Fintech / Regtech

Securities / Derivatives

New Zealand FMA Seeks Feedback on Tokenisation Framework

By Manesh Samtani | 05/09/2025

The FMA has launched a consultation on whether New Zealand needs bespoke rules for tokenised financial products.

Fintech / Regtech

South Korea to Impose Stricter Fines For IT Security Breaches

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2025

The FSC will now levy separate penalties for each individual compliance failure, ending its practice of bundling related violations into a single fine.

Fintech / Regtech

India's NPCI to Raise UPI Transaction Cap for Key Sectors

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/09/2025

NPCI has raised the transaction limits to meet the demand for high-value payments, such as capital markets, insurance and credit card payments.

Fintech / Regtech

BIS Develops Prototype to Analyse ISO 20022 Payments Data

By Manesh Samtani | 05/09/2025

The Project Keystone platform, a joint effort with the Bank of England, offers modules for liquidity, economic, and fraud analysis using ISO 20022 payments data.

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Jane Street Challenges SEBI Over Withheld Evidence in Manipulation Case

By Manesh Samtani | 05/09/2025

Jane Street alleges SEBI is suppressing reports that cleared it of wrongdoing before imposing a trading ban and a multi-billion rupee escrow.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea Launches High-Intensity Cyber Drill Across Financial Sector

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2025

The FSS and FSI will conduct unannounced attacks over two months, expanding the scope to all financial firms and adding on-site infrastructure inspections.

Fintech / Regtech

Cambodia to Launch FinTech Sandbox, Eyes P2P Lending Regulation

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/09/2025

The country's non-bank regulator is rolling out a new strategic plan to foster innovation in InsurTech and digital finance while strengthening consumer protection.

Fintech / Regtech

Australia Passes Law to Regulate Digital Wallets, BNPL Services

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2025

The new legislation expands the RBA's oversight to new payment systems, including those operated by global tech companies.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea FSS Urges Stronger Controls After Lotte Card Data Breach

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/09/2025

The FSS has called for tighter internal safeguards and expedited consumer protection following a data leak at Lotte Card that went undetected for 17 days.