Bank Negara Malaysia

    Operational Risk

    BNM Consults on Rules for Calculating Operational Risk Capital

    By Editors | 06/12/2022

    The rules are expected to come into effect on 1 January 2025. BNM has asked whether the proposed implementation date is feasible.

    Climate Risk

    BNM Finalises New Requirements on Climate Risk Management

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2022

    Governance, strategy, risk appetite and risk management requirements take effect on 31 Dec 2023; and scenario analysis and disclosure requirements one year later.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    BNM Consults on Licensing Framework for Digital Insurers

    By Mark Johnston | 30/11/2022

    Digital insurers and takaful operators will initially be subject to a lower minimum paid-up capital requirement during a 3-5 year foundational period.

    Payments & Settlements

    Five ASEAN Central Banks Sign MoU on Payments Connectivity

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/11/2022

    The MoU is the first that brings together multiple ASEAN central banks under a single multilateral agreement to enhance cross-border payments.

    Sustainable Finance

    BNM Launches “Greening Value Chain” Programme for SMEs

    By Editors | 10/11/2022

    The programme will provide Malaysian SMEs with technical advice, training, on-site diagnosis and transition financing.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Malaysian Banks Launch National Scam Awareness Campaign

    By Editors | 02/11/2022

    BNM said banks are giving their “full commitment” and making progress in implementing stronger controls and safeguards against financial scams.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Malaysia’s Scam Response Centre Publishes Guidance

    By Editors | 20/10/2022

    The National Scam Response Centre’s establishment was announced in Malaysia’s 2023 Budget earlier this month.

    Cybersecurity

    BNM Calls for Heightened Vigilance Over Payment Card Activity

    By Editors | 10/10/2022

    Payment gateway service provider iPay88 experienced a breach earlier this year affecting card data from online transactions.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Malaysia Budget 2023 to Tackle Scams, Promote Capital Market

    By Editors | 09/10/2022

    Budget 2023 includes measures to strengthen the capital market, protect against scams and cyber threats, and drive the ESG and climate change agenda.

    Structural Regulation

    Malaysia Establishes New Council to Drive Islamic Finance

    By Editors | 07/10/2022

    BNM and the SC said the newly established MIFC Leadership Council will cement Malaysia’s proposition as a leading hub for Islamic finance.

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