Fintech / Regtech

Crypto / Digital Assets

Taiwan Outlines Stablecoin Rules for 2026 Launch

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

Taiwan’s proposed framework, modelled on the EU's MiCA, will require full reserve backing and initially permit only banks to issue.

Market Infrastructure

Philippine Proposes Rules Targeting Payment System Disruptions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

The BSP’s draft rules mandate new incident reporting timelines and detailed business continuity plans for participants of the Peso RTGS.

Fintech / Regtech

IMF Urges Global Cooperation on Stablecoins to Avert Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 05/12/2025

New paper highlights risks of currency substitution and capital flow volatility, urging a collaborative approach to avoid fragmented regulation.

Fintech / Regtech

FSS Korea Probes Coupang Pay, Gmarket After Major Data Breaches

By Mark Johnston | 05/12/2025

The FSS is scrutinising payment systems at major e-commerce platforms amid concerns over inadequate cybersecurity investment in the sector.

ESG / Sustainability

Bank Indonesia, Accountants Renew Pact on Financial, Sustainability Standards

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

The agreement aims to enhance financial reporting integrity, adapt to digitalisation, and support the stability of the financial sector.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI to Roll Out AI Tools to Speed Up Complaint Handling

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/12/2025

The RBI will deploy AI-driven tools and strengthen internal processes to tackle rising complaint volumes and cut delays in resolving digital-payment disputes.

Market Infrastructure

Australia Regulators to Unveil Reform Roadmap Focused on Geopolitical, AI Risks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/12/2025

The Council of Financial Regulators has outlined its priorities for 2026 and plans to release a roadmap this month with over 50 commitments to reduce regulatory burden.

Securities / Derivatives

APAC Firms Face Significant Hurdles in European Shift to T+1

By Manesh Samtani | 04/12/2025

With the shift to T+1 set for October 2027, APAC firms face mounting operational challenges, especially in managing time zone differences and FX processes.

Sanctions

Sanctioned Huione Pay Halts Operations Amid Run on Funds

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/12/2025

Cambodia’s Huione Pay has frozen withdrawals and closed branches after international sanctions sparked a cash crunch and mass customer withdrawals.