AI, Technology & Data

Cybersecurity

Singapore Responds to Cyberattack on Critical Infrastructure

By Editors | 21/07/2025

A state-sponsored espionage group, UNC3886, is suspected to be behind an ongoing attack on high-value strategic targets.

Data Privacy

Japan's FSA Orders Nippon Life to Report on Information Leak

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/07/2025

The FSA ordered Nippon Life to explain how one of its employees accessed and shared confidential documents obtained from MUFG Bank.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Australia Grants Clearing and Settlement Facility Licence to Clearstream

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/07/2025

ASIC granted the licence and the RBA has set out expectations for Clearstream to improve settlement arrangements and stakeholder engagement in the Australian market.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Fiji Launches Fintech Hub with EU, Australia, NZ Support

By Editors | 18/07/2025

The Reserve Bank of Fiji is leading the initiative, which aims to accelerate fintech development and directly support the nation's financial inclusion strategy.

AI Risk & Governance

BSP to Enhance Regulatory Framework for Digital-Centric Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/07/2025

The Philippine central bank is drafting rules to assess digital adoption in traditional banks. AI risk guidelines are also in development.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ISDA Launches Digital Hub to Modernise Derivatives Notices

By Editors | 17/07/2025

New online platform and protocol aim to cut risks and losses by replacing physical delivery of critical legal notices with a secure system.

AI Risk & Governance

MAS Rolling Out Four Pronged Responsible AI Adoption Strategy

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/07/2025

Chia Der Jiun unveiled a four-pronged strategy to promote responsible AI adoption in financial services, and said MAS has completed its Quantum Key Distribution sandbox trial

Structural Regulation

China Imposes Export Controls on Key Lithium Battery Technologies

By Editors | 17/07/2025

China added advanced cathode material and lithium extraction technologies to its restricted export list to safeguard its lead in the sector.

AI Risk & Governance

HKMA to Expand Use of Granular Risk Data from Banks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/07/2025

Carmen Chu announced the results of HKMA's "Fintech Maturity Stock-take" exercise and plans to consult the industry on the development of a new data strategy.