Fintech / Regtech

RBI Calls on Banks to Increase Vigilance Against Cyber Attacks

By Ajoy K Das | 02/07/2024

Banks have been directed to monitor network activities and server logs as well as keep close watch on critical payments systems.

ESG / Sustainability

Hong Kong Launches Green FinTech Support Scheme

By Manesh Samtani | 02/07/2024

The scheme aims to provide early-stage funding for green fintechs and ultimately improve sustainability reporting in Hong Kong.

Securities / Derivatives

ISDA Confirms Plans to Develop Industry Notices Hub

By Editors | 01/07/2024

ISDA received “strong support” for the plan and will now work with S&P Global Market Intelligence and Linklaters to build the platform.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Cautions Against Tech-led Disruptions in Financial Systems

By Ajoy K Das | 01/07/2024

Cyber hazards, climate change and global spillovers offer challenges to financial stability, said the RBI governor.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Working to Improve Data and AI Capabilities

By Ajoy K Das | 29/06/2024

A current focus for the RBI is on enhancing capacity in AI and machine learning techniques and analysing unstructured textual data.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong’s FSDC Calls for Adoption of Digital ID System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/06/2024

The FSDC report recommends establishing a trust framework for the digital ID ecosystem and enabling interoperability through improved legal measures.

Crypto / Digital Assets

HKMA, BDF To Collaborate on Cross-border CBDC Experiments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/06/2024

The HKMA and BDF will collaborate on cross-border transfers and settlement of tokenised assets.

Crypto / Digital Assets

MAS Expands Project Guardian Initiatives to Scale Asset Tokenisation

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/06/2024

The financial regulator has also released a whitepaper on the design principles, objectives, considerations and potential uses of Global Layer One Initiative.

Big Picture

BIS Urges Central Banks to Keep Pace with AI

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2024

In the financial sector, AI can improve efficiencies and lower costs for payments, lending, insurance and asset management, the BIS said.

Fintech / Regtech

ASIC Issues Guidance on Communications Surveillance

By Editors | 26/06/2024

A new information sheet calls for market intermediaries to ensure effective monitoring and supervision of business communications.

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