Crypto / Digital Assets

Vanuatu Establishes Regulatory Regime for Virtual Assets

22/11/2025

The VFSC has launched a new licensing regime for VASPs, mandating compliance with global AML/CFT standards.

AML / KYC

Philippine to Map Corporate Links to Curb Systemic Risk

21/11/2025

The country's financial stability council will create a map of corporate connections to identify contagion risks and stress points.

HKMA Revises Insurance Business Rules for Banks

21/11/2025

The updated policy manual reiterates expectations on corporate governance and clarifies the authority and seniority required for responsible officers supervising insurance activities.

Fintech / Regtech

Industry Officials Push for Phase-Out of OTPs, New Fintech Listing Rules

21/11/2025

The move away from OTPs is expected to reduce the cost of payments. Industry is moving toward biometric-based passkeys and tokenised verification.

Macau to Restructure Monetary Authority, Review Casino Investments

21/11/2025

T2026 Policy Address outlines administrative reforms, new industrial funds, and a compliance review of gaming concessionaires' investment commitments.

ESG / Sustainability

NGFS Issues Updated Climate Scenario Analysis Guide for Supervisors

21/11/2025

The updated guide reflects maturing practices and introduces short-term scenarios for assessing near-term policy and weather-related shocks.

Crypto / Digital Assets

BCBS Finalises Third-Party Risk Rules, Expedites Crypto Standard Review

21/11/2025

The BCBS has approved final principles for third-party risk management and will fast-track a review of the cryptoasset standard.

Crypto / Digital Assets

AMINA Bank Secures Hong Kong Licence for Institutional Crypto Services

20/11/2025

AMINA Bank is the first international banking group to secure authorisation in Hong Kong to offer regulated crypto trading and custody to professional investors.

APRA Publishes New Report on Financial System Risks

20/11/2025

APRA’s new report highlights rising household debt and investor lending, signalling potential use of further macroprudential tools.