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RBNZ Report Assesses Impact of AI on Financial Stability

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/05/2025

RBNZ’s Kerry Watt said AI’s impact could be positive, especially in enhancing resilience, but it could also introduce or amplify vulnerabilities

AML / KYC

UAE Publishes New National Risk Assessment Report

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/05/2025

The report calls for stronger controls, improved due diligence, and enhanced coordination across regulated sectors.

ESG / Sustainability

Japan FSA Publishes Research on Climate-related Scenario Analysis

By Manesh Samtani | 01/05/2025

The research is intended to guide Japanese banks and insurers in strengthening their resilience to climate-related risks and developing robust transition plans.

Fintech / Regtech

Central Banks Cautious but Committed in AI Adoption: BIS-IFC Report

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/04/2025

AI adoption remains limited to pilot projects in central banks as they focus on building governance frameworks and improving data practices.

ESG / Sustainability

Confidence in Green Finance Dropping in Financial Centres

By Manesh Samtani | 29/04/2025

Singapore is the only APAC centre ranked in the top 10 in the 15th edition of the Global Green Finance Index by Z/Yen.

ESG / Sustainability

SSFA Urges Financial Firms to Target Nature-Related Risks

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/04/2025

The Singapore Sustainable Finance Association published an eight-step framework to help FIs incorporate nature into their financing strategies.

Crypto / Digital Assets

WFE Highlights Critical Role of CBDCs in Advancing Tokenisation

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/04/2025

New policy paper says CBDCs have the potential to drive tokenisation if appropriate investment and legal updates are made.

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Hong Kong Banks Could Face Surge in Bad Loans: Fitch Ratings

By Mark Johnston | 28/04/2025

Hong Kong’s banking sector faces a potential rise in non-performing loans due to a “lingering property sector malaise” and US tariffs.

Fintech / Regtech

Central Banks Face Challenges in Managing AI Capability Gaps

By Editors | 27/04/2025

New BIS bulletin highlights the limited supply of talent with the right mix of AI skills and central banking expertise.