Monetary Authority of Singapore

    Anti-Money Laundering

    FATF Finds Singapore AML Regime is Robust, Despite Some Gaps

    By Nithya Subramanian | 07/05/2026

    Singapore has improved its AML framework, FATF said, while calling for tougher penalties and better oversight of foreign entities following a major scandal.

    Cybersecurity

    Singapore Steps Up Oversight of AI-Driven Cyber Risk

    By Nithya Subramanian | 07/05/2026

    MAS has met with financial institution leaders to drive collective action against escalating AI-enabled cybersecurity risks, while the CSA has written to CII owners.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    MAS Trials Pooled Bank Data for AI-Powered Scam Detection

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/05/2026

    The proof-of-value initiative will test data-sharing approach to improve scam detection and enable earlier intervention across institutions.

    Structural Regulation

    Singapore Finalises Rules for SGX-Nasdaq Dual Listing Board

    By Nithya Subramanian | 01/05/2026

    MAS and SGX have confirmed a raft of rule changes to align with US standards, paving the way for the new board's launch in mid-2026.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Digital Innovation Poses Risks to Consumer Financial Health: BIS Paper

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/05/2026

    New paper warns that the benefits of digital finance are emerging alongside new vulnerabilities, highlighting the crucial role of regulators.

    Structural Regulation

    BlackRock Launches ASEAN Fund Under MAS’ EQDP Scheme

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/04/2026

    BlackRock launched a new systematic equity fund with a 50 percent Singapore allocation under the regulator's market development programme

    Trading & Investment

    MAS Grants In-principle Nod to Robinhood for Brokerage Services

    By Editors | 28/04/2026

    The US retail brokerage has received initial approval from the MAS, a key step in its Asia-Pacific expansion plans.

    Tokenisation

    OCBC Launches Tokenised Physical Gold Fund on Public Blockchains

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

    The token, a first for Southeast Asia, is issued under a framework involving three MAS-regulated entities to ensure institutional-grade governance.

    AI Risk & Governance

    Singapore’s MindForge AI Framework Adds ‘Governance Premium’ for Banks

    By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

    The initiative led by MAS aims to standardise AI governance and shield bank balance sheets from risks such as algorithmic drift and model miscalculations.

    Cybersecurity

    Singapore Regulator Urges Banks to Bolster Defences Over ‘Mythos’ Concerns

    By Nithya Subramanian | 21/04/2026

    Financial authorities in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia and South Korea are taking action over cybersecurity risks posed by Anthropic's new AI model.

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