Cybersecurity

    Reporting on regulatory requirements, enforcement actions, and best practices to safeguard financial institutions and markets against cyber threats, data breaches, and vulnerabilities through proactive measures.

    Structural Regulation

    Indonesia Confirms New OJK Leadership to Push Market Reforms

    By Mark Johnston | 12/03/2026

    Indonesia has confirmed new OJK appointments tasked with implementing urgent governance reforms and restoring global confidence in the domestic market.

    Stablecoins

    Japan FSA Prioritises Real-World Use Cases to Guide Digital Asset Rule-Making

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/03/2026

    A senior official outlined Japan's focus on fostering real-world applications for stablecoins and tokenised assets while seeking global consensus on DeFi.

    Operational Risk

    BOJ Sets Bank Examination Priorities for Fiscal 2026

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/03/2026

    BOJ to scrutinise financial institutions' business models, governance, and management of credit, market and operational risks.

    Cybersecurity

    Taiwan Proposes Stricter Cybersecurity Rules for Insurers

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/03/2026

    The FSC has proposed lowering asset thresholds for insurers required to appoint a chief information security officer and an independent security unit.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Financial Crime is Scaling Faster than Institutions Meant to Stop It

    By Bradley Maclean | 10/03/2026

    Experts at Risk Ready APAC 2026 warn that AI enabled scams are moving faster than legacy compliance and enforcement models can respond.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    China to Progress Financial Stability, Cross-Border Corruption Laws in 2026

    By Editors | 10/03/2026

    China's top legislature has unveiled its 2026 work plan, prioritising financial regulation, anti-corruption efforts, and support for the economy.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    US Targets Foreign Cybercrime Havens in New Executive Order

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2026

    Order directs agencies to pursue transnational criminals and warns nations harbouring them of sanctions and other penalties.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Korea Orders Oil Price Controls, Deployment of Stabilisation Fund

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2026

    President Lee Jaemyung orders direct price controls and expanded market fund as regulators direct brokers to bolster IT systems against extreme volatility.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    SEBI Launches Voluntary Debit Freeze Facility for Mutual Fund Investors

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/03/2026

    SEBI introduces a voluntary debit freeze for MF folios, allowing investors to block unauthorised withdrawals, enhance security, and maintain control over inflows and long-term holdings.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    RBI Consults on Compensation Framework for Digital Payment Fraud

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/03/2026

    RBI proposes draft guidelines for digital fraud compensation, offering one-time reimbursement up to INR 25,000, shared bank liability, and requiring customers to report fraud within five days.

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