AI, Technology & Data

AI Risk & Governance

FSC Korea to Bolster Support Network for Vulnerable Groups With AI

By Editors | 25/04/2026

The FSC plans to expand its finance-welfare-employment support programme with AI tools, proactive alerts, and new products for small businesses and the uninsured.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Advances Plan for Government-backed Tech Fund

By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

The new government-backed fund will require managers to allocate at least 25 percent of capital towards establishing production and manufacturing bases in the city.

AI Risk & Governance

Abu Dhabi and Shenzhen's Futian District Partner on Financial Cooperation

By Editors | 24/04/2026

The agreement establishes a framework to enhance collaboration in financial innovation, AI in finance, and cross-border investment structures, including the QFLP framework.

Structural Regulation

China IPO Hopefuls Reconsider Offshore Listings Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

Increased regulatory oversight of the VIE structure is forcing Chinese AI startups to reconsider their path to public markets in Hong Kong.

Cybersecurity

India, Japan Scrutinise Anthropic’s ‘Mythos’ AI Model Over Cyber Risks

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

Regulators from India, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia and Korea are among those holding talks with banks amid fears the advanced AI could accelerate cyberattacks.

AI Risk & Governance

Singapore’s MindForge AI Framework Adds ‘Governance Premium’ for Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

The initiative led by MAS aims to standardise AI governance and shield bank balance sheets from risks such as algorithmic drift and model miscalculations.

Payments & Settlements

India, Korea Deepen Financial Ties with Regulatory, Payments Pacts

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The agreements include a regulatory MoU and a pact to integrate digital payment systems, aiming to boost investment and interoperability.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australian Regulator Fines Latitude Finance for Spam Breaches

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The non-bank lender must appoint an independent consultant after millions of compliance failures under the Spam Act.

Cybersecurity

NEC Launches Shared Cybersecurity Centre for Japan's Regional Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

The initiative aims to help smaller FIs address rising cyber threats, talent shortages, and regulatory demands through a collaborative framework and shared services.