Prudential Risk

    Cybersecurity

    FSS Korea Calls on Securities Industry to Upgrade IT Controls

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/08/2025

    The FSS has directed securities firms to strengthen their IT controls, saying action will be taken against companies responsible for major incidents.

    Credit Risk

    India: State Lender Seeking Reform to Allow M&A Financing by Banks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/08/2025

    State Bank of India has made a formal request to the central bank to be able to finance M&A of listed companies

    Credit Risk

    FSC Korea, Banks Agree on Nationwide Credit Recovery Plan

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/08/2025

    A working group led by Korea Credit Information Services is preparing to launch the programme on 30 September, restricting the use of delinquency records for millions of borrowers.

    Data Privacy

    S. Korea Considers E-commerce Sales, User Reviews for SME Credit Scoring

    By Mark Johnston | 26/08/2025

    The FSC is planning to create a new model incorporating alternative data from platforms like Naver and Coupang to improve lending access for small firms.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    Cracking the European T+1 Code for APAC Firms

    By Val Wotton | 26/08/2025

    Europe's shift to T+1 settlement in 2027 presents unique challenges for APAC firms. Proactive automation, data harmonisation, and early preparation are crucial for successful adaptation.

    Capital Adequacy

    RBNZ Opens Consultation on Revised Capital Rules for Banks

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/08/2025

    The proposed revisions seek to balance financial stability with economic efficiency and competition.

    Operational Risk

    Third-Party Risk Takes Centre Stage in Australia

    By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 25/08/2025

    APRA’s new op risk framework compels financial institutions to pay closer attention to third-party concentration risk.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Major Taiwan Pension Fund Steers External Managers Away from HK Firms

    By Mark Johnston | 24/08/2025

    Taiwan's Bureau of Labor Funds has reportedly directed its third-party asset managers to avoid using Hong Kong firms for investment mandates.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    RBI Shifting to Principle- and Outcome-based Regulatory Framework

    By Mark Johnston | 23/08/2025

    The RBI is moving towards a flexible, outcome-focused framework to grant firms more operational freedom while still achieving its regulatory goals.

    Credit Risk

    China Proposes Overhaul of M&A Loan Rules to Support Minority Stakes

    By Editors | 23/08/2025

    Draft rules raise financing limits and tenors for control deals and set new, differentiated terms for equity-participation loans.

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