Fintech / Regtech

Fintech / Regtech

India’s UPI Set for Debut in Japan to Facilitate Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/01/2026

UPI will be trialled in Japan in 2026, allowing Indian tourists to make seamless digital payments at local merchants via familiar apps, marking the network’s first foray into East Asia.

Fintech / Regtech

Bank Indonesia Reports Strong BI-FAST Transaction Growth

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/01/2026

BI-FAST processed 1.36 billion transactions worth around USD 218 billion in Q4 2025, amid a tightening of system security and the introduction of new payment features.

Crypto / Digital Assets

ASIC Flags AI, Cyber, and Superannuation Failures as Key 2026 Risks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/01/2026

ASIC highlights growing threats from technology, poor superannuation fund operations, and increased market risk in its key issues outlook.

Enforcement

Korea: KDIC to Deploy AI to Recover Overseas and Digital Assets

By Mark Johnston | 28/01/2026

South Korea’s deposit insurer outlines 2026 plans to utilise artificial intelligence and third-party litigation funding to recover hidden overseas and digital assets.

Fintech / Regtech

AI and Tokenisation Could Heighten Financial Stability Risks: BIS

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/01/2026

AI trading, tokenised assets, and shared platforms heighten financial market complexity, requiring stronger regulation and cross-border coordination to prevent systemic risks.

Fintech / Regtech

SFC Sets Feb 2026 Deadline for Migration to New STR Platform

By Manesh Samtani | 27/01/2026

The regulator has mandated a transition to the new STREAMS 2 platform, detailing submission methods and a blackout period.

Fintech / Regtech

Ten Korean Institutions Partner to Digitise Corporate Document Submissions

By Mark Johnston | 27/01/2026

The 'Corporate Public MyData' service aims to eliminate red tape for businesses by streamlining administrative and financial document submissions.

Enforcement

Taiwan FSC Fines Shin Kong Life for Control and Data Breaches

By Editors | 27/01/2026

The insurer was penalised for significant internal control failures in its real estate operations and for violating data protection laws.

Fintech / Regtech

Vietnam Tests Cross-Border Stablecoin Payments in New Regulatory Sandbox

By Editors | 27/01/2026

Payment firm 9Pay is piloting stablecoin and QR-based solutions for foreign users under the new Vietnam International Financial Centers framework.