AI, Technology & Data

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

Australia NASC Reports on Success of 'Romance Scam Fusion Cell'

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/03/2026

Report details new frameworks trialled by banks and digital currency exchanges to identify and block funds destined for romance scammers.

Market Data & Technology

Korea Regulator Probes Brokerages After Trading Systems Crash

By Mark Johnston | 09/03/2026

Extreme market volatility triggered widespread mobile trading system failures, prompting the FSS to launch a formal inspection into several firms.

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.

Emerging Prudential Risks

BIS Chief Calls for Rethink of Post-Crisis Rules to Tackle New Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 09/03/2026

BIS General Manager Pablo Hernández de Cos says post-crisis reforms must adapt to tackle risks from non-banks, AI, and growing regulatory complexity.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Global Police Operation Shuts Down LeakBase Financial Data Market

By Editors | 09/03/2026

A 14-nation effort dismantled a major online marketplace for stolen data, with Malaysian authorities seizing key servers as part of the coordinated takedown.

Operational Risk

MAS Proposes Overhaul of Operational and Third-Party Risk Frameworks

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/03/2026

New consultations aim to expand oversight to all third-party arrangements and enhance public disclosures for systemically important institutions.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

BSP Directs Banks to Shift to Biometrics, Phases Out SMS OTPs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/03/2026

New draft rules require banks to adopt server-side biometrics for high-risk transactions to combat fraud, linking compliance to liability.

Trading & Investment

KRX Weighs Delaying Trading-hours Reform After Industry Pushback

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/03/2026

Korea Exchange is considering postponing the planned extension of its trading hours after securities firms and labour unions cite insufficient preparation time.