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Capital Adequacy
BNM Consults on Capital Requirements for CCP Exposures
By Editors | 19/12/2022
Proposed framework sets out requirements for managing risks arising from a financial institution’s exposures to CCPs in their capacity as a clearing member or a client of a clearing member.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Malaysian Banks to Finish Implementing Anti-Scam Measures by June 2023
By Editors | 16/12/2022
More than 80 percent of banks have already implemented a 24/7 dedicated complaint hotline for customers to report incidents or suspicions of fraud.
ESG Data
Malaysia JC3 to Prioritise Work on Climate & Environmental Data
By Editors | 09/12/2022
The JC3 will work with data providers in 2023 to improve data accessibility, quality, comparability and consistency; and develop strategies to substantially reduce data gaps.
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.
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