International

    Cloud & Infrastructure

    Industry Majors Release Draft Framework for Public Blockchain Risk

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

    A coalition including DTCC, Euroclear and major banks has launched a framework to help regulated firms manage non-financial risks on public blockchains.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Wolfsberg Group Publishes Statement on Risk Based Approach

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

    The Wolfsberg Group outlined three core principles for financial crime compliance and committed to updating its foundational risk-based approach guidance.

    Climate Risk

    NGFS Urges Integration of Climate Scenario Analysis into Transition Plans

    By Manesh Samtani | 23/07/2025

    New NGFS reports highlight synergies between climate scenario analysis and transition planning, offering guidance for financial institutions and supervisors.

    Liquidity Risk

    BOJ Watches JGB Liquidity for Stresses on Risk Management

    By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 23/07/2025

    Japanese regional banks could be especially affected by any deterioration in liquidity, writes Blake Evans-Pritchard.

    Cryptocurrency

    Malaysia SC Defends Regulatory Framework for Digital Assets

    By Editors | 22/07/2025

    The SC has clarified its collaborative approach with BNM, highlighting existing rules and robust enforcement against illicit activities.

    Sustainable Finance

    Thailand Proposes Expanding ESG Fund Universe to Include REITs, Infra Funds

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/07/2025

    The SEC has launched a consultation to allow Thailand ESG Funds to invest in highly-rated real estate and infrastructure trusts.

    Cybersecurity

    Microsoft Battles Global Attacks Affecting SharePoint Vulnerability

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/07/2025

    The vulnerability has compromised government agencies and businesses worldwide and prompting urgent warnings from cybersecurity authorities.

    PEPs & Sanctions

    China Vows Retaliation Against EU Sanctions Against Banks

    By Editors | 22/07/2025

    China has condemned the EU’s decision to sanction two banks for the first time, threatening countermeasures and escalating tensions ahead of a key summit.

    Data Privacy

    Hong Kong Privacy Watchdog Probes Louis Vuitton Data Breach

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

    The investigation follows the luxury brand's disclosure of a multi-country cyberattack that compromised the personal data of customers across Asia.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    1MDB Fugitive Jho Low Allegedly in Shanghai Using Forged Australian Passport

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

    Investigative journalists claim the fugitive financier is living in a luxury mansion and working for entities linked to the Chinese government.

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