Prudential Risk

Operational Risk

Australia Proposes Higher Supervisory Levies for 2026-27

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/05/2026

The Australian government is seeking industry feedback on a proposed 5.2 percent hike in supervisory levies to AUD 297.3 million, driven by increased costs at APRA and the ATO.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

FSI Chair Urges Stronger Supervision to Fix Bank Governance

By Manesh Samtani | 27/05/2026

A new focus on structured supervisory judgment, rather than just adding regulations, is needed to address cultural and governance-related root causes of bank failures.

Payments & Settlements

Indonesia Expands Payment Links as Non-Dollar Trade Surges

By Editors | 26/05/2026

BI plans to connect its QRIS payment system to India, Hong Kong and Timor Leste, as local currency trade settlement volumes soar.

Capital Adequacy

Bangladesh Bank Appoints New Directors to Troubled ICB Islamic Bank

By Editors | 26/05/2026

The central bank has reconstituted the board of the financially distressed lender, appointing three independent directors to strengthen governance and oversight.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Banks Urge Asset Seizures, Tax Cuts to Tackle Crisis

By Editors | 26/05/2026

The country's banking association has called for decisive action against major defaulters and proposed significant fiscal relief to address falling capital adequacy and restore confidence.

Operational Risk

BIS Chief Urges Supervisors to Act Early on Qualitative Weaknesses

By Manesh Samtani | 26/05/2026

Supervisors must embrace structured judgment and qualitative tools to address bank weaknesses before they escalate into systemic risks, says the BIS chief.

Anti-Money Laundering

New US Order Targets Immigration Status in Banking, AML Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 26/05/2026

Executive order directs US regulators to strengthen AML and credit risk rules, requiring FIs to consider customers' immigration status.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Philippine SEC Revokes Broker’s Licence Over Widespread Fraud

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/05/2026

The SEC has revoked the licence of Mount Peak Securities and imposed a PHP 17.25 million fine for violations including a dummy account and fraudulent reporting.

Emerging Prudential Risks

BOJ Flags Stability Risks From Insurers' Shift to Alternatives, Reinsurance

By Manesh Samtani | 26/05/2026

BOJ review highlights growing financial stability risks from life insurers' increasing use of asset-intensive reinsurance and exposure to private funds.