Fintech / Regtech

    AML / KYC

    Hong Kong SFC Issues AML Warning as JFIU Prepares New STR Platform

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

    The SFC has detailed expected controls to combat layering via brokerages and virtual assets, as HKPF prepare to launch a new system for reporting suspicious transactions.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    BIS Warns of Rising Risks as Tokenised Money Market Funds Surge

    By Nithya Subramanian | 28/11/2025

    The BIS says fast-growing tokenised money market funds, now central to DeFi, mirror and may amplify liquidity and compliance risks seen in stablecoins and traditional MMFs.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Malaysia Launches Blockchain Consortium to Drive National Digital Strategy

    By Nithya Subramanian | 28/11/2025

    The 19-member consortium led by TEIZA, unites government, financial and tech players to set national standards and accelerate blockchain adoption across key sectors.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Outlines Extensive Derivatives Market System Upgrades for 2026

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

    HKEX plans to enhance after-hours trading, add a new matching engine, and mandate several system upgrades for participants.

    Fintech / Regtech

    EY Launches Risk Lab to Help FIs Tackle Surging Compliance Demands

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/11/2025

    The new lab will co-create technology solutions with clients, focusing on non-financial risks like financial crime amid tightening regional regulations.

    Fintech / Regtech

    BIS: AI Agents Can Replicate Key Cash Management Decisions

    By Nithya Subramanian | 28/11/2025

    New study finds that general-purpose AI agents can replicate core cash management decisions in wholesale payment systems, showing precautionary behaviour similar to human operators.

    Fintech / Regtech

    New BIS Paper Sets Out Key Factors for Successful Suptech Deployment

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

    A new BIS study finds that combining digital, data, and suptech strategies is the most effective way for regulators to deploy new tools.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Korea's Upbit Halts Services After USD 37M Crypto Hack

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/11/2025

    The breach occurred a day after a major acquisition deal was announced, prompting an on-site inspection by financial authorities.

    Fintech / Regtech

    SC Malaysia Selects Six Firms for First Regulatory Sandbox Cohort

    By Nithya Subramanian | 28/11/2025

    The selected firms target innovation in alternative real estate investment, digital secondary markets and new financing models.

    Fintech / Regtech

    BIS Names IMF Digital Money Expert as New Innovation Hub Chief

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

    Tommaso Mancini-Griffoli will lead the BIS Innovation Hub's work on fintech, including its hubs in Singapore and Hong Kong.

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