Fintech / Regtech

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan’s SMBC Establishes Agreement to Commercialise Stablecoin

By Thisanka Siripala | 08/04/2025

SMBC signed an MoU with TIS, Ava Labs and Fireblocks to develop a framework for stablecoin issuance and circulation.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Ransomware Attack Exposes Data of Bank Customers

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/04/2025

A ransomware attack on a printing service provider has exposed the personal information of over 11,000 DBS and Bank of China customers.

Fintech / Regtech

SEBI Extends Implementation Deadline for New Algo Trading Rules

By Mark Johnston | 08/04/2025

The stock exchanges asked for additional time to finalise implementation standards that are still in discussion with the Brokers’ Industry Standards Forum (ISF).

Securities / Derivatives

Japan Exchange Group Unveils Plan to Boost Global Presence

By Thisanka Siripala | 07/04/2025

JPX is boosting investor access and shareholder protection while championing sustainability through carbon markets and ESG investment.

Fintech / Regtech

FSC Taiwan to Discover ‘Hidden Gems’ in Fintech Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/04/2025

The FSC will visit businesses to explore potential innovation ideas and provide guidance on navigating regulatory challenges.

AML / KYC

SEC Thailand Expands Investor Product Verification Platform

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/04/2025

Users can independently verify whether individuals, entities, or investment products are licensed or approved by the SEC.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Permits VATPs to Offer Crypto Staking Services to Clients

By Manesh Samtani | 07/04/2025

VATPs can provide staking as a service to clients, including retail clients. SFC-authorised virtual asset funds can also stake virtual asset holdings.

Fintech / Regtech

Asian Central Banks to Jointly Establish Multilateral Payments Scheme

By Manesh Samtani | 07/04/2025

RBI, BNM, BSP, MAS and BOT aim to make the Nexus platform a scalable multilateral model for connecting instant payment systems globally.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea Launches Robo-Advisory Services for Pension Investment

By Thisanka Siripala | 06/04/2025

The FSC said Fount Investment Advisory and Hana Bank are launching the service first but that other approved firms will follow.