International

    Fintech / Regtech

    G7 Maps Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography for Financial Sector

    By Nithya Subramanian | 16/01/2026

    The Cyber Expert Group outlined a non-binding, risk-based roadmap to help financial institutions prepare for quantum-era cybersecurity threats while maintaining system resilience.

    Securities / Derivatives

    IOSCO Chief Outlines 2026 Agenda, Flags Gaps in Private Finance Data

    By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2026

    IOSCO to focus on market resilience, fintech risks and targeted reporting increases for hedge funds and private finance.

    ESG / Sustainability

    World Bank, BNM Urge Reforms to Unlock Islamic Climate Finance

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/01/2026

    A new report finds a massive climate funding gap in OIC nations, calling for targeted reforms to mainstream Islamic finance instruments.

    Capital / Liquidity

    BIS Paper Questions Net Benefit of Liquidity Coverage Ratio

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/01/2026

    A decade since its implementation, a BIS paper finds the LCR rule has unintended side effects and its overall effectiveness remains unclear.

    ESG / Sustainability

    IESBA Kicks Off Global Dialogue on Firm Culture with Asia Outreach

    By Mark Johnston | 13/01/2026

    The ethics board has launched its "Viewpoints" to stimulate a six-month global consultation on a future framework for accounting firms.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Moody's Proposes Global Methodology for Rating Stablecoins

    By Manesh Samtani | 09/01/2026

    The proposed methodology would assign deposit ratings based on reserve asset quality, market risk, and operational resilience.

    Securities / Derivatives

    BIS Flags Stability Risks as AI Boom Shifts Financing to Debt, Private Credit

    By Manesh Samtani | 08/01/2026

    New report notes the boom is supporting Asian growth but warns of risks from rising leverage and a disconnect between equity and debt valuations.

    Trending

    Global Banks Still Face Hurdles with BCBS 239 Risk Data Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 07/01/2026

    New BCBS newsletter highlights persistent challenges in governance, data lineage, and cross-border implementation for systemically important banks.

    Market Infrastructure

    US Wins Exemption From Global Minimum Tax Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 06/01/2026

    The OECD has finalised a deal exempting US multinationals from its 15% tax floor, impacting tax frameworks of participating APAC jurisdictions.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    RBI Flags Fintech Risks and Pushes CBDCs in Financial Stability Report

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/01/2026

    The RBI warns of rising unsecured fintech lending, NBFC stress, and global vulnerabilities in its biannual report.

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