International

Sanctions

Under Siege: Unmasking TBML Threats in Asia’s Complex Trade Systems

By Bradley Maclean | 09/10/2025

New whitepaper by Regulation Asia and LexisNexis Risk Solutions provides an analysis of the evolving TBML landscape and a roadmap to help FIs strengthen their defences.

IMF Calls for EM Policy Reform to Bolster FX and Debt Market Resilience

By Mark Johnston | 09/10/2025

Emerging economies must strengthen surveillance, close data gaps and boost operational resilience to withstand future shocks, the IMF has warned.

Market Infrastructure

Cyber Threats and Regulatory Fragmentation Challenge FIs, Sibos Hears

By Manesh Samtani | 09/10/2025

Sibos panellists discussed the dual challenge of evolving AI-driven threats and a complex global regulatory landscape, calling for greater collaboration and a focus on fundamentals.

Sanctions

MAS Clarifies Sanctions Scope After Russia-Linked Stablecoin Appears at Conference

By Manesh Samtani | 08/10/2025

The issuer of A7A5, owned by a sanctioned Moldovan fugitive banker and Russia’s state-owned Promsvyazbank, was featured as a sponsor at Token2049.

AML / KYC

GASA Urges Policy Action to Address 'Global Threat' of Scams

By Manesh Samtani | 08/10/2025

A new report finds over half of adults globally were targeted by scams last year, urging greater collaboration and provider accountability.

Market Infrastructure

FS-ISAC, Akamai Issue API Security Framework as DDoS Attacks Surge

By Manesh Samtani | 07/10/2025

The new guidance comes as attacks on financial sector APIs jump 58%, with Asia Pacific becoming a key target for volumetric attacks.

Securities / Derivatives

ICMA, AFME Release Standard Bond Deal NDA Template for Emerging Markets

By Mark Johnston | 07/10/2025

ICMA and AFME published a template confidentiality agreement to help streamline bond offerings for emerging market and infrequent issuers.

Market Infrastructure

Fast Payment Pricing a Balancing Act for APAC Regulators: BIS Paper

By Manesh Samtani | 07/10/2025

A new BIS paper highlights the trade-offs between driving adoption and ensuring long-term viability, with varied pricing approaches seen across Asia.

Trending

Sibos: Europe's T+1 Shift to Poses Significant Challenges for APAC

By Manesh Samtani | 07/10/2025

Industry leaders at Sibos 2025 warned that the complex shift requires immediate, industry-wide preparation, especially from the buy-side.