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Japan FSA to Develop Regulatory Guidance on AI Adoption

By Thisanka Siripala | 05/03/2025

In a new discussion paper, the FSA warns that delayed AI adoption could weaken the financial industry. It cites the “risk of inaction” as a key concern.

Market Infrastructure

CPMI Issues New Report on Interlinking Fast Payment Systems

By Thisanka Siripala | 24/02/2025

The report says linking FPS is a priority for the G20, and that several FPS operators have expressed interest in establishing interlinking arrangements.

Capital / Liquidity

BIS Report Says AI Eases Credit Volatility in Banking

By Thisanka Siripala | 23/02/2025

During the pandemic, Italian banks that used AI-based credit scoring systems demonstrated more selective responses to economic indicators and maintained a more steady approach to lending.

ESG / Sustainability

Bank of Korea Calls for Green Finance Policy Reforms

By Thisanka Siripala | 20/02/2025

BOK report says a Korean version of transition finance should be introduced to complement green finance.

Big Picture

DBS, KPMG Find Climate Disclosure Gaps at HKEX Listed Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/02/2025

More than half of the Hong Kong listed companies analysed are “still silent” on Scope 3 emissions, DBS and KPMG said.

Big Picture

IOSCO Identifies Gaps in Market Surveillance Amid Technology Challenges

By Mark Johnston | 20/02/2025

IOSCO’s recent review shows progress by market authorities in tackling technological challenges, but some gaps remain.

AML / KYC

Singapore: Unlocking the Potential of AI in the Fight Against Financial Crime

By Bradley Maclean | 19/02/2025

Brad Maclean discusses Singapore’s AI adoption journey, including the opportunities it has seized, the challenges it faces, and what lies ahead.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Regulators Should Recognise Unique Characteristics of Stablecoins

By Thisanka Siripala | 18/02/2025

King’s College London paper says regulatory frameworks should recognise stablecoins as bearer instruments that operate outside traditional payment systems

AML / KYC

Transparency International: Global Corruption to Impact Climate Action

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/02/2025

Latest Corruption Perceptions Index results highlight that weak anti-corruption efforts threaten democracy, enable money laundering, and put climate funds at risk