Payments & Settlements

Payments & Settlements

APAC Payments Body, Monash University Partner on Fintech Policy Research

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2026

The partnership will focus on translating academic research into policy for quantum cryptography, stablecoins, fraud, and cross-border payments.

Structural Regulation

Vietnam Seeks Global Finance Input for New International Hub

By Manesh Samtani | 26/03/2026

During a high-level US visit, Vietnamese officials received detailed policy recommendations from major financial firms for the Vietnam International Financial Centre

Clearing & Post-Trade

APAC's Path to T+1 Settlement is Paved With Significant Hurdles

By Manesh Samtani | 26/03/2026

Market participants are actively engaged with the T+1 transition in APAC, but significant challenges involving FX, settlement discipline, and automation remain.

Operational Risk

Australian Regulators Warn Funds on 'Payday Super' Readiness

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/03/2026

APRA and ATO are concerned that a material number of superannuation funds are not on track to meet the new three-day contribution processing rules.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Chinese President Pushes to Build Xiong'an as Tech and Financial Innovation Hub

By Mark Johnston | 26/03/2026

President Xi Jinping has called for policy pilots and the accelerated relocation of state firms and financial institutions to his flagship city project.

Cryptocurrency

FSB Annual Report Flags Slowdown in G20 Reforms, Uneven Crypto Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 25/03/2026

FSB says implementation gaps in crypto and stablecoin rules create arbitrage risks, while progress on broader post-crisis reforms has slowed.

Anti-Money Laundering

SEBI Proposes Framework for Gifting Mutual Fund Investments

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/03/2026

The regulator aims to boost financial inclusion with a proposal allowing investments via prepaid instruments, subject to strict AML checks.

Trading & Investment

SHFE Finalises Rules for International Access to Nickel Contracts

By Mark Johnston | 24/03/2026

The SHFE has issued detailed rules for international participation in its nickel contracts, leveraging the established 'Overseas Intermediary' model.

Structural Regulation

Australian Treasury Details Five-Pillar Agenda to Tackle Productivity Slump

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/03/2026

A new government submission details a multi-pronged strategy, including significant financial sector and digital reforms, to address Australia’s productivity weaknesses.