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Cybersecurity

Japan Urges Banks to Bolster Defences as It Gains Access to Advanced AI

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/05/2026

Regulators have issued new guidance on AI-powered cyber threats as the government and major banks are set to receive access to Anthropic's powerful Claude Mythos model.

Stablecoins

EU Commission Launches Major Review of MiCA Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

The European Commission is seeking feedback on its crypto rules, with a focus on stablecoins, DeFi, and international competitiveness.

Structural Regulation

China Launches Multi-Agency Plan to Eradicate Illegal Cross-Border Brokerage

By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

Eight government bodies launched a two-year plan to shut down illegal cross-border securities, futures, and fund activities; several online brokers penalised.

Trading & Investment

IOSCO Takes Stock of Risks Associated With Extended Trading Hours

By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

New report finds extended hours sessions are characterised by lower liquidity and wider spreads, posing risks to market integrity and operational resilience.

AI Risk & Governance

Singapore’s IMDA Updates Agentic AI Governance Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/05/2026

The revised framework adds industry case studies and new guidance on risk assessment, human accountability, and technical controls for agentic AI.

AI Risk & Governance

Singapore Sandbox Reveals Key Governance Risks for AI Agents

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/05/2026

A government-led sandbox identifies critical risks in human oversight, cybersecurity, and data privacy, offering a governance roadmap for deploying autonomous AI systems.

Anti-Money Laundering

Hong Kong Calls for Global Action on Digital Assets to Combat Terror Financing

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/05/2026

Hong Kong’s finance chief has urged jurisdictions to implement international standards for digital assets and enhance cooperation to prevent their use in illicit finance.

Cryptocurrency

SC Malaysia Overhauls Digital Asset Exchanges Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/05/2026

The SC has revised its DAX framework, introducing a liberalised listing process alongside stricter prudential and governance requirements for operators.

Cryptocurrency

Industry Bodies Urge MAS to Refine Crypto-Asset Framework

By Manesh Samtani | 22/05/2026

ISDA and ASIFMA have called for the removal of exposure caps and further clarifications on proposed rules for crypto-assets on permissionless blockchains.