AI, Technology & Data

Structural Regulation

Vietnam Set to Launch International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/12/2025

Authorities say that new decrees and strong interest from more than 50 institutional investors are paving the way for the launch of the IFC this month.

PEPs & Sanctions

UK Sanctions Two China-Based Firms Over Global Cyberattacks

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/12/2025

The UK sanctioned two China-based tech firms for global cyberattacks, underscoring rising state-linked cyber threats and escalating hybrid warfare concerns.

AI Risk & Governance

Cambridge Launches Global Platform to Facilitate Policy Development

By | 12/12/2025

The C:>DIR platform aims to bridge the gap between fast-moving tech and linear policymaking, with a focus on emerging economies.

Operational Risk

BCBS Publishes New Standard on Third-Party Risk Management

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/12/2025

The new global standard addresses growing dependency on third-party providers and sets a common baseline for banks and supervisors.

Custody & Infrastructure

Korea's Upbit Raises Cold Storage Ratio to 99pc After Hack

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/12/2025

The country's largest crypto exchange is moving nearly all customer assets offline in response to a major security breach and tightening regulatory scrutiny.

KYC & CDD

SEBI Eases Geo-Tagging Rules for NRIs Undertaking Re-KYC

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/12/2025

SEBI has relaxed geo-tagging and physical location requirements for NRIs completing re-KYC digitally, easing access while retaining safeguards such as GPS verification and anti-spoofing checks.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Geopolitical, Cyber Risks Remain Top Threats for 2026: DTCC Survey

By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

The annual survey shows top concerns unchanged, while highlighting regional differences and emerging AI risks for the global financial system.

Data Privacy

Philippine Regulators Partner on Retirement Savings Data Security

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/12/2025

The BSP and SEC will collaborate on data security and sharing for the country's personal retirement account system.

Cryptocurrency

Korea to Impose Bank-Level Liability on Crypto Exchanges After Hack

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/12/2025

Regulators are pushing for no-fault compensation and tougher penalties for crypto platforms following a multi-million dollar cybertheft at Upbit.