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Market Infrastructure

FSB Warns G20 Payment Goals at Risk, Urges Jurisdictional Action

By Manesh Samtani | 10/10/2025

The FSB says policy work is complete but has not yet delivered cheaper, faster payments, with 2027 targets unlikely to be met.

AML / KYC

Vietnam's Crypto Hub Ambition Faces Slow Start Amid Strict Rules

By Mark Johnston | 07/10/2025

Hanoi aims to tap a USD 19 trillion global market for tokenised assets, but strict capital requirements for its new pilot framework have so far deterred any formal applications.

Fintech / Regtech

Vietnam Taps State Telcos for CBDC Research Amid Broader Crypto Push

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/10/2025

The SBV has assigned Viettel and MobiFone to conduct foundational research on a CBDC, as the country simultaneously pilots new rules for tokenised assets.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC Launches Campaign for Implementation of AML Reforms

By Editors | 03/10/2025

The campaign will prepare existing and new industries for a shift to a risk-based approach and new digital reporting tools.

Market Infrastructure

ISO 20022 Migration Enters Final Phase with Focus on Data Quality

By Manesh Samtani | 30/09/2025

With less than two months until the end of the coexistence period for legacy MT messages, over 60% of payment messages are now in the MX format.

Crypto / Digital Assets

New AML Law to Require Crypto Firms to Register in Sri Lanka

By Editors | 30/09/2025

The CBSL will bring virtual asset service providers under its Financial Intelligence Unit to combat money laundering and prepare for a global review.

Sanctions

Former Myanmar Advisor Calls for Broader, 'Go Big' Sanctions

By Manesh Samtani | 29/09/2025

Sean Turnell, a former advisor to Aung San Suu Kyi, describes a 'tottering' banking system and urges a broader sanctions regime to choke off military funding.

Enforcement

INTERPOL Operation Recovers $439 Million, Highlights Need for Regulatory Unity

By Mark Johnston | 26/09/2025

An INTERPOL operation has recovered USD 439 million in illicit funds, highlighting the need for enhanced cross-border regulatory cooperation in APAC.

AML / KYC

Philippine SEC Backs Easing of Bank Secrecy Law

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/09/2025

The SEC says reforms are a necessary measure to strengthen its enforcement powers against financial crimes and fraud.