Operational Risk

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

    Liquidity Risk

    Korea FSS Conducting Daily Checks on Bank FX Liquidity

    By Editors | 09/09/2022

    While foreign currency liquidity levels at local banks have remained high, the FSS wants to be able to detect signs of a future liquidity shortage early.

    Cloud & Infrastructure

    HKMA Issues Guidance on Managing Cloud Computing Risks

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/09/2022

    Banks’ agreements with CSPs should ensure the HKMA can access information stored in the cloud and relevant risk management controls for on-site examinations.

    Operational Risk

    ORX, McKinsey Launch Operational Risk Control Library

    By Editors | 01/09/2022

    The ORX Reference Control Library contains 761 typical operational risk controls based on data collected from nearly 50 banks and insurers.

    Liquidity Risk

    APRA Frees Westpac from Add-on Liquidity Requirement

    By Editors | 01/09/2022

    The liquidity add-on was imposed in 2020 in response to breaches which APRA said demonstrated weaknesses in the bank’s risk management and oversight.

    Cloud & Infrastructure

    HKMA to Launch API Link from CCRA to CDI in Q4

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/09/2022

    Banks are encouraged to access credit data in the CCRA database via the CDI, to help them automate credit approvals and enhance efficiency.

    Credit Risk

    SEBI Enhances Disclosure Rules for Credit Rating Agencies

    By Editors | 31/08/2022

    The changes will enhance the transparency and usability of disclosures made by CRAs, SEBI said.

    Operational Risk

    BIS Examines Adequacy of Operational Resilience Requirements

    By Editors | 31/08/2022

    Bigtech groups that are interconnected within the financial industry should be subject to group-wide requirements on operational resilience.

    Resolution & Recovery

    China: Two Liaoning Bank Enter into Bankruptcy Proceedings

    By Editors | 30/08/2022

    Liaoning authorities say that the two banks violated laws and regulations, disrupted local financial order, and brought about “serious risks”.

    Market Data & Technology

    APRA Relaxes Phase 2 Timelines of Superannuation Data Project

    By Editors | 29/08/2022

    The overall consultation timeline for Phase 2 of the Superannuation Data Transformation project is being extended from 9 months to 14 months.

    Operational Risk

    Better Governance Needed to Promote Bank Soundness: RBI

    By Editors | 28/08/2022

    A new study suggests public sector banks may need greater autonomy to improve their governance structures.

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