AI, Technology & Data

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    UK Proposes to Ban Ransomware Payments by Public Sector Bodies

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025

    The proposed ban in the UK comes nearly two months after mandatory reporting of ransomware payments came into effect in Australia.

    Data Privacy

    Hong Kong PCPD Probes Cathay Pacific Data Breach

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/07/2025

    The compliance check into a Cathay Pacific data breach follows a recent investigation into a Qantas data breach, signalling heightened regulatory scrutiny on data protection in the city.

    Cloud & Infrastructure

    India Unveils New Rules for GIFT City TechFin and Ancillary Services

    By Nithya Subramanian | 25/07/2025

    New regulations require registration, compliance officers, and 'fit and proper' standards for firms offering technology and support services to financial institutions.

    Payments & Settlements

    SEBI to Place MCX on Regulatory Review After Market Outage - Report

    By Mark Johnston | 25/07/2025

    SEBI is reported to be considering action against MCX following a technical glitch that caused a trading halt on Wednesday.

    Data Privacy

    China to Roll Out New SME Credit Assessment, Data Flow Models

    By Editors | 25/07/2025

    Multi-agency notice details a nationwide SME credit platform and new mechanisms for cross-border data transfer in key pilot zones.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Indian Regulators Unveil New Initiatives to Combat Digital Fraud

    By Mark Johnston | 25/07/2025

    Indian regulators have unveiled a multi-pronged strategy that includes a new system for managing customer consents and dedicated numbering for financial services calls.

    Operational Risk

    APRA Unveils Planned Reforms to Boost Banking Competition

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025

    APRA has announced a new tiered framework and other measures to ease the burden on smaller banks.

    AI Risk & Governance

    ASIC Puts Bank Boards on Notice Over AI Risks and Governance

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025

    ASIC has warned that existing financial services laws apply directly to AI, placing the onus on boards to manage risks of consumer harm.

    Cloud & Infrastructure

    Industry Majors Release Draft Framework for Public Blockchain Risk

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

    A coalition including DTCC, Euroclear and major banks has launched a framework to help regulated firms manage non-financial risks on public blockchains.

    Structural Regulation

    Indonesia’s OJK Issues Rules on Internal Controls for Securities Firms

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

    The rules outline stricter requirements for underwriters, brokers, and regional securities firms, focusing on due diligence and IT governance.

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