AI, Technology & Data

    Data Privacy

    EDPB Issues Opinion on Adequacy of Korea Data Protection Regime

    By Editors | 07/10/2021

    The EDPB says Korea’s data protection framework presents “numerous similarities” to Europe’s, but certain aspects may require “a closer look and clarification”.

    Cybersecurity

    Singapore Launches New Cybersecurity Strategy

    By Mark Johnston | 06/10/2021

    The strategy is underpinned by two foundational enablers: the development of a more vibrant cybersecurity ecosystem, and a more robust cyber workforce.

    Data Privacy

    Australia Finalises CDR Rule Changes to Increase Participation

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/10/2021

    The amendments allow accredited data recipients to sponsor other parties to become accredited or allow them to operate as representatives.

    AI Risk & Governance

    China to Regulate Algorithms Use, Punish Misuse

    By Editors | 06/10/2021

    The new guidance warns that companies will be held accountable for misusing algorithms. An algorithm registration system will be established.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    US to Gather 30 Countries to Coordinate Ransomware Response

    By Editors | 06/10/2021

    The Counter-Ransomware Initiative is aimed at improving law enforcement collaboration and stemming the illicit use of cryptocurrency.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    BSP Urges Passage of Bill to Tackle Rising Cybercrime

    By Ranamita Chakraborty | 05/10/2021

    The bill will strengthen the legal framework for financial consumer welfare and foster greater public awareness on cybersecurity, the BSP said.

    Operational Risk

    SFC Issues New Guidance on Remote Working Risks

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/10/2021

    The SFC describes incidents that occurred due to failures to split teams amid the pandemic, set up phone recording, and promptly isolate a server compromised by ransomware.

    CBDCs

    RBNZ Issues Consultation on Potential CBDC Issuance

    By Ranamita Chakraborty | 04/10/2021

    A CBDC would help ensure central bank money remains relevant in a digital future, while also providing an additional monetary policy tool, the RBNZ said.

    Cybersecurity

    BNM Launches New Cyber Threat Intelligence Platform

    By Manesh Samtani | 03/10/2021

    FinTIP leverages machine algorithms and human experts to correlate, normalise, enrich, and sanitise contributed data to produce “real-time actionable intelligence”.

    Data Privacy

    BOT Issues New Data Governance Guidelines for Banks

    By Pongnut Thanaboonchai | 03/10/2021

    The guidelines set out a data governance approach that encompasses five aspects, allowing for flexibility to cater to the specific nature of a bank’s operations.

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