Fintech / Regtech

Capital / Liquidity

FSB Targeting Non-Bank Risks, Crypto and Payments in 2026 Agenda

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/02/2026

The work plan includes assessments on AI adoption, stablecoin risks and crisis preparedness, as regulators seek to adapt oversight to evolving financial markets.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea Fintech Industry Opposes Proposed Crypto Exchange Ownership Cap

By Mark Johnston | 05/02/2026

Industry body warns the 15-20% limit will stifle innovation and suggests market-friendly governance alternatives instead.

Enforcement

Australian Broker Petra Capital Fined for Data Errors Hindering Surveillance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/02/2026

The penalty follows a system change that made single clients appear as multiple entities in regulatory reports.

Trending

HK Official Details Bond Market Reforms, Eyes E-Trading and CGB Futures

By Manesh Samtani | 05/02/2026

Regulators are studying an electronic trading platform, preparing to launch offshore CGB futures, and exploring wider use of tokenised bonds.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Coinbase Accuses Australian Banks of 'Systemic Debanking'

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026

Coinbase has urged lawmakers to legislate transparency measures, arguing current bank practices threaten competition and innovation in the country.

Fintech / Regtech

MAS Highlights Challenges in Halting Authorised Push Payment Fraud

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/02/2026

MAS Chairman explains the complexity of distinguishing legitimate from fraudulent self-authorised transactions.

Fintech / Regtech

New Zealand FMA Identifies Operational Risks at P2P Lending Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026

A thematic review identified weaknesses in outsourcing due diligence, technology frameworks, and business continuity testing.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Unveils Blueprint to Tackle AI, Quantum Risks in Banking

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026

The plan includes a new cybersecurity baseline and a quantum readiness index to address risks in advanced technology adoption.

Securities / Derivatives

Thailand Mandates Machine-Readable Portfolio Reporting for Securities Firms

By Mark Johnston | 04/02/2026

The regulator requires operators to provide real-time, digital access to investment data by July 2026 to support long-term planning.