Singapore

    Enforcement

    Thailand's Deputy Finance Minister Linked to Dirty Money Network - Report

    By Editors | 29/09/2025

    Vorapak Tanyawong allegedly used Singapore VCCs to conceal the takeover of a Thai finance company that was used to launder scam proceeds from Cambodia.

    Singapore Banks, ABS to Develop Guidelines to Shield Seniors from Financial Abuse

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/09/2025

    Singapore banks are stepping up training for front-line staff to spot signs of elderly customers being financially abused by family members.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Singapore Tables Bill to Allow E-Mortgages, Remote Witnessing for Property Deals

    By Editors | 26/09/2025

    New legislation will create government-run digital platforms for conveyancing, allowing for legally binding electronic deeds and signatures for property transactions.

    AML / KYC

    Singapore Cuts Family Office Application Time from 12 to Three Months

    By Editors | 26/09/2025

    The move is part of a broader strategy to improve client onboarding and strengthen Singapore's position as a leading international wealth management centre.

    Trending

    Singapore to Formalise Stablecoin Rules, Cautious on US Recognition

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/09/2025

    MAS plans a public consultation on its own framework while monitoring US and European developments before seeking regulatory comparability.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Coinbase Set to List First Singapore Dollar Stablecoin

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/09/2025

    The partnership with StraitX aims to give global users access to a MAS-recognised digital token while also enhancing cross-border payments and on-chain foreign exchange.

    Fintech / Regtech

    FS-ISAC Calls for Global Timeline on Quantum Crypto Migration

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/09/2025

    New white paper warns that delays in transitioning to quantum-safe standards create systemic risk and calls for a coordinated, phased approach for financial firms and regulators.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Scams Now Leading Cause of Financial Disputes in Singapore: FIDReC

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/09/2025

    With digital banking now commonplace, scams have emerged as the leading cause of disputes between consumers and financial institutions.

    Trending

    MAS Issues Guidelines for Digital Advertising in Financial Sector

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/09/2025

    The new guidelines, effective 25 March 2026, aim to raise conduct standards in digital financial advertising and curb misleading or deceptive marketing on social media.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Singapore: Tokenize Xchange Collapse Leaves Investors with S$266m in Claims

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/09/2025

    More than 2,200 users have lodged claims following the crypto platform’s shutdown, after MAS rejected its PSA licence application, says DPM Gan.

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