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CBDCs
HKMA Consults on CBDC Policy and Design Choices
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/04/2022
The paper says e-HKD could bring could present challenges to Hong Kong’s currency and financial stability, as well as the city’s role as an international financial centre.
Cybersecurity
HKMA Launches Knowledge Hub to Promote RegTech Adoption
By Editors | 26/04/2022
The Hub’s launch is accompanied by videos featuring regtech solutions from HSBC, Citibank, iFinHealth, Ping An OneConnect Bank and ASTRI.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
BSP Directs FIs to Implement Controls Against Cyber Fraud
By Editors | 26/04/2022
The recommended control measures include the removal of clickable links in emails and SMS and customer notifications for fund transfers and contact information changes.
Cloud & Infrastructure
CSRC Issues Standards for Fund Managers, Carbon Products
By Darien Choong | 23/04/2022
The new series of financial industry standards cover data governance of fund companies, carbon financial products, and mobile app design.
Tokenisation
Asset Managers Should Put Customers at Heart: SGX
By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2022
At the IMAS Digital Summit 2022, SGX CEO Loh Boon Chye discussed the exchange’s approach to digital assets and technology adoption.
Emerging Prudential Risks
FSB Warns of Emerging Vulnerabilities, Financial Stability Risks
By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2022
Global financial stability cannot be taken for granted going forward, FSB Chair Klaas Knot said in a letter to G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors.
AI Risk & Governance
RegTech Adoption Requires Rethink of Regulatory Environment
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2022
New WEF paper outlines success factors for regtech adoption, a roadmap for implementation, and guidance on regulatory requirements.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Japan FSA Publishes Research on Overseas Data Collection Platforms
By Editors | 20/04/2022
A survey of overseas authorities was conducted to inform the development of a “joint data platform” that will be used by both the FSA and BOJ.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
HKMA to Develop Additional Safeguards for Bank Customers
By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2022
A fresh review of the Banking Code of Practice has been launched, covering information disclosure, customers’ finance management, and dispute handling.
Structural Regulation
FSC Korea Green Lights Kakao Digital Insurance Business
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 19/04/2022
The approval marks the first time that a newcomer to the insurance industry has been given permission to start a digital insurance company.
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