International

    AI Risk & Governance

    Cambridge Launches Global Platform to Facilitate Policy Development

    By | 12/12/2025

    The C:>DIR platform aims to bridge the gap between fast-moving tech and linear policymaking, with a focus on emerging economies.

    Nature & Biodiversity

    Financial Regulators Failing on Nature Risk Despite Climate Progress, WWF Says

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

    A global assessment finds major gaps in addressing risks from deforestation and water stress, urging APAC regulators to act.

    Operational Risk

    BCBS Publishes New Standard on Third-Party Risk Management

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/12/2025

    The new global standard addresses growing dependency on third-party providers and sets a common baseline for banks and supervisors.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Experts Urge Overhaul of Risk-Based Approach, AML Enforcement

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

    At the Basel AML Index launch, speakers from the Wolfsberg Group and ECB called for better enforcement and a more proportionate risk-based approach.

    Anti-Bribery & Corruption

    Sri Lanka: Court Dismisses Corruption Case Against Ex-CBSL Chief

    By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

    Former CBSL Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal has been conditionally discharged in a corruption case, conditional upon the repayment of over LKR 1.84 billion.

    Tokenisation

    BIS Unveils Report on Tokenised FX Pilot for Cross-Border Payments

    By Nithya Subramanian | 11/12/2025

    The PoC demonstrated that tokenised FX and settlement can be integrated with existing retail payment systems, paving the way for faster and more resilient cross-border transactions.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Geopolitical, Cyber Risks Remain Top Threats for 2026: DTCC Survey

    By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

    The annual survey shows top concerns unchanged, while highlighting regional differences and emerging AI risks for the global financial system.

    Resolution & Recovery

    ASEAN+3 Watchdog Urges Closer IMF Links Amid Rising Global Risks

    By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

    A commentary from AMRO highlights underused crisis funds and calls for structured cooperation to counter new economic threats.

    Sustainable Finance

    WFE Paper: Governance Quality Key to Carbon Credit Pricing

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/12/2025

    A new WFE paper finds rule of law, not project quality alone, explains lower prices for developing economy credits.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    FinCEN Fines Paxful $3.5m for "Egregious" and "Wilful" AML Failures

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/12/2025

    The peer-to-peer crypto platform had "egregious" AML failures, enabling transactions linked to North Korea, ransomware, and terrorist financing.

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