Big Picture

Crypto / Digital Assets

WFE Publishes Research on Exchange Engagement with Crypto Market

By Manesh Samtani | 06/09/2023

WFE survey found that almost half of the respondent exchanges already offer some crypto-related product or service in response to mostly retail demand.

AML / KYC

APG Spotlights Money Laundering Associated With Tax Crimes

By Manesh Samtani | 06/09/2023

A key and “almost universal” element of money laundering associated with tax crimes is the concealment of beneficial ownership, APG says in a new report.

ESG / Sustainability

PRI Spies Three Steps to Better Climate Data

By ESG Investor | 05/09/2023

Report calls for better levels of corporate disclosure through regulatory mandate, improved coverage and quality of data products, and greater data comparability.

Fintech / Regtech

Fragility of Deep Learning Models May Present Systemic Risk: BOE

By Manesh Samtani | 04/09/2023

New paper says the “underlying fragility” of deep learning frameworks used by FIs increases risks for individual firms and the financial system.

Big Picture

Navigating Legal and Regulatory Challenges in Carbon Markets

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 30/08/2023

Panellists at the Singapore Convention Week provided insights on addressing carbon market disputes that may arise as carbon markets play an increasingly key role in reducing global greenhouse gas emissions.

Big Picture

Weighing the Benefits and Risks of Generative AI in Financial Services

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 29/08/2023

Regulation Asia talks to experts to weigh the benefits and risks of deploying generative AI in the financial sector.

Capital / Liquidity

Bank AT1 Capital: Going Where?

By Jamie Lloyd Evans | 27/08/2023

Regulation Asia contributor, Jamie Lloyd Evans, explores the possibility of a policy change on AT1 capital in light of recent banking system distress.

Capital / Liquidity

CPMI-IOSCO Takes Stock of CCP Practices for Addressing Non-default Losses

By Editors | 24/08/2023

CPMI and IOSCO intend to publicly consult on further guidance for CCPs on addressing NDLs arising from scenarios like system outages and cyber attacks.

Crypto / Digital Assets

BIS Paper Warns of Heightened Risks from Crypto in EMEs

By Manesh Samtani | 23/08/2023

Certain “risk catalysts” in emerging markets can strengthen the transmission channels through which risks from crypto markets can affect financial stability.