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Fintech / Regtech
Indonesia Expands QRIS Network to Japan, Begins China Trial
By Editors | 19/08/2025
The move marks the QRIS payment system's first expansion beyond the ASEAN region, with trials also underway to link with China.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Indonesia Issues Cybersecurity Rules for Crypto Platforms
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/08/2025
New rules mandate zero-trust architecture and cold wallet storage to bolster security and protect investors in the growing sector.
Fintech / Regtech
BIS Launches New Project to Help Supervisors Assess AI Models
By Manesh Samtani | 19/08/2025
The BIS, HKMA, and FCA are developing a prototype to help supervisors assess the transparency and fairness of AI used by banks.
Fintech / Regtech
RBI Greenlights Blockchain-based Sandbox Solution for MSME Financing
By Nithya Subramanian | 18/08/2025
The platform, developed by IBDIC and its partners, promises to expand affordable credit access for lower-tier MSMEs.
AML / KYC
Nepal Mandates Immediate Sanctions Freezing for Payment Firms
By Mark Johnston | 18/08/2025
New guidelines require immediate freezing of assets and daily screening, with financial penalties up to NPR 2 million for non-compliance.
Fintech / Regtech
Taiwan FSC Hails Success of Digital Push, Citing Adoption of E-Dividend Notices
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/08/2025
71% of companies listed on the TWSE's main board and 63% of those on the TPEx are now using the eNotice Platform launched in 2023.
Securities / Derivatives
HKEX Details Reporting Rules for Stock Connect Programme Trading
By Manesh Samtani | 18/08/2025
The specifications outline file formats, submission procedures and validation processes for firms reporting programme and HFT to mainland exchanges.
Securities / Derivatives
KRX Issues Proposed Rules for New Security Token Market
By Mark Johnston | 18/08/2025
Strict new rules on issuer capital, lock-ups, and trading raise questions about whether any products will actually be listed.
Market Infrastructure
ACCC Backs Coordinated Migration to New Payments Encryption Standard
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/08/2025
The ACCC has proposed granting an eight-year authorisation for the payments industry to jointly manage the shift to a more secure standard.
Fintech / Regtech
BSP Orders Removal of Gambling Links from Banking Apps
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/08/2025
The BSP has given financial institutions 48 hours to remove access to gambling sites from their mobile apps.
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