AI, Technology & Data

    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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