Capital Planning/Stress Testing

HKMA issues discussion paper on retail CBDC issues

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has launched a discussion paper to gather views on the key issues surrounding a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC).

Thailand bans cryptocurrency use for payments

Thailand’s Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revealed it will introduce a ban on crypto as a method of payment from April 1 this year.

Bank of Canada and MIT collaborate on CBDC project

The Bank of Canada and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) will collaborate on a 12-month project exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).

Thailand eases crypto tax regulations to promote digital asset investments

Thailand’s finance ministry has loosened regulations around crypto tax in order to foster investment in the country’s digital asset market.

Cambodia introduces code of conduct for banks and FIs

Cambodia has unveiled a code of conduct for banks and financial institutions with the aim of promoting more effective and responsible banking and financial practices.

Best Execution requirements officially introduced in Singapore

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has revealed that Best Execution practices must be provided by capital markets intermediaries to their customers.

Korea’s FSC alters rules to promote business expansion overseas of FIs

Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) has approved a set of regulatory revisions to help facilitate financial institutions’ overseas operation and investment activities.

European Parliament postpones crypto regulation vote amid backlash

The European Parliament has postponed a vote on crypto asset regulation after a leaked draft included a provision that sought to ban cryptocurrencies.

BIS unveils green bond fund to finance sustainable projects in APAC

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has launched a green bond fund that is dedicated to aid the financing of green projects in Asia Pacific.

China defers new AML rules amid pushback and privacy concerns

The People Bank of China (PBOC) has said it is postponing the introduction of new rules that firm up cash withdrawal and deposit scrutiny due to technical reasons.

News Stories

risk

The role of conduct risk in the RegTech space

Founded in 2022, Cognitive View claims to offer the first-of-its-kind integrated compliance and complaints co-pilot.
Innovations in pricing decision intelligence are reshaping the landscape of the insurance industry, with hx Renew emerging as a pioneering platform at the forefront of this transformation. As the world's first of its kind, hx Renew not only unlocks substantial value and industry-leading performance across the pricing process but also offers seamless implementation within existing systems, ensuring flexibility, scalability, and security.

5 key benefits of hx Renew for IT

Innovations in pricing decision intelligence are reshaping the landscape of the insurance industry, with hx Renew emerging as a pioneering platform at the forefront of this transformation. As the world's first of its kind, hx Renew not only unlocks substantial value and industry-leading performance across the pricing process but also offers seamless implementation within existing systems, ensuring flexibility, scalability, and security.
In an era where innovation is reigning supreme, the insurance industry has found itself on the precipice of transformative change. Long accustomed to traditional models of risk assessment and policy pricing, insurers are now embracing the disruptive potential of Internet of Things (IoT) and telematics technologies. These cutting-edge tools offer unprecedented insights into policyholders' behaviour and assets, revolutionising the way insurers evaluate risk and tailor coverage.

How IoT and telematics are transforming insurance

In an era where innovation is reigning supreme, the insurance industry has found itself on the precipice of transformative change. Long accustomed to traditional models of risk assessment and policy pricing, insurers are now embracing the disruptive potential of Internet of Things (IoT) and telematics technologies. These cutting-edge tools offer unprecedented insights into policyholders' behaviour and assets, revolutionising the way insurers evaluate risk and tailor coverage.
Velexa

Pi Securities and Velexa team up to transform global equities trading

Pi Securities, a prominent Thai brokerage firm, has partnered with WealthTech Velexa to transform the global equities trading market. 
Marqeta

Marqeta and OakNorth Bank launch new partnership to enhance UK SME banking

Marqeta, a modern card issuing platform, provides embedded finance solutions globally, supporting the innovation needs of diverse businesses.

Download the free AIFinTech100 report

FREE

Download the AIFinTech100 report for 2023 with details on each solution

120,000+ FinTech leaders get exclusive industry stories delivered every week