International

Stablecoins

Stablecoin Risks Extend Beyond Reserves to Retail Convertibility: AMRO

By Manesh Samtani | 04/06/2026

New paper warns that the ability of retail users to convert stablecoins to fiat is a critical, overlooked risk.

Climate Risk

Global Equities to Miss 2050 Net Zero Target by 40 Years: Schroders

By Manesh Samtani | 04/06/2026

New proprietary model from Schroders projects global equity markets will reach net zero emissions closer to 2090, highlighting a gap between corporate promises and delivery.

Operational Risk

BCBS Issues New Report Offering Guidance on ICT Risk Management

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/06/2026

New report finds change control, systems design, and third-party dependencies are key sources of non-malicious ICT incidents at banks.

Reporting & Disclosures

WFE Calls for Urgent Action on Fragmented Sustainability Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2026

The WFE urges regulators to align standards and adopt deference mechanisms to reduce cross-border compliance costs and complexity.

Stablecoins

'Usable' Buffers are Key to Stablecoin Regulation, Says BIS Paper

By Manesh Samtani | 03/06/2026

New research suggests strict minimum liquidity and capital requirements for stablecoin issuers can backfire, recommending instead ‘usable’ buffers that can be breached in stress.

Payments & Settlements

Swift Warns of Payment Rejections as Next ISO 20022 Deadline Looms

By Manesh Samtani | 03/06/2026

Swift says there is no contingency for non-compliance with the November 2026 cut-off for unstructured payment addresses.

Payments & Settlements

Cambodia and Rwanda Announce Cross-Border Payment Cooperation

By Editors | 02/06/2026

The central banks of Cambodia and Rwanda have announced a payment linkage initiative to modernise systems and boost financial connectivity.

Cryptocurrency

CME Adopts 24/7 Crypto Trading, Setting Global Precedent

By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2026

The move by the world's largest derivatives exchange to embrace always-on trading for regulated crypto products signals a major structural shift for institutional finance.

PEPs & Sanctions

US, Allies Name Vessels in Call for UN Action on DPRK Sanctions

By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2026

The US and its allies have identified 12 vessels allegedly involved in illicit North Korean coal and iron ore exports, urging the United Nations to take action.