Commentary

Lisa Huang and Shannon Wong offer guidance on making a timely start to compliance with HKMA’s new operational resilience framework.

Ari Redbord outlines what crypto-asset service providers need to understand as discussions continue on an EU-wide regulatory framework for crypto.

ASIC’s Alex Orgaz-Barnier says APAC regulators are targeting a common implementation date and alignment to the greatest extent possible.  

European Commission has not shown cause for anti-trust allegations as consumers strongly support Apple payment technology, writes Peter Guy.

Etelka Bogardi and Amy Chung say Hong Kong's efforts to regulate the crypto sector and stablecoin market are on the whole in line with international trends while leaving room for further development.

Panellists at a recent Regulation Asia webinar discussed the need for greater vigilance to TBML risks and how workflow enhancements can improve outcomes.

Sanctions screening starts with effective KYC, says Refinitiv’s Neil Vaz, pointing to five “universal tools” crypto firms need to ensure compliance.

The response of corporates and investors to the invasion of Ukraine suggests both need to overhaul their due diligence processes.

A shift to digital-first AML auditing and more open communications will improve efficiency and effectiveness for regulators and regulated entities alike, writes Claus Christensen.

The framework has been welcomed by investors, though Commissioner Hester Peirce warned it will undermine the existing regulatory framework.