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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.
Cryptocurrency
MAS Tightens Grip on Crypto Firms Serving Overseas Clients
By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2025
MAS finalises rules imposing strict licensing and compliance standards on Singapore-based digital token service providers serving overseas investors.
Data Privacy
China Set to Launch Voluntary National Digital ID System
By Editors | 01/06/2025
China is set to launch a new voluntary digital ID scheme in July, promising enhanced data security and online privacy.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
Australian Super Funds Face Scrutiny Over Member Services
By Editors | 01/06/2025
Super funds are under pressure to improve member services, particularly in handling death benefit claims. Governance failures are a key concern.
Cybersecurity
HKMA Partners with University on Cybersecurity Innovation
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/05/2025
HKMA and the HKUST Business School will jointly explore innovative suptech and regtech solutions, leveraging “cutting-edge” technologies such as the latest LLMs.
Cybersecurity
Japan’s FSA Urges FIs to End Use of Password-Protected Zip Files
By Editors | 30/05/2025
The FSA cites security risks and vulnerability to malware as reasons to discontinue the practice of sending email attachments with passwords.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
16 Brokerages Were Affected by Unauthorised Trades, JSDA Confirms
By Editors | 30/05/2025
The FSA’s last update said only 9 securities firms were affected, but the problem has since grown. JSDA is coordinating with the affected firms on compensation for customers.
AI Risk & Governance
Taiwan FSC Survey Reveals Growing Use of AI Among FIs
By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025
FSC survey reveals increased use of AI and generative AI among financial firms, focusing on operational improvements and fraud prevention.
Cybersecurity
Korea Launches Bug Bounty Programme to Fortify Cybersecurity
By Editors | 28/05/2025
FSS and FSEC offering rewards up to KRW 10 million for identifying vulnerabilities in financial systems, encouraging ethical hacking to enhance security.
Anti-Money Laundering
G7 Finance Ministers Pledge Action Against Financial Crime
By Manesh Samtani | 27/05/2025
G7 commits to strengthening AML frameworks, enhancing international cooperation, and supporting developing countries to combat financial crime.
KYC & CDD
Six Korean Banks to Jointly Launch Digital ID Verification Service
By Nithya Subramanian | 24/05/2025
An interconnected digital identity verification service will allow customers to use a single certificate across multiple mobile banking apps.
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