FINTECH / REGTECH

    AML / KYC

    US House Bill Offers Regulatory Framework for Crypto

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/08/2021

    The bill would give the SEC authority over digital asset securities, the CFTC authority over digital assets, and the Fed authority to issue a digital dollar.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ISDA, ICMA, ISLA Sign MoU on Common Domain Model

    By Editors | 02/08/2021

    The MoU establishes a framework for closer collaboration on the development of the Common Domain Model across financial markets.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    UPDATED – MAS Grants “In-Principle Approval” to First DPT Provider

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/08/2021

    MAS has clarified that notices have been issued to several applicants and that “in-principle approval” is not an official term.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Thailand, Luxembourg Sign MoU on Fintech Innovation

    By Editors | 02/08/2021

    The MoU provides a framework for cooperation between the SEC and CSSF with respect to promoting innovation in financial services.

    AML / KYC

    Fighting Financial Crime with Advanced Technologies

    By Ashish Rai | 02/08/2021

    AI and machine learning make it easier for firms to spot suspicious behavior and reduce false positives, but adoption is not without challenges, says Ashish Rai.

    Fintech / Regtech

    SEC Philippines Launches New Fintech Innovation Office

    By Editors | 01/08/2021

    The PhiliFintech Innovation Office will serve as the first point of contact for existing fintech companies and help the SEC regulate fintech activities.

    AML / KYC

    Regulatory Pressure on Binance Builds With Malaysia Ban

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/08/2021

    Malaysia’s SC has announced enforcement actions. Binance is winding down its derivatives business in Europe. India is probing its involvement in a betting probe.

    Fintech / Regtech

    BOT Issues Guidance on Blockchain Adoption in Financial Services

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/08/2021

    The guideline covers blockchain application in financial businesses, project governance, security standards, and risk management, among other areas.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Ripple Opens Japan-Philippines Remittance Corridor

    By Manesh Samtani | 31/07/2021

    Japan’s SBI Remit will connect with Coins.ph and crypto exchange SBI VC Trade to open the remittance corridor, leveraging Ripple’s on-demand liquidity service.

    Fintech / Regtech

    BSP Grants Fourth Digital Bank Licence to UnionBank

    By Editors | 31/07/2021

    UnionBank is the latest to receive the licence after Landbank’s Overseas Filipino Bank, Tonik Bank, and UNOBank.

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