AI, Technology & Data

Anti-Money Laundering

Thailand to Launch Data Bureau to Combat Illicit Finance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/11/2025

New multi-agency body will centralise financial data by December as government declares 'war on scammers'.

Structural Regulation

Japan Confirms Plan to Amend Foreign Investment Law, Close Loopholes

By Editors | 07/11/2025

The Finance Ministry is preparing a 2026 bill to amend FEFTA, targeting indirect acquisitions and streamlining the review process.

Cybersecurity

Hong Kong Flags 'Explosive Growth' in AI-driven Cyber Attacks

By Manesh Samtani | 07/11/2025

Officials report a sharp rise in security incidents, prompting the government to roll out new AI ethics and usage guidelines.

Cybersecurity

Indonesia to Apply Coretax Cybersecurity Lessons to Banking Sector

By Mark Johnston | 06/11/2025

The move follows significant disruptions and a reported data breach where taxpayer information was allegedly sold online.

Cloud & Infrastructure

JPX to Migrate Key Disclosure System to Cloud in Major Tech Overhaul

By Manesh Samtani | 06/11/2025

The move will migrate the TDnet corporate disclosure system to the cloud, enhancing resilience and leveraging GenAI for listed firms.

Capital Adequacy

MAS Pushes AI, Capital, Climate Finance for Insurers

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/11/2025

MAS outlined plans to expand insurance-linked securities, support sustainable infrastructure investment, and promote safe AI adoption.

Cybersecurity

SEBI Targets Algo, Cyber Risks; Urges Proactive Controls

By Mark Johnston | 06/11/2025

SEBI chief calls on firms to move beyond checklists to tackle new risks from technology and third-party vendors.

AI Risk & Governance

Global Banking Coalition to Tackle AI Bias in Defining Finance

By Manesh Samtani | 06/11/2025

The Global Alliance for Banking on Values is mobilising its 72-bank network to retrain LLMs, citing a systemic pro-profit bias.

Data Privacy

SFA Report Urges Policymakers to Harmonise ASEAN Data Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/11/2025

Survey finds three-quarters of fintechs and financial firms say fragmented data rules raise costs, limit innovation and hinder cross-border operations.