Fintech / Regtech

    AML / KYC

    Scams Cost Indonesia USD 3.3 Billion Annually, Report Finds

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/11/2025

    New GASA report highlights the scale of fraud, with bank transfers being the top payment method and growing calls for FIs to reimburse victims.

    Fintech / Regtech

    China Launches 2nd Cyber Insurance Pilot Targeting Key Sectors

    By Mark Johnston | 10/11/2025

    Regulators aim to improve standards and integrate financial and cyber services, with banks, asset managers, and insurers named as key targets.

    Fintech / Regtech

    G20 Nations Advance on Climate, Fintech Data Gaps

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/11/2025

    A new report shows progress on energy and digital money data, but also highlights resource constraints and differing national priorities across economies.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Bahrain and India Launch Connected Instant Payment Systems

    By Nithya Subramanian | 10/11/2025

    The instant payment link enables real-time cross-border transfers and strengthens bilateral financial and fintech ties between the two countries.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong Digital Banks Win High Public Trust: HKAB Survey

    By Mark Johnston | 10/11/2025

    New HKAB survey finds user confidence in digital banks is strongly linked to awareness of HKMA oversight and deposit protection.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Franklin Templeton Launches Tokenised Fund Under Hong Kong's New 'Fintech 2030' Plan

    By Mark Johnston | 10/11/2025

    The launch is the first initiative under the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s new five-year strategy to embed AI and blockchain in finance.

    Fintech / Regtech

    SEBI Urges Tech Platforms to Curb Online Investment Scams

    By Nithya Subramanian | 07/11/2025

    The regulator seeks stronger verification and labelling systems from social media and app platforms to protect investors.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HK Wealth Industry Calls for Reforms to Boost Competitiveness

    By Manesh Samtani | 07/11/2025

    New report urges Hong Kong to reform complex product rules, virtual asset custody, and cross-border schemes to maintain its edge.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong Flags 'Explosive Growth' in AI-driven Cyber Attacks

    By Manesh Samtani | 07/11/2025

    Officials report a sharp rise in security incidents, prompting the government to roll out new AI ethics and usage guidelines.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Indonesia to Apply Coretax Cybersecurity Lessons to Banking Sector

    By Mark Johnston | 06/11/2025

    The move follows significant disruptions and a reported data breach where taxpayer information was allegedly sold online.

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