Fintech / Regtech

MAS to Build Out CBDC Infrastructure, Technical Competencies

By Manesh Samtani | 10/11/2021

Speaking at Singapore Fintech Festival, MAS managing director Ravi Menon outlined three reasons MAS could issue to a CBDC, while also highlighting the associated risks.

AML / KYC

What Future AML Compliance Requires: A Technology Perspective

By Amber Qin | 10/11/2021

Intelligent AML solutions need to achieve a fine balance between compliance, transparency, effectiveness, and efficiency, say Amber Qin and Sophia Wu from Ant Group.

Fintech / Regtech

MAS to Launch Decentralised Credentials Platform for Fintechs

By Mark Johnston | 09/11/2021

MAS is launching a decentralised platform that will help banks assess the credentials, compliance readiness and credibility of fintech firms.

Fintech / Regtech

Project Greenprint: MAS Unveils Plans to Boost Green Finance

By Darien Choong | 09/11/2021

To support the green finance ecosystem, MAS and the industry will together develop four interoperable platforms under Project Greenprint.

Fintech / Regtech

MAS Unveils Planned Enhancements to Fintech Regulatory Sandbox

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/11/2021

From 1 January 2022, ‘Sandbox Plus’ will be introduced to provide more effective one-stop assistance to innovative fintech firms.

Fintech / Regtech

HK, Mainland Expand Connectivity of Trade Finance Platforms

By Editors | 09/11/2021

Phase 1 connectivity supported exports to Hong Kong and imports from the Mainland, while phase 2 will cover exports to the Mainland and imports from Hong Kong.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore to Deepen AI Capabilities in Financial Sector

By Mark Johnston | 09/11/2021

Singapore has pledged an additional S$180mn in additional AI research funding to enhance the financial sector’s AI capabilities.

Fintech / Regtech

MAS: SGFinDex Extended to Include Investment Holdings Data

By Editors | 08/11/2021

Individuals can now view information on their investment holdings at SGX’s central depository as part of their consolidated financial position.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Banks to Automate GIRO Application Process

By Darien Choong | 08/11/2021

The current GIRO application process takes three to four weeks to complete. The eGIRO service will reduce turnaround time to a few minutes for consumers.

AML / KYC

HKMA Launches AMLab Series to Experiment with Network Analytics

By Editors | 07/11/2021

Five banks will work with data experts to experiment with the use of data analytics and network diagrams in identifying suspected money mules.

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