Monetary Authority of Singapore

Anti-Money Laundering

Singapore Court Jails Ex-Citibank Banker in $3b Money Laundering Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/10/2025

Wang Qiming has been jailed for forging documents and aiding illicit fund movements linked to Singapore’s largest money-laundering case.

Anti-Money Laundering

Compliance Expertise is Invaluable in the ‘Age of AI’

By Nathan Lynch | 24/10/2025

Rather than replacing human talent, the AI arms race is making skilled and experienced compliance professionals more valuable than ever, writes Nathan Lynch.

Cybersecurity

Singapore Unveils Twin Quantum Security Frameworks for Consultation

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The CSA has proposed a national blueprint to help organisations secure critical systems and financial infrastructure ahead of the quantum era.

Trading & Investment

Singapore to Unveil New Market Measures in November

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

MAS will unveil new market and regulatory measures including expanded equity fund appointments and listing reforms to deepen liquidity and help listed companies unlock shareholder value.

Anti-Money Laundering

UBS Intensifying Scrutiny of Asia Wealth Clients - Reports

By Editors | 19/10/2025

UBS is reportedly working with Deloitte and KPMG to screen client documentation for any indications of illicit activities.

Trading & Investment

SGX, IDX Launch Cross-Border Depository Receipts Linkage

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/10/2025

The new initiative strengthens ASEAN capital market integration and expands investor access to Indonesian blue-chip stocks.

Custody & Infrastructure

MAS Launches BLOOM Initiative to Advance Settlement Capabilities

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/10/2025

Building on Project Orchid, the platform creates a unified digital settlement framework for seamless multi-currency transfer and tokenised asset redemption.

Capital Adequacy

BCBS May Re-evaluate Bank Capital Standards for Crypto - Report

By Manesh Samtani | 17/10/2025

BCBS Chair Erik Thedéen said the rapid growth of stablecoins could be a reason to review the rules, which were developed in 2022.

Stablecoins

Singapore to Step Up Public Education on Stablecoins

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/10/2025

As MAS finalises its new regulatory framework, Gan Kim Yong, said that SGD stablecoins pose no threat to monetary stability for now.