Regional

Enforcement

Mekong Nations Target Cyber Fraud with New SIM Rules, Mule Account Database

By Manesh Samtani | 18/11/2025

The agreement includes identity-verified SIM registration and a shared database of mule accounts to combat rampant cross-border financial crime.

Fintech / Regtech

Prescriptive Crypto Custody Rules May Create 'False Sense of Security'

By Manesh Samtani | 17/11/2025

Dea Markova, Director of Policy at Fireblocks, advocates for a technology-neutral 'defence in depth' approach over rigid hot and cold storage mandates.

Securities / Derivatives

Asia Funds Grow Cautious on ESG Policy, Citing Regulatory Burden

By Manesh Samtani | 17/11/2025

A new report shows Asia-based fund managers are tightening ESG deal screening but are reluctant to change policies unless compelled by regulators.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Cybercrime Surges as AI-Powered Threats and Real-Time Scams Challenge Banks

By Nathan Lynch | 14/11/2025

AI-driven cyberattacks, real-time payment scams and “dynamic friction” were hot topics at this year’s Singapore Fintech Festival.

Crypto / Digital Assets

US Authorities Strike at Southeast Asia’s Crypto Scam Networks

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2025

The DOJ and OFAC coordinate on new Scam Centre Strike Force and sanctions against transnational fraud rings

ESG / Sustainability

MAS Unveils TRACTION Report to Drive Asia’s Energy Transition

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/11/2025

Final TRACTION report outlines how high-integrity energy transition credits can accelerate Asia’s move away from coal while ensuring energy reliability and social inclusion.

ESG / Sustainability

ASEAN Regulators Set Out Carbon Market Guidance to Bolster Financial Integrity

By Mark Johnston | 12/11/2025

ASEAN Capital Markets Forum issues new voluntary carbon market guidance, outlining regulatory frameworks and obligations for financial institutions.

ESG / Sustainability

ASEAN Launches Framework to Boost Climate Adaptation Finance

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/11/2025

The ASEAN Capital Markets Forum has released a white paper outlining principles for a new guide to mobilise funding for climate adaptation and resilience projects across Southeast Asia.

ESG / Sustainability

ASEAN Capital Markets Forum Releases Simplified ESG Guide for SMEs

By Mark Johnston | 10/11/2025

New regional guide aims to simplify sustainability reporting for SMEs in supply chains and align disclosures with global standards.