Regulatory Updates
Banque de France and Monetary Authority of Singapore Complete Post-Quantum Cryptography Experiment to Fortify Communication Security
On 5 November 2024, the Banque de France and the Monetary Authority of Singapore announced the successful conclusion of a joint experiment in post-quantum cryptography. This experiment, conducted remotely using conventional Internet infrastructure is a advancement in safeguarding communication and data security against the emerging cybersecurity threats posed by quantum computing. The project aims to secure future communication channels against potential decryption capabilities of quantum technology, marking a vital step towards a “quantum-safe” global financial system.
Financial Conduct Authority Welcomes First Project Guardian Industry Report on Tokenisation in Asset Management
On 4 November 2024, the Financial Conduct Authority welcomed the inaugural report on tokenisation in the asset management sector from Project...
Bank Indonesia and Monetary Authority of Singapore Extend Bilateral Financial Arrangement Until 2027
On 4 November 2024, Bank Indonesia (BI) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced an extension of their bilateral financial...
Monetary Authority of Singapore Expands Efforts to Advance Asset Tokenisation in Financial Services
On 4 November 2024, the Monetary Authority of Singapore announced a strategic initiative to accelerate the commercialisation of asset tokenisation...
United States Securities and Exchange Commission Extends Order Against Pinnacle Investments for Further Compliance
On 4 November 2024, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission vide its order granted an extension of time for Pinnacle Investments, LLC,...
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission Hosts Forum to Drive Responsible Adoption of RegTech
On 4 November 2024, the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong concluded its Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism...
Bitcoin Meets the Central Bank: Argentina’s Groundbreaking Exhibit Merges Art and Crypto Mining
On 31 October 2024, the Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) held an exhibition at its Historical Museum, bridging the worlds of digital assets and...
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Orders Comprehensive Compliance and Disclosure Reforms at J.P. Morgan on 31 October 2024
On 31 October 2024, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission issued a set of significant enforcement actions against two of J.P....
Singapore Tightens Grip on Digital Payment Regulation: MAS Leads New Wave of Crypto and Payment Services Reform
On 30 October 2024, the Monetary Authority of Singapore published the National Anti Money Laundering strategy which made waves in the world of...
BIS and Central Banks Showcase Embedded Compliance for Cross-Border Transactions in Project Mandala
On 28 October 2024, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), in collaboration with central bank partners from Australia, Korea, Malaysia, and...
Hong Kong SFC Reports Major Development in Tokenised Asset Management Pilot within Project Ensemble Sandbox
On 28 October 2024, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (HK SFC) has announced a development within the Project Ensemble Sandbox, a...
Latvia Fintech Forum 2024: Sector Development and Global Trends to Be Explored in Riga on 5 November 2024
On 23 October 2024, Latvijas Banka announced the upcoming Latvia Fintech Forum 2024, set to take place on 5 November 2024 in Riga. The forum, now in...