Prudential Risk

Stablecoins

Moody's Unveils First Rating Cross-sector Methodology for Stablecoins

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

New framework will assign deposit ratings based on the quality of reserve assets, market risk, liquidity, and operational resilience.

Liquidity Risk

Korea FSS Urges Broker-Dealers to Tighten Risk Controls

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

The FSS has ordered large securities firms to address risks in real estate PF, overseas assets, and funding amid market volatility.

Capital Adequacy

ASIC Proposes Tougher Capital Rules for Fund Managers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

ASIC has launched a consultation to increase net tangible asset requirements for responsible entities, citing recent scheme collapses and market changes.

Resolution & Recovery

Japan Updates SME Revitalisation Rules, Emphasises Proactive Role for FIs

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

The update encourages early action on business succession and M&A, and calls on financial institutions to be more proactive in supporting distressed firms.

Alternative Markets

Asian Regulators Scrutinise Private Credit as Investor Redemption Fears Grow

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

The HKMA is assessing bank exposures as wealth managers rush to calm client nerves over the USD 1.8 trillion asset class.

Supervision & Enforcement

China Introduces Rating System for Wealth Management Firms

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2026

The new system will link ratings to market access and regulatory intensity, aiming to curb a focus on scale over quality.

Operational Risk

RBI Mandates Disclosure of Deposit Insurance Premiums by Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

Banks must now report timely payment of DICGC premiums and disclose arrears under new RBI rules aligned with the risk-based premium framework.

Operational Risk

APRA Warns Small Mutual Banks on Viability Amid Rising Tech Costs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

APRA's Therese McCarthy Hockey highlighted a growing divide in the mutual banking sector, urging smaller players to adapt or risk failure.

Liquidity Risk

Cambodia Moves to Calm Fears Amid Banking Service Disruption

By Editors | 18/03/2026

Regulators and industry bodies have affirmed the sector’s resilience following a service disruption at a local bank that sparked online rumours.