International

Fintech / Regtech

Global Banks Tap AI for Trader Surveillance, Nomura Explores Joint Model

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/03/2026

The move signals a shift from rules-based algorithms to autonomous systems for flagging potential misconduct.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Cambodia Launches New National Risk Assessment Report

By Manesh Samtani | 03/03/2026

The country's second AML assessment flags crypto as 'Medium High' risk and details plans for a formal licensing regime.

AML / KYC

FATF Urges Shift in Focus from Procedural Compliance to Tangible Outcomes

By Manesh Samtani | 03/03/2026

FATF urges a pivot from rules-based compliance to focusing resources on the highest financial crime risks.

Enforcement

Jane Street Sued Over Terra Collapse, Faces Wider Regulatory Scrutiny

By Manesh Samtani | 03/03/2026

Terraform Labs' estate alleges insider trading in a new lawsuit, as the trading giant also contests market manipulation claims in India.

ESG / Sustainability

SEBI Issues Norms for Independent Reviewers of Green Debt Securities

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2026

SEBI has updated requirements for appointing third-party reviewers and certifiers of green bonds and loans to enhance accountability, expertise and investor confidence.

AML / KYC

Tonga Boosts AML Powers to Combat Crime, Secure Banking Ties

By Manesh Samtani | 03/03/2026

New legislation enhances supervision and asset recovery to combat organised crime and secure crucial international correspondent banking relationships, officials say.

Capital / Liquidity

Bangladesh Bank Overhauls Liquidity Framework with New Guidelines

By Editors | 02/03/2026

New guidelines effective May will limit repo to seven days and introduce stricter terms, aiming to boost interbank lending and curb inflation.

Enforcement

US Seizes $580m in Crypto from Southeast Asian Scam Networks

By Mark Johnston | 02/03/2026

A US task force has seized millions in cryptocurrency from transnational crime syndicates orchestrating investment frauds across Southeast Asia.

Market Infrastructure

CPMI Issues Updated ISO 20022 Data Rules for Cross-border Payments

By Manesh Samtani | 02/03/2026

CPMI sets end-2027 deadline for industry to align with harmonised data requirements aimed at improving payment speed and transparency.