Fintech / Regtech

    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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