Fintech / Regtech

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Clears Start-up to Pilot Fractional Shares in Innovation Sandbox

    By Nithya Subramanian | 04/08/2025

    Bengaluru-based start-up Xaults has received approval to test fractional share trading in its innovation sandbox, three years after a similar proposal was rejected.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Bank Indonesia to Commence Trial of New 'Payment ID' System

    By Nithya Subramanian | 04/08/2025

    A limited trial will begin on 17 August to streamline financial data integration while adhering to strict personal data protection laws.

    AML / KYC

    Korea to Legislate FI Responsibility in Financial Crime Crackdown

    By Editors | 04/08/2025

    FSC to introduce an AI detection platform and new powers for crypto exchanges as it holds firms liable for fraud prevention and relief.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Taiwan FSC Issues Draft Guidelines on Inclusive Digital Finance

    By Nithya Subramanian | 03/08/2025

    The guidelines focus on human-centred design, fairness and accessibility, and continuous improvement to ensure digital financial services meet the needs of all users.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Korea to Introduce Punitive Fines for Financial Cybersecurity Breaches

    By Manesh Samtani | 03/08/2025

    Regulators plan sector-wide inspections, blind penetration tests, and new rules to strengthen CISO authority following a major ransomware attack.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Malaysia Flags Pension System Overhaul, Digital Finance Push in New Plan

    By Editors | 02/08/2025

    The 13th Malaysia Plan earmarks MYR 430 billion in public development funds, proposes a monthly pension option, and outlines a new venture capital roadmap.

    Fintech / Regtech

    MAS Confirms End-2026 Phase-Out for Corporate Cheques

    By Nithya Subramanian | 01/08/2025

    MAS has finalised its roadmap to stop processing corporate cheques from 2027, introducing new e-payment solutions and a new system for remaining users.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Indonesia’s OJK Takes Over Full Oversight of Digital Assets from Bappebti

    By Nithya Subramanian | 01/08/2025

    The regulator will focus on strengthening regulatory certainty, enhancing consumer protection, and ensuring financial system stability.

    AML / KYC

    Sri Lanka to Launch National Digital ID by April 2026

    By Editors | 01/08/2025

    The India-funded project will use the open-source MOSIP platform, with officials stressing adherence to international standards and robust data security protocols.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Extends Deadline for Compliance with New Algo Trading Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 01/08/2025

    Brokers and market participants have been given a two-month extension to comply with the new framework.

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