FINTECH / REGTECH

    Fintech / Regtech

    India Extends Support for Singapore Payments Link to More Banks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 18/07/2025

    The cross-border payment linkage between Singapore and India will now support 19 Indian banks, enhancing real-time remittance access for users in both countries.

    Fintech / Regtech

    BSP to Enhance Regulatory Framework for Digital-Centric Banks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 18/07/2025

    The Philippine central bank is drafting rules to assess digital adoption in traditional banks. AI risk guidelines are also in development.

    Fintech / Regtech

    BCBS Paper Maps Framework for Effective Bank Supervision

    By Editors | 18/07/2025

    New paper highlights a shift to outcome-focused supervision, resting on robust tools, proactive culture, and cross-border cooperation.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ISDA Launches Digital Hub to Modernise Derivatives Notices

    By Editors | 17/07/2025

    New online platform and protocol aim to cut risks and losses by replacing physical delivery of critical legal notices with a secure system.

    Fintech / Regtech

    MAS Rolling Out Four Pronged Responsible AI Adoption Strategy

    By Nithya Subramanian | 17/07/2025

    Chia Der Jiun unveiled a four-pronged strategy to promote responsible AI adoption in financial services, and said MAS has completed its Quantum Key Distribution sandbox trial

    Fintech / Regtech

    HKMA to Expand Use of Granular Risk Data from Banks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/07/2025

    Carmen Chu announced the results of HKMA's "Fintech Maturity Stock-take" exercise and plans to consult the industry on the development of a new data strategy.

    Fintech / Regtech

    GIFT City Regulator Amends Proposals for TechFin and Ancillary Services

    By Mark Johnston | 17/07/2025

    Feedback on IFSCA's proposed regulations highlights concerns over re-registration costs, mandatory officer appointments, and restrictive client eligibility criteria.

    AML / KYC

    MAS Mandates 2FA for All Online Financial Accounts, Tightens Exemptions

    By Manesh Samtani | 17/07/2025

    MAS updates guidance to make two-factor authentication mandatory for all customers, shifting from a client-based to an access-based exemption model.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Taiwan to Permit 'Simplified' Brokerage Branches Amid Digital Shift

    By Editors | 16/07/2025

    FSC to allow smaller, non-trading branches to cut costs and expand wealth management services as online trading nears 80 percent.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong and Macao Ink MOU to Bolster GBA Data Flows

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/07/2025

    Hong Kong’s PCPD and Macao’s PDPB will deepen collaboration on personal data protection, facilitate cross-boundary information exchange, and support the region's digital economy.

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