International

Clearing & Post-Trade

FIA Outlines Risks, Roadmap for 24/7 Derivatives Trading

By Manesh Samtani | 08/03/2026

FIA says clearing, payment, and operational systems must be modernised to support around-the-clock markets without introducing systemic risk.

Capital Adequacy

BIS Chief Defends Basel Committee's Role Against US Criticism

By Manesh Samtani | 06/03/2026

The head of the Bank for International Settlements has countered US criticism of its rulemaking process, warning against a 'race to the bottom' on regulation.

Custody & Infrastructure

Market Infrastructure Majors Call for Global Standards to Unlock Digital Assets

By Manesh Samtani | 05/03/2026

Report by DTCC, Euroclear, Clearstream and BCG warns fragmentation risks stalling digital asset adoption and urges regulatory harmonisation to ensure interoperability.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Korea Readies KRW 100tn Backstop as Mideast Crisis Hits Markets

By Manesh Samtani | 05/03/2026

Regulators activate 24-hour monitoring and prepare liquidity for firms amid market volatility, vowing to curb unfair trading practices.

Anti-Money Laundering

AUSTRAC Chief Details New AML Rules for Legal Profession

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2026

Brendan Thomas outlines mandatory enrolment, CDD, and reporting obligations as AUSTRAC moves to close a 'significant hole' in the country's AML defences.

Anti-Money Laundering

BIS Paper Urges Consistent AML Rules for Cash, Crypto and CBDCs

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2026

New BIS paper warns that inconsistent AML rules create arbitrage, pushing illicit funds to the least regulated payment methods.

Trading & Investment

ISDA Sets Nov 2027 Implementation Date for New FX Derivatives Definitions

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2026

New digital definitions for FX derivatives will replace the 1998 standard, forcing a mandatory, market-wide technology and documentation overhaul by November 2027.

Anti-Money Laundering

FATF Issues Targeted Report on Stablecoin and Unhosted Wallet Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2026

New report details rising misuse and recommends new controls for issuers, VASPs, and national regulators.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

IOSCO Targets AI Risks to Retail Investors With First TechSprint

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2026

IOSCO is seeking tech solutions to help educate and protect retail investors from AI-enabled fraud and scams.