Fintech / Regtech

Crypto / Digital Assets

New BIS Project Seeks Overhaul of Global Payment System

By Manesh Samtani | 04/04/2024

Seven central banks will develop common infrastructure that can accommodate tokenised versions of wholesale central bank money and commercial bank deposits.

Crypto / Digital Assets

HKMA to Explore Common Industry Standards for Digital Money

By Manesh Samtani | 02/04/2024

Phase 2 of HKMA’s e-HKD testing initiative will explore the development of standards on interoperability and smart contract design.

Fintech / Regtech

The Compliance Complexity Driving RegTech Demand in APAC

By Ed Probst | 02/04/2024

The growing complexity of regulatory requirements including in the reporting space is prompting FIs to rethink their approach to compliance, says Ed Probst.

Fintech / Regtech

Five BNPL Providers to Become Accredited in Singapore

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/04/2024

The five providers are being awarded a Trustmark that will signify their accreditation and compliance with the BNPL Code of Conduct.

Fintech / Regtech

DBS Making Good Progress on Technology Resiliency: CEO

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/04/2024

“Complete clarity” on whether transactions are successful will be made available by end-April, along with options for alternative channels when the system is down.

Fintech / Regtech

FSS Korea Launches New Registration System for Investment Firms

By Mark Johnston | 02/04/2024

The new system will streamline the registration process for prospective financial investment businesses and eliminate the need for physical documents.

Crypto / Digital Assets

HKMA to Soon Issue Guidelines for Banks on DLT Adoption

By Manesh Samtani | 02/04/2024

HKMA’s Raymond Chan said the new guidelines will not be binding nor exhaustive, but they will provide a “helpful benchmark” for banks looking to plan and develop DLT solutions.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea Launches “Financial Sector AI Council” to Drive GenAI Adoption

By Mark Johnston | 01/04/2024

The ‘Financial Sector AI Council’ will serve as a platform to promote the safe use of GenAI in the finance industry, while addressing regulatory challenges.

AML / KYC

‘COSMIC’ Information Sharing Platform Launches in Singapore

By Editors | 01/04/2024

COSMIC allow banks to share information on suspicious customers or transactions to help detect and prevent financial crime.