Fintech / Regtech

Crypto / Digital Assets

KSD to Launch Security Token ‘Testbed’ Platform in June

By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2025

Once legislative amendments are implemented, the testbed platform will be converted into an operating environment.

Crypto / Digital Assets

India Consults on Tokenisation Framework for GIFT City

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/03/2025

The IFSCA has released a consultation paper on the tokenisation of real-world assets, aiming to establish GIFT City as a global hub for digital asset innovation.

Fintech / Regtech

AUSTRAC to Expand AI Use in Intelligence, Regulatory Operations

By Thisanka Siripala | 07/03/2025

AUSTRAC is currently developing and piloting uses of AI which will in the future expand usage patterns and domains.

Crypto / Digital Assets

MAS Grants MPI Licences to Units of Hex Trust, Matrixport

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/03/2025

Both Hex Trust and Matrixport received approval for their Singapore operations after receiving in-principle approvals last year.

Fintech / Regtech

Australia’s Banking Revolution: Leveraging AI in a Sheltered but Evolving Market

By Bradley Maclean | 06/03/2025

Australia’s near-term trajectory in AI adoption hinges on strategic actions that address existing gaps while positioning the sector for sustainable growth.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Vietnam to Pilot State-run Platform for Trading Digital Assets

By Thisanka Siripala | 06/03/2025

Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance rejected an earlier proposal that would have allowed private firms to participate via a sandbox mechanism.

Fintech / Regtech

Using AI in Regulatory Reporting and Change Management: Webinar Recap

By Manesh Samtani | 06/03/2025

Panellists from Nasdaq, Standard Chartered Bank and Regional Australia Bank discussed APAC’s transition to granular data reporting.

Big Picture

Japan FSA to Develop Regulatory Guidance on AI Adoption

By Thisanka Siripala | 05/03/2025

In a new discussion paper, the FSA warns that delayed AI adoption could weaken the financial industry. It cites the “risk of inaction” as a key concern.

Enforcement

India Probes Paytm Over Foreign Exchange Rule Violations

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/03/2025

The Enforcement Directorate said Paytm didn’t file the necessary reports with the RBI for foreign investment in Singapore, among other violations.