Fintech / Regtech

Crypto / Digital Assets

Swift Publishes Findings from Tokenisation Experiments

By Editors | 04/09/2023

Swift says its existing infrastructure can provide a single point of entry for FIs to move tokenised assets across blockchains.

Fintech / Regtech

The Future of Investment Advice

By Siva Ramachandran | 04/09/2023

Policy experts from CFA Institute discuss key regulatory and technology trends that will impact how investment advice is delivered.

Enforcement

Taiwan: Cathay Financial Units Fined for Connectivity Issues

By Editors | 04/09/2023

Cathay Securities and Cathay Futures failed to perform capacity tests and application system stress testing operations, the FSC said.

Fintech / Regtech

China Issues New Data Security Rules for Money Brokers

By Editors | 03/09/2023

The rules set out requirements for money brokers that provide data services to customers. A list of permitted data recipients is published.

AML / KYC

MAS Offers New Guidance on BO Identification, Complex Structures

By Manesh Samtani | 01/09/2023

MAS inspections found “executional lapses” in this area as a result of “weak oversight” and “lack of risk awareness and vigilance”.

AML / KYC

Understanding the Value of Global Identifiers in the Fight Against Financial Crime

By Clare Rowley | 31/08/2023

Clare Rowley explores how the LEI is uniquely positioned to strengthen the fight against international financial crime.

Fintech / Regtech

FSC Korea Pledges Support for Fintech Industry

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/08/2023

The FSC will improve regulations to promote fintech innovation in Korea and also support the expansion of fintech firms overseas.

Securities / Derivatives

What SGX Regco Expects Of Disclosures Around Key Financial Indicators

By Boon Gin Tan | 31/08/2023

Boon Gin Tan and June Sim discuss SGX RegCo’s expectations of disclosures in respect of three financial indicators that are actively monitored.

Fintech / Regtech

India, New Zealand Start Talks on UPI-based Payments Link

By Editors | 30/08/2023

NPCI and Payments NZ are in early discussions regarding the use of the UPI system to establish a cross-border payment link.