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Fintech / Regtech
AML / KYC
HKMA Directs SVF Licensees to Implement Anti-Scam Measures
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/04/2025
SVF licensees are directed to use the measures set out in a December 2024 circular initially intended for authorised institutions.
Fintech / Regtech
RBI Allows NPCI to Revise UPI Transaction Limits
By Nithya Subramanian | 15/04/2025
The RBI will allow NPCI to adjust UPI payment limits. It is also making its sandbox “theme neutral” and “on tap”.
AML / KYC
UK Using Quantum Tech to Combat Fraud, Money Laundering
By Manesh Samtani | 15/04/2025
Quantum computing is being used to tackle fraud. HSBC is working to find ways it can be used to identify indicators of money laundering.
AML / KYC
HKMA Unveils New Measures to Bolster E-Banking Security
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/04/2025
Banks must empower customers to adopt bound devices instead of SMS OTPs and deactivate higher risk e-banking functions.
AML / KYC
Thailand Unveils Measures to Combat Digital Asset Mule Accounts
By Manesh Samtani | 15/04/2025
Digital asset businesses will be obligated to exchange information, screen, and suspend transactions or accounts linked to technology-related crimes
Fintech / Regtech
RBI Mandates Digital Submissions Through PRAVAAH Portal
By Nithya Subramanian | 14/04/2025
The move is part of RBI’s push for end-to-end digitisation to improve transparency, efficiency, and service delivery in the regulatory approval process.
AML / KYC
Shedding Light on HSBC’s Use of Machine Learning in Transaction Monitoring
By Manesh Samtani | 14/04/2025
Olivier Franses talks to Regulation Asia about HSBC’s use of machine learning in transaction monitoring, the challenges of implementation, and the resulting benefits.
Fintech / Regtech
FSC Taiwan Proposes Revised Regulatory Framework for Digital Insurers
By Nithya Subramanian | 14/04/2025
The minimum capital requirements will be significantly reduced, among other changes aimed at lowering entry barriers and encouraging innovation.
Crypto / Digital Assets
US Authorities End ‘Regulation by Prosecution’ for Digital Assets
By Manesh Samtani | 14/04/2025
The SEC is considering introducing an exemptive relief framework that allows crypto firms to operate until federal regulations are in place.
Enforcement
Kakao Pay Facing Hefty Fine for Unauthorised Data Transfers
By Thisanka Siripala | 13/04/2025
Between April 2018 and May 2023, Kakao Pay transferred data to China’s Alipay belonging to approximately 40.45 million individuals
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