Fintech / Regtech

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Flags Digital Fraud as Higher Priority Than Crypto, CRE Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 12/09/2025

Arthur Yuen said at the FT Live Asia Banking Summit on Thursday that the impact of digital fraud on the broader economy and social fabric is systemic.

Fintech / Regtech

India Links UPI with UPU to Promote Cross-Border Remittances

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/09/2025

The integration aims to cut the cost of sending money abroad, harnessing India’s digital payment infrastructure and the global reach of postal networks to benefit millions of families worldwide.

ESG / Sustainability

Hong Kong FSDC Report Spotlights Innovations in Impact Investing

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/09/2025

A new FSDC report showcases local case studies to demonstrate Hong Kong's strategic positioning to serve as a regional hub for channelling purpose-driven capital.

Fintech / Regtech

FSC Taiwan Urges Banks to Balance Anti-Fraud Measures

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/09/2025

Banks are asked to refine their fraud prevention measures using a risk-based approach to avoid unduly disrupting financial services.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Vietnam Launches 5-Year Pilot to Regulate Crypto Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/09/2025

The new framework sets high capital requirements for service providers and restricts the issuance and trading of new crypto assets to foreign investors.

Fintech / Regtech

BIS Identifies Policy As Main Hurdle for Digital Finance Interoperability

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/09/2025

A high-level BIS workshop has found that political differences are the key barrier to interoperability, while warning of escalating AI-driven cyber threats to the financial system.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore’s GovTech Steps Up Singpass Security to Combat Fraud

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/09/2025

GovTech’s anti-fraud team has introduced real-time facial verification on the national digital ID app to counter cyber intrusions and protect users.

Fintech / Regtech

IMF Warns Stablecoins Pose 'Major Financial Stability Risks'

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/09/2025

Experts call for new regulatory frameworks to address risks from non-banks, dollarisation, and financial crime amid rapid financial innovation.

Fintech / Regtech

Pakistan SEC Prioritising Digitalisation to Expand Financial Access

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/09/2025

The SECP is rolling out digital initiatives such as online account openings, product distribution and share depository integration, while also planning retail sukuk.