Fintech / Regtech

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Former CFTC Chair Calls for Dedicated US Crypto Regulator

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/01/2022

    Such a bureau would have its own authorisation and financing, and adopt the mandates of both the CFTC and SEC, said J. Christopher Giancarlo.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Korean Presidential Hopeful to Use NFTs for Campaign Fundraising

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/01/2022

    The Democratic Party of Korea’s Lee Jae-myung is set to become the world’s first presidential candidate to raise campaign funds using NFTs.

    Fintech / Regtech

    PBOC Outlines 2022-2025 Fintech Development Plan

    By Editors | 07/01/2022

    The plan includes measures to strengthen fintech governance, enhance data capabilities, and establish a new ‘green’ data centre.

    Fintech / Regtech

    BNM Proposes New Licensing Framework For Digital Insurers

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/01/2022

    Digital insurers and takaful operators should have a minimum paid-up capital of MYR 40 million during the foundational phase.

    Fintech / Regtech

    China Releases CBDC Wallet on Mobile App Stores

    By Editors | 05/01/2022

    The app is available in 12 cities and regions as well as the host cities for the Winter Olympics. Until now the app has only been available for download via private links.

    Fintech / Regtech

    South Korean Financial Institutions Launch ‘MyData’ Services

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/01/2022

    On Wednesday, 33 firms started offering MyData services, enabling consumers to centralise management of their data from different institutions.

    Fintech / Regtech

    IndusInd Bank, NPCI Partner on UPI-based Cross Border Payments

    By Editors | 03/01/2022

    Initially, real-time remittances from Thailand to India will be enabled via DeeMoney, a Thailand-based money transfer operator and partner of IndusInd Bank.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Tokyo Bourse Tests Earnings Report Disclosure in HTML Format

    By Editors | 03/01/2022

    HTML will make text conversion, mechanical processing, and Japanese-to-English translation of the disclosed information easier compared to PDF, the TSE said.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Malaysia, Thailand Launch Phase 2 of QR Payments Linkage

    By Editors | 02/01/2022

    Cross-border instant QR payments are now available for travellers between Malaysia and Thailand, including for online e-commerce transactions.

    AML / KYC

    Taiwan FSC Issues New Data Sharing Guidelines for FIs

    By Editors | 02/01/2022

    Data may be shared between FIs, subject to consent, if it can enhance customer convenience, improve operations, or facilitate cooperative business arrangements or partnerships.

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