Fintech / Regtech

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan's Taishin Securities Faces Probe After Post-Merger System Outages

By Mark Johnston | 20/04/2026

The brokerage, now Taiwan's fourth-largest, suffered two system failures following its merger with MasterLink, leading to thousands of incorrect trades and a regulatory investigation.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea Divided on Breach Reporting Law for E-commerce Firms

By Mark Johnston | 20/04/2026

A legislative proposal to mandate that e-commerce firms report security breaches to financial authorities faces resistance from the regulator and industry.

Fintech / Regtech

Fintech FNZ Facing USD 4.6 Billion Class Action in New Zealand

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

Hundreds of employee shareholders are suing the global fintech giant in a New Zealand court, alleging fundraising deals unfairly diluted their holdings.

Fintech / Regtech

China Drafts Sweeping Ethical Security Guidelines for AI

By Mark Johnston | 20/04/2026

New draft rules outline specific responsibilities for AI developers, providers and users, with a focus on human oversight, fairness, and risk control in key sectors like finance.

AML / KYC

FATF Ministers Agree New Priorities on Fraud, Virtual Assets

By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2026

FATF outlined its strategic priorities, emphasising a risk-based approach and the rapid implementation of virtual asset standards.

Crypto / Digital Assets

LayerZero and Korea Gold Exchange to Launch Multi-Chain Gold Token

By Mark Johnston | 20/04/2026

The partnership will see the launch of KGLD, a real-world asset backed by physical gold, aiming to tap into Asia’s growing demand for tokenised assets.

AML / KYC

Australian Super Funds Detail Four-Pillar Cyber Defence Plan

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

The AFSA has detailed its response to 2025 cyber attacks, including a threat intelligence platform, a response playbook, and sector-wide exercises.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Hub Ambitions Take Centre Stage at HSBC Summit

By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2026

Hong Kong leaders and global finance chiefs touted the city's resilience and growth ambitions amid discussions on geopolitical risk and the future of digital assets.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Tether Launches Self-Custodial Wallet for End Users

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/04/2026

The stablecoin issuer is targeting financial inclusion with a new app that simplifies crypto transactions and gives users direct control over their assets.