International

    Fintech / Regtech

    India in Talks to Link UPI With Alipay+ for Cross-Border Payments

    By Nithya Subramanian | 04/02/2026

    The proposed linkage would expand UPI’s global reach but faces security and regulatory reviews due to Alipay+’s Chinese origins.

    Market Infrastructure

    US Pressures China on 'Undervalued' Yuan, Adds Thailand to FX Watchlist

    By Manesh Samtani | 03/02/2026

    Semiannual report stops short of 'manipulator' label but toughens language on China and expands criteria for currency practice scrutiny.

    Enforcement

    India Dismantles Cybercrime Rings Laundering Millions via Crypto, Real Estate

    By Editors | 03/02/2026

    Indian agencies, with FBI and Interpol support, have raided networks using call centres and crypto to defraud international victims.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ISDA Spotlights Constraints on Using Derivatives in Pension Funds

    By Manesh Samtani | 03/02/2026

    New paper details restrictive rules in China and India, while noting widespread use of swaps and forwards in Australia and South Korea.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Some NBFIs Need Bank-like Rules to Curb Systemic Risk: FSB Chief

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

    John Schindler outlines need for tailored, risk-based approach, citing recent crises and pushing back on industry misconceptions about regulation.

    Fintech / Regtech

    US, China Lead New Benchmark on Artificial Intelligence in Finance

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/02/2026

    A new global index finds leaders excel in deployment readiness and market connectivity, with Hong Kong ranked as a top hub.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    StanChart Warns Stablecoins Could Siphon $500b from Lenders

    By Mark Johnston | 02/02/2026

    Report predicts massive deposit flight by 2028 as pending US legislation paves the way for yield-bearing digital assets to compete with traditional banking models.

    ESG / Sustainability

    IESBA Eyes Global Culture Framework, Citing APAC's 'Leading Role'

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/01/2026

    The global ethics standard-setter is developing a new framework for accounting firm culture, seeing Asia as a critical region for feedback.

    Market Infrastructure

    BIS Project Maps Path to Quantum-Ready, Scalable Payment Systems

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/01/2026

    A new proof-of-concept explores a modular architecture to handle high volumes and future-proof financial market infrastructures against quantum threats.

    AML / KYC

    Illicit Crypto Flows Reached Record $158b in 2025 - Report

    By Manesh Samtani | 29/01/2026

    Chinese-language escrow services processed over $100 bn, becoming a core settlement layer for cross-border illicit finance.

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