FINTECH / REGTECH

AML / KYC

Taiwan Digital ID System Faces Scrutiny Over Security Flaws

By Editors | 12/06/2025

A lawmaker has called out the government’s response to the abuse of Taiwan’s digital ID system as inadequate.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Tightens Crypto Rules to Safeguard Investor Assets

By Thisanka Siripala | 12/06/2025

Japan’s revised Payment Services Act empowers authorities to issue a “domestic custody order” to failing foreign crypto exchanges.

Crypto / Digital Assets

First PHP Stablecoin Advances Past Regulatory Sandbox Pilot

By Editors | 11/06/2025

Philippine fintech Coins.ph said PHPC is exiting the regulatory sandbox and is now positioned for broader adoption across multiple use cases.

Fintech / Regtech

NPCI Overhauls India’s UPI System to Boost Security

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/06/2025

From 1 August, the NPCI will roll out new API usage rules for banks and payment apps to improve system stability, efficiency and security.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea Pushes Forward Work on Digital Asset Basic Act

By Manesh Samtani | 11/06/2025

The Act will introduce business conduct and internal control standards for crypto firms as well as licensing and capital requirements for stablecoins.

Fintech / Regtech

Bangladesh Bank Sets Deadlines for Migration to ISO 20022

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/06/2025

Scheduled banks must complete all preparatory work in June 2025 and commence testing activities from July 2025.

Capital / Liquidity

Taiwan Enhances Fintech Innovation Hub with Tiered Mentorship Scheme

By Mark Johnston | 10/06/2025

Taiwan’s FSC has launched Fintech Innovation Park 2.0, providing tiered mentorship and other enhanced resources to help fintech startups grow.

Fintech / Regtech

New Rules for BNPL Providers Take Effect in Australia

By Manesh Samtani | 10/06/2025

Australia starts enforcing stricter BNPL regulations, requiring providers to conduct credit checks before allowing customers to borrow money.

Securities / Derivatives

Stock Exchange of Thailand Revises Rules for High-Frequency Trading

By Editors | 10/06/2025

The range of securities accessible to HFT investors will be restricted to those with large market capitalisation and high liquidity.