Market Infrastructure

    Fintech / Regtech

    IMF Report: CBDC Competitive Impact Hinges on Market Structures

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/11/2025

    New paper offers a framework for central banks, finding a CBDC's effect varies from high in unregulated markets to limited where public payment systems exist.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    BCBS Finalises Third-Party Risk Rules, Expedites Crypto Standard Review

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/11/2025

    The BCBS has approved final principles for third-party risk management and will fast-track a review of the cryptoasset standard.

    Market Infrastructure

    BIS Report Spotlights APAC’s Influence on Global Fintech Policy

    By Manesh Samtani | 20/11/2025

    A six-year review led by the BIS Hong Kong Hub shows how presidencies in India and Indonesia shaped regulatory priorities.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Singapore Regulator Unveils Major Equities Market Reforms

    By Nithya Subramanian | 20/11/2025

    The Equities Market Review Group has proposed an SGX-Nasdaq dual-listing bridge, a SGD 30 million “Value Unlock” package, and new EQDP managers.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    FSB Outlines 2026 Agenda Targeting Crypto, NBFI, Regulatory Alignment

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/11/2025

    The FSB will prioritise aligning national regulations, tackling risks in non-banks and stablecoins, and improving cross-border resolution frameworks.

    Market Infrastructure

    AMRO Calls on ASEAN+3 Policymakers to Tackle Stablecoin Risks

    By Manesh Samtani | 20/11/2025

    AMRO calls for coordinated regulation to manage financial stability and monetary sovereignty risks from new payment technologies.

    Market Infrastructure

    India’s Finance Leaders Urge Deeper Reforms Ahead of Budget 2026-27

    By Nithya Subramanian | 19/11/2025

    Financial sector stakeholders urge the government to introduce tax incentives, cut transaction levies and take steps to deepen India’s financial markets.

    Capital / Liquidity

    IAIS to Tackle Risks From Alternative Assets, Reinsurance

    By Manesh Samtani | 19/11/2025

    IAIS will enhance monitoring, develop new guidance and review standards after finding concentrated exposures in some insurers and markets.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKIFA Prioritises Deeper Mainland Connectivity, ETF Connect Reform

    By Manesh Samtani | 19/11/2025

    The HKIFA is pushing for greater investor education in the GBA and further reforms to boost cross-border fund flows.

    Securities / Derivatives

    BIS Unveils 'Project Rio' Platform for Real-time FX Market Monitoring

    By Manesh Samtani | 19/11/2025

    New open-source tool developed with central banks aims to provide market insights with sub-two-second latency for policymakers.

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