AI, Technology & Data

    Tokenisation

    OECD Paper Identifies Regulatory Issues in Asset Tokenisation

    By Editors | 27/01/2021

    As markets for tokenised assets develop and grow in size, so too will the need to safeguard investors, consumers and financial stability.

    Trading & Investment

    JPX to Launch Learning Environment for Data-Driven Trading

    By Editors | 26/01/2021

    The new project, known as J-Quants, will seek to help individuals learn about data-driven portfolio analysis and investment methods.

    Market Data & Technology

    Tokyo Bourse to Improve Access to Market Data via API Services

    By Editors | 25/01/2021

    The TSE expects the new API services to enable financial institutions to digitise their business processes and fintechs to create new investment-related information services.

    Cybersecurity

    ASIC Data System Illegally Accessed by Malicious Attacker

    By Editors | 25/01/2021

    The affected server was being used to share documents associated with recent credit licence applications, though no forms or attachments are believed to have been accessed.

    Cybersecurity

    Seven Takeaways from MAS’ Technology Risk Management Guidelines

    By Grace Chong | 25/01/2021

    The amended guidelines represent a firm step towards further strengthening the defences of Singapore’s financial ecosystem, placing the industry in good stead for the post-Covid economic recovery.

    Cloud & Infrastructure

    BIS Innovation Hub Sets Out 2021 Work Programme

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/01/2021

    Six thematic priorities have been set out: suptech and regtech; next-generation FMIs; CBDCs; open finance; green finance; and cyber security.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    HKMA Publishes Cases Studies on AML/CFT Regtech Adoption

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/01/2021

    New report details case studies and insights from banks that have implemented technologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of their AML/CFT efforts.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    FSB Publishes Work Programme for Year Ahead

    By Editors | 20/01/2021

    The work programme includes initiatives to strengthen NBFI resilience, enhance cross border payments, and address climate change, among other priorities.

    Structural Regulation

    PBOC, CBIRC Restrict Online Sale of Deposit Products by Banks

    By Editors | 19/01/2021

    The PBOC and CBIRC have formally barred banks from selling personal fixed deposit products online via third party platforms, citing regulatory violations.

    Cybersecurity

    MAS Raises Expectations on Technology Risk Management

    By Editors | 19/01/2021

    The revised guidelines set out higher expectations for FIs in technology risk management, including for assessments of third-party suppliers.

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