AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRegulatory Watch: Australia’s prudential regulator APRA moved to clarify liquidity treatment for deposits tied to settlement service providers, a signal that banks’ funding mechanics remain under close review. AML & Compliance: ACCPA launched a lifetime AML certification pathway aimed at lowering the cost barrier for compliance professionals, while SEALSQ boosted post-quantum compliance tooling via a majority stake in Wecan Group. Banking & Fraud: India’s ED arrested key accused in separate alleged scams involving IDFC First Bank (₹645 crore) and Panchkula municipal funds (₹145 crore), underscoring ongoing scrutiny of bank-linked fraud. Market Structure: CME Group began 24/7 crypto futures trading, pushing derivatives further into the center of institutional crypto price discovery. Fintech Expansion: Robinhood deepened its Canada push after completing the WonderFi acquisition, adding regulated platforms to its ecosystem. Saudi Finance: SAMA licensed two new finance companies and mandated advance notification of investment rounds, tightening governance for non-bank lenders. AI in Finance: Huawei’s HiFS 2026 highlighted “agentic banking” and new financial AI/data solutions as banks race from pilots to deployment. Private Capital: Blackstone raised $13.1bn for its Asia private equity fund, reflecting continued appetite for alternatives despite volatility.
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