Operational Risk

    News on frameworks, regulations, and major events related to risks arising from internal processes, systems failures, human errors, or external disruptions.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Bangladesh Tightens Rules for Agent Banking Operations

    By Editors | 01/05/2022

    Banks will be required to more closely monitor their agent banking outlets, conduct regular visits of such operations, and submit quarterly reports on any irregularities detected.

    Credit Risk

    Bangladesh Banks Warned Against Overly Generous Interest Waivers

    By Editors | 29/04/2022

    The central bank says some banks are waiving interest on loans too generously, a practice which could lead clients to lose interest in timely repayment.

    Credit Risk

    Japan FSA Issues Guidance on Preventing Archegos-style Incidents

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2022

    Firms with securities businesses are expected to draw lessons from the shortcomings observed in the Archegos incident in order to foster a sound risk culture.

    Cryptocurrency

    APRA Outlines Expectations on Managing Crypto-Asset Risks

    By Ranamita Chakraborty | 22/04/2022

    Regulated entities looking to launch crypto-asset-related operations should consult their supervisor first. A longer-term prudential framework is being developed.

    Supervision & Enforcement

    PBOC Amends Bank Inspection Rules and Penalty Procedures

    By Editors | 22/04/2022

    The PBOC will make “full use” of the Internet, big data and other technical means in off-site inspections and strengthen the collection and sharing of regulatory information.

    Structural Regulation

    China Legislature Passes Futures and Derivatives Law

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2022

    The final version of the law further improves derivatives trading supervision and specifies rules for foreign institutions operating in China.

    Credit Risk

    Bangladesh Bank Issues Provisioning Policy for ‘Other Assets’

    By Editors | 19/04/2022

    Banks will have to hold ‘bad debt’ level provisions against funds allocated for certain business expenditures if they sit on the balance sheet as ‘other assets’ for over a year.

    Credit Risk

    CBIRC Directs FIs to Provide Support to Covid-hit Logistics Sector

    By Darien Choong | 18/04/2022

    Banks are directed to increase financial support for transportation enterprises, including by offering them new lending, deferring loan repayment, and lowering loan interest and fees.

    Cryptocurrency

    Australia: Regulatory Hurdles Delay Rollout of CBA Crypto Services

    By Mark Johnston | 15/04/2022

    ASIC is using its design and distribution powers to ensure CBA customers are provided the right level of disclosures around crypto product risks.

    Operational Risk

    Taiwan FSC Fines Cathay United Bank Over ATM Disruptions

    By Darien Choong | 14/04/2022

    The bank was fined, temporarily barred from setting up new ATMs, and required to increase its operational risk capital by 30 June.

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