INTERNATIONAL

AML / KYC

BIS Proposes 'Compliance Score' Framework for Crypto AML

By Manesh Samtani | 14/08/2025

The approach would leverage public blockchain data to assess illicit financing risks and place a 'duty of care' on crypto off-ramps.

Securities / Derivatives

Financial Giants Execute First Fully On-Chain US Treasury Repo Trade

By Manesh Samtani | 13/08/2025

The transaction used tokenised US Treasuries and USDC for atomic settlement, demonstrating the potential for 24/7 capital markets.

AML / KYC

FATF Establishes New Code of Conduct for Stakeholders

By Editors | 11/08/2025

The FATF has introduced a new code to ensure integrity, professionalism, and respect among all its stakeholders.

Securities / Derivatives

Data Shows US Move to T+1 Settlement is Paying Off

By Manesh Samtani | 07/08/2025

APAC jurisdictions considering adopting a T+1 settlement cycle have new data showing the benefits of transitioning.

AML / KYC

Proliferation Financing: Winding Back the ‘Doomsday Clock’ Across APAC

By Nathan Lynch | 07/08/2025

APAC businesses face a daunting task complying with the new FATF proliferation financing rules, but help is at hand, writes Nathan Lynch.

Crypto / Digital Assets

MAS-backed Group Urges Regulatory Convergence on Stablecoins

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/08/2025

A new GFTN report warns divergent national rules risk creating 'walled gardens' and calls for global standards and cooperation to unlock cross-border payment potential.

Capital / Liquidity

Regulators Favour Indirect Public Backstops for Bank Resolution: BIS Paper

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/08/2025

A new BIS paper shows a move towards temporary public loans to resolution funds, which are then recouped from the financial industry to protect taxpayers.

Securities / Derivatives

ISDA to Launch New Governance Committee to Govern DCs

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/08/2025

The new body will oversee rules for the committees that rule on credit events but will be strictly firewalled from the decision-making process itself.

ESG / Sustainability

UNEP FI Issues Guidance for Banks on Climate Adaptation and Resilience

By Manesh Samtani | 31/07/2025

New framework urges integration of adaptation into strategy, risk management, and client engagement.