Fintech / Regtech

Fintech / Regtech

G20 Nations Advance on Climate, Fintech Data Gaps

By Manesh Samtani | 10/11/2025

A new report shows progress on energy and digital money data, but also highlights resource constraints and differing national priorities across economies.

Fintech / Regtech

Bahrain and India Launch Connected Instant Payment Systems

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/11/2025

The instant payment link enables real-time cross-border transfers and strengthens bilateral financial and fintech ties between the two countries.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Digital Banks Win High Public Trust: HKAB Survey

By Mark Johnston | 10/11/2025

New HKAB survey finds user confidence in digital banks is strongly linked to awareness of HKMA oversight and deposit protection.

Fintech / Regtech

Franklin Templeton Launches Tokenised Fund Under Hong Kong's New 'Fintech 2030' Plan

By Mark Johnston | 10/11/2025

The launch is the first initiative under the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s new five-year strategy to embed AI and blockchain in finance.

Fintech / Regtech

SEBI Urges Tech Platforms to Curb Online Investment Scams

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/11/2025

The regulator seeks stronger verification and labelling systems from social media and app platforms to protect investors.

Securities / Derivatives

HK Wealth Industry Calls for Reforms to Boost Competitiveness

By Manesh Samtani | 07/11/2025

New report urges Hong Kong to reform complex product rules, virtual asset custody, and cross-border schemes to maintain its edge.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Flags 'Explosive Growth' in AI-driven Cyber Attacks

By Manesh Samtani | 07/11/2025

Officials report a sharp rise in security incidents, prompting the government to roll out new AI ethics and usage guidelines.

Fintech / Regtech

Indonesia to Apply Coretax Cybersecurity Lessons to Banking Sector

By Mark Johnston | 06/11/2025

The move follows significant disruptions and a reported data breach where taxpayer information was allegedly sold online.

Fintech / Regtech

Bangladesh Bank Order Firms to Block Online Gambling Transactions

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/11/2025

Bangladesh Bank has ordered stricter monitoring, AI-based detection systems, and the creation of public reporting channels to curb illicit digital activities.