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    Cryptocurrency

    Crypto Exchange Gemini Eyes Further Expansion in APAC Markets

    By Manesh Samtani | 17/11/2025

    Gemini is prioritising markets with clearer regulatory paths while localising products and navigating Asia's fragmented rulebooks, its APAC head says.

    Tokenisation

    MAS to Launch SGD Testnet for Live Tokenised Settlement Trials

    By Nithya Subramanian | 14/11/2025

    MAS will launch a Singapore Dollar Testnet for tokenised settlements and expand cross-border projects under Project Guardian and BLOOM to advance interoperable digital finance.

    Tokenisation

    MAS to Trial Tokenised Bills, Expand AI Initiatives

    By Nithya Subramanian | 14/11/2025

    MAS announced trials for tokenised MAS Bills settled in wholesale CBDC, finalised rules for stablecoins, and new AI governance initiatives.

    Tokenisation

    Hong Kong Launches Live Pilot for Tokenised Deposits, Digital Assets

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/11/2025

    HKMA's new EnsembleTX project will test real-value settlement with major banks and asset managers, outlining a path to central bank money.

    AI Risk & Governance

    MAS Consults on New AI Risk Management Guidelines for FIs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 14/11/2025

    MAS proposes that FIs must maintain full AI inventories, conduct risk-materiality assessments and implement robust data, testing and monitoring controls across the AI life cycle.

    Trading & Investment

    SFC Eases Client Interaction Rules for GBA Wealth Connect Scheme

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/11/2025

    The SFC has unveiled enhancements allowing one-off client consent and remote product discussions to improve the cross-boundary investment programme.

    AI Risk & Governance

    GFTN Launches AI Research Intelligence Platform for Finance

    By Nithya Subramanian | 14/11/2025

    ALFIN integrates verified data from global regulators, investors, and innovators to deliver explainable, analyst-grade insights.

    Nature & Biodiversity

    ISSB to Set Global Nature-Related Disclosure Standards Based on TNFD Framework

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/11/2025

    The ISSB will develop new rules based on the TNFD's work, which will pause its own guidance development.

    AI Risk & Governance

    MAS, FCA Forge AI-in-Finance Partnership to Drive Responsible Innovation

    By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2025

    Besides joint initiatives, the FCA will also establish first physical presence in Singapore, appointing a Financial Services Attaché at the British High Commission.

    Trading & Investment

    IOSCO Issues New Guidance for Regulators on Neo-Broker Risks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/11/2025

    IOSCO has issued a final report with recommendations on PFOF, fee transparency, and IT resilience for online brokers.

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