Fintech / Regtech

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan: Expert Panel Calls for CBDC Preparations to Start

By Editors | 14/12/2023

A panel of experts said work should begin “without delay” on laying the legal groundwork for the issuance of a digital yen.

Fintech / Regtech

China, Hong Kong Streamline Personal Data Sharing Across GBA

By Manesh Samtani | 14/12/2023

A standard contract will be piloted this month to allow personal data to be transferred within the GBA in a safe and orderly manner.

AML / KYC

CBA, Vodafone Announce Scam Intelligence Sharing Partnership

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/12/2023

CBA and Vodafone are sharing intelligence on SMS scams to help disrupt, detect and block fraudulent payments.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Enhances E-mandate Limit for Recurring Transactions

By Ajoy K Das | 13/12/2023

The limit for processing e-mandates for recurring payments was increased for credit card bills, insurance premiums and mutual fund subscriptions.

Fintech / Regtech

BSP Extends Moratorium on New E-Money Licences

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/12/2023

The BSP has extended its moratorium on applications for new non-bank e-money issuers until 15 December 2024.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC Announces Regulatory Priorities for 2024

By Editors | 13/12/2023

AUSTRAC will scrutinise the banking, gambling and remittance sectors, as well as crypto firms, payment platforms and non-bank lenders.

ESG / Sustainability

Climate Action Data Trust Launches Public Dashboard

By Editors | 13/12/2023

The dashboard incorporates datasets from Verra, Global Carbon Council, EcoRegistry, BioCarbon Registry, the UNFCCC’s Clean Development Mechanism, and Bhutan’s national registry.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Taiwan FSC to Form New Financial Technology Bureau

By Editors | 13/12/2023

The new bureau, operating alongside the FSC’s four other bureaus, will be charged with regulating and supervising the crypto sector.

Fintech / Regtech

Thailand SEC Unveils 2024-2026 Strategic Plan

By Editors | 12/12/2023

The plan seeks to boost trust in the capital market, promote the sustainable finance and digital asset ecosystems, and enhance supervisory and enforcement processes.