Financial Stability Board

FSB Nominates Bank of England Governor as New Chair

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/04/2025

Andrew Bailey’s nomination is expected to be finalised in June. He will hold the role for a three-year term, succeeding Klaas Knot.

AML / KYC

FSB Launches Forum on Cross-Border Payments Data

By Mark Johnston | 28/03/2025

The initiative aims to enhance cross-border payments by improving dialogue and strengthening cooperation on data-related issues.

Crypto / Digital Assets

IOSCO Unveils Work Programme, Key Priorities for 2025

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/03/2025

IOSCO initiatives include measures to address risks in digital trading, curb online financial fraud finance, and continue research on AI.

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Publishes New Consultation Report on Artificial Intelligence

By Thisanka Siripala | 13/03/2025

The report identifies five key findings following engagement with IOSCO members and stakeholders and invites further feedback.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan’s Cabinet Approves Bill to Ease Crypto Regulations

By Thisanka Siripala | 11/03/2025

The bill establishes a new category for crypto intermediaries and enhances flexibility in stablecoin reserve management, among other things.

Capital / Liquidity

Industry Bodies Caution Against FSB Proposals for Addressing NBFI Leverage

By Thisanka Siripala | 11/03/2025

UK Finance and ISDA said regulators should first improve their use of existing data before imposing new reporting requirements.

Capital / Liquidity

FSB to Establish Taskforce to Address NBFI Leverage – Report

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2025

New task force will work to ensure national regulators have adequate data to assess financial stability risks from NBFIs such as hedge funds.

ESG / Sustainability

IAIS Sets Out Work Priorities in New 2025-2026 Roadmap

By Thisanka Siripala | 30/01/2025

Following the adoption of the Insurance Capital Standard at the end of 2024, the IAIS will shift focus to implementation and addressing risks in the industry.

Crypto / Digital Assets

FSB Publishes Work Programme for the Year Ahead

By Manesh Samtani | 25/01/2025

The work programme highlights digitalisation, climate change, and the shifting macroeconomic environment as key priorities