International

    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.

    Fintech / Regtech

    G20 Payment Goals to Be Missed as Data Quality and Last-Mile Frictions Persist

    By Manesh Samtani | 06/10/2025

    Regulators and industry leaders at Sibos 2025 flagged persistent last-mile frictions, data quality issues, and regulatory divergence as key roadblocks.

    ESG / Sustainability

    UN-Backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance to Cease Operations

    By Editors | 06/10/2025

    The NZBA will cease operations after political pressure prompted the withdrawal of most major global banks, shifting its model to a voluntary framework.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Basel Committee Cites 'Significant Progress' on Final Bank Capital Rules

    By Editors | 06/10/2025

    Most member jurisdictions now have key post-crisis credit and operational risk standards in effect, the BCBS reports.

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