FINTECH / REGTECH

Fintech / Regtech

Proposed Bill Seeks to Force New Zealand Businesses to Accept Cash

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/07/2025

A new members' bill proposes to force most businesses to accept cash for transactions up to NZD 500, prompting debate from industry groups.

Market Infrastructure

FSS Korea Developing Cyber Defence Blueprint for Financial Sector

By Mark Johnston | 22/07/2025

FSS is preparing a comprehensive response plan to bolster industry cybersecurity efforts after Seoul Guarantee Insurance suffered a major ransomware attack that paralysed key systems.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Privacy Watchdog Probes Louis Vuitton Data Breach

By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

The investigation follows the luxury brand's disclosure of a multi-country cyberattack that compromised the personal data of customers across Asia.

Fintech / Regtech

US Signs GENIUS Act Into Law, Setting Rules for Stablecoin Issuers

By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

The GENIUS Act creates a potential pathway for issuers from other jurisdictions to access the US market if their local regulations are deemed equivalent.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Responds to Cyberattack on Critical Infrastructure

By Editors | 21/07/2025

A state-sponsored espionage group, UNC3886, is suspected to be behind an ongoing attack on high-value strategic targets.

Enforcement

China Issues Judicial Directive to Bolster Defences Against Foreign Sanctions

By Mark Johnston | 21/07/2025

Top judicial bodies are directed to enhance their understanding of international law as part of a broader strategy to guard against foreign sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction.

Securities / Derivatives

Koscom to Test Stablecoin Settlement for Security Tokens

By Editors | 19/07/2025

The KRX subsidiary will run a proof-of-concept to prepare capital market infrastructure for digital currency-based atomic settlement.

Fintech / Regtech

Australia Sees Launch of First Bitcoin-Backed Mortgage Product

By Editors | 18/07/2025

Fintech firm Block Earner has launched the product after a federal court found its crypto loans did not require a financial services licence, a decision now being appealed by ASIC.

Fintech / Regtech

Fiji Launches Fintech Hub with EU, Australia, NZ Support

By Editors | 18/07/2025

The Reserve Bank of Fiji is leading the initiative, which aims to accelerate fintech development and directly support the nation's financial inclusion strategy.