AI Risk & Governance

AI Risk & Governance

Philippine Think Tank Calls for AI Governance to Boost Financial Inclusion

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/04/2026

New study highlights a growing gap between digital adoption and financial inclusion, urging policy alignment on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

AI Risk & Governance

APRA Demands ‘Step-Change’ in AI Risk Management

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/04/2026

The regulator has warned that firms' governance, risk management and assurance practices are failing to keep pace with the rapid adoption of AI.

Cybersecurity

Korea Urges Banks to Boost Security Investment Amid AI Threats

By Mark Johnston | 30/04/2026

The FSS governor has warned of emerging cyber threats from AI models as the country relaxes long-standing network separation rules for financial firms.

Structural Regulation

JPX Unveils Plan to Bolster Governance and Digital Infrastructure

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/04/2026

JPX updated its medium-term plan, focusing on corporate governance reforms, technology adoption, and market structure enhancements.

AI Risk & Governance

Singapore Banks Monitor AI Risks After ‘Mythos’ Concerns

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/04/2026

The ABS is coordinating with member banks to monitor emerging threats from advanced artificial intelligence models.

AI Risk & Governance

China to Require Approval for US Investment in Tech Firms - Reports

By Mark Johnston | 29/04/2026

Regulators will restrict US capital in sensitive tech sectors without explicit government approval, a policy prompted by Meta’s now-blocked acquisition of AI startup Manus.

AI Risk & Governance

China Blocks Meta-Manus Deal Citing Tech Export and Security Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 29/04/2026

Beijing has ordered the unwinding of the USD 2 billion acquisition, signalling a crackdown on Chinese tech firms moving offshore to avoid regulatory oversight.

AI Risk & Governance

DBS Launches Enhanced SME GenAI Adoption Programme

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/04/2026

The initiative provides a structured framework and government support to help small and medium-sized enterprises integrate AI, aligning with Singapore's national strategy.

Cybersecurity

Korea Plans Pre-emptive Shift in Financial Supervision

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/04/2026

The FSS has announced a major policy shift, focusing on pre-emptive digital risk management, enhanced product disclosures, and stricter rules for financial firms.