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    Telegram ‘Guarantee Markets’ Facilitate Billions in Scams - RUSI

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/05/2026

    Online bazaars on Telegram are enabling industrial-scale scams and money laundering using stablecoins, with one marketplace processing tens of billions of dollars.

    AI Risk & Governance

    MAS, IBF Launch AI Talent Programme for Finance Sector

    By Nithya Subramanian | 21/05/2026

    The programme aims to build a pipeline of AI-proficient professionals by integrating industry projects and mentorship into university studies.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    Korea to Host Forum on T+1 Settlement, Eyes 2027 Launch

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/05/2026

    Authorities and industry will discuss the move to a shorter settlement cycle, aiming to align with global trends despite significant operational hurdles.

    Structural Regulation

    Malaysia Proposes Major Overhaul of LEAP Market

    By Nithya Subramanian | 21/05/2026

    Regulators are proposing to open the SME market to retail investors, while streamlining listing and graduation pathways for companies.

    Stablecoins

    Japan's Ruling Party Approves AI and On-Chain Finance Blueprint

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/05/2026

    The policy proposal calls for a five-year roadmap to develop a new financial infrastructure using tokenised deposits, yen stablecoins, and AI.

    Stablecoins

    Japan Finalises Rules, Creating Legal Path for Foreign Stablecoins

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/05/2026

    The regulator has amended key ordinances, allowing certain foreign trust-based stablecoins to be treated as payment instruments, not securities, from 1 June.

    Structural Regulation

    China Sets New Capital and Conduct Rules for Derivatives Dealers

    By Mark Johnston | 20/05/2026

    New measures establish a CNY 500 million net capital floor for dealers, introduce suitability and real-name account rules, and clarify the regulatory framework.

    Anti-Bribery & Corruption

    India's Adani Group Resolves Multiple US Probes for Nearly $300M

    By Nithya Subramanian | 19/05/2026

    The Indian conglomerate has settled separate US investigations into sanctions violations and bribery allegations.

    Sustainable Finance

    Hong Kong Issues Guide for Tech Sector Transition Finance

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/05/2026

    Regulators have released a practical guide to help financial firms assess and fund the climate transition of the technology sector.

    Cybersecurity

    Japan Holds First Meeting of New Taskforce on AI Cyber Threats

    By Manesh Samtani | 18/05/2026

    The regulator brought together banks, government bodies and major AI firms to counter risks from new models.

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