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Fintech / Regtech
Securities / Derivatives
Geopolitics Seen as Biggest Driver of Derivatives Market Activity – FIA
By Thisanka Siripala | 13/03/2025
FIA President Walt Lukken said economics is taking a back seat to politics in terms of what will drive the derivatives markets.
Fintech / Regtech
IOSCO Proposes Recommendations to Address “Neo-broker” Risks
By Manesh Samtani | 13/03/2025
The recommendations aim to protect retail investors by enhancing the transparency, fairness, and integrity of neo-brokers’ operations.
Fintech / Regtech
Unlocking ASEAN’s Potential: AI’s Role in Shaping the Region’s Banking Future
By Bradley Maclean | 13/03/2025
ASEAN has an opportunity to transform the region’s banking sector by leveraging AI. But a unified vision is essential to unlock the region’s full potential in AI-driven banking.
Big Picture
NIST Highlights Need for “Crypto Agility” in Face of Quantum Threats
By Thisanka Siripala | 13/03/2025
The report highlights slow algorithm transitions, risks of quantum computing, and the need for modular cryptographic systems.
Fintech / Regtech
BSP to Issue Draft Rules on Managing AI Risks Within H1 2025
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/03/2025
The BSP’s new regulations on AI risk management in the financial sector are set to be released within the first half of this year.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Korea to Accelerate 2nd Phase Regulations on Digital Assets
By Nithya Subramanian | 12/03/2025
The Trump administration’s pro-crypto stance has prompted Korea to accelerate its virtual asset policies. It is also examining policy around crypto ETFs.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Japan’s Cabinet Approves Bill to Ease Crypto Regulations
By Thisanka Siripala | 11/03/2025
The bill establishes a new category for crypto intermediaries and enhances flexibility in stablecoin reserve management, among other things.
Fintech / Regtech
Myanmar Central Bank Launches National QR Code Standard
By Nithya Subramanian | 11/03/2025
MMQR will make transactions more efficient and accessible, reduce dependency on cash, and better align with global trends.
AML / KYC
GLEIF Launches Open Data Network to Foster Data Compatibility
By Thisanka Siripala | 10/03/2025
Led by GLEIF and Open Ownership, the initiative aims to embed LEIs into open data sources to enhance data utility across the public and private sectors.
Crypto / Digital Assets
KSD to Launch Security Token ‘Testbed’ Platform in June
By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2025
Once legislative amendments are implemented, the testbed platform will be converted into an operating environment.
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