The Ultimate Guide to Risk & Compliance
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What to know about Risk & Compliance
Risk & Compliance is a critical domain encompassing the strategies, tools, and frameworks organisations use to identify, manage, and mitigate risks while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies. This area has grown increasingly complex with evolving technology landscapes and cyber threats, making it essential for businesses to stay informed and adaptive.
Recent developments highlight the dynamic nature of risk and compliance, including innovations like AI-powered suites enhancing governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) management, as well as emerging security challenges such as growing API vulnerabilities in financial sectors and the targeting of cloud resources by cyber-attacks. Organisations must navigate an expanding regulatory environment, with new standards and certifications marking benchmarks for data protection, operational resilience, and cybersecurity readiness.
Beyond technology, risk and compliance involve critical considerations around human factors, corporate governance, and the alignment of security practices with business objectives. Insights into cloud governance, supply chain security, and identity management demonstrate the multifaceted approach required to manage risks effectively in a digital-first world.
For readers, exploring stories tagged with Risk & Compliance offers valuable perspectives on cutting-edge solutions, regulatory changes, and strategic guidance. It is an essential resource for professionals aiming to understand and implement robust risk management frameworks, enhance cybersecurity posture, comply with evolving standards, and ultimately safeguard their organisations against the multifarious risks of today’s interconnected environment.
Asian Risk & Compliance News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
OSL launches AgentPay for AI agent stablecoin payments
AI developers can now hook autonomous software into stablecoin rails, as OSL aims to solve settlement for machine-to-machine payments.
Bitget signs pact with Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City
Bhutan's new digital asset zone has drawn Bitget in, with the exchange seeking approval to set up a local base and licence application.
Saviynt launches Zuma AI identity security platform
The platform targets firms struggling to govern AI agents and machine identities, as Saviynt tops USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue.
GFF AI launches in Singapore with enterprise intelligence
The launch targets regulated industries seeking tighter control over data, governance and AI spend as firms shift from pilots to core operations.
Cleanverse launches Labs & ClevrGo for verified finance
Cleanverse Labs set for new incubation push as it moves hackathon ideas into verified on-chain finance products.
TBC Uzbekistan launches digital car loans in pilot mode
Selected customers can now secure vehicle finance in the app, with approval in a minute and delivery within 24 hours.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Risk & Compliance
TP named visionary leader in Asia-Pacific Frost Radar
Menlo expands AI agent security for Copilot & Gemini
Ethyca launches Astralis to govern enterprise AI data
Sentra launches Shadow AI DLP to block sensitive data
Check Point named Frost visionary in risk platform
Featured News
Lumana's focus on vertical applications for AI video surveillance platform
Lumana's Principal Product Manager says its camera-agnostic AI platform is expanding beyond security into retail, healthcare and smart cities.
CrowdStrike report: AI is rewriting rules of cybersecurity
Organisations now have just 48 hours to patch most flaws, as AI helps attackers weaponise vulnerabilities far faster than before.
Cohesity mitigating shadow AI by empowering staffers
Approved AI tools are cutting shadow use by staff, but Cohesity warns the bigger risk is corrupted enterprise knowledge and weak governance.
Manufacturers strengthen OT security as threats intensify
Production line shutdowns and safety risks are pushing manufacturers to invest in OT defences built for ageing industrial systems.
Resilience over prevention as AI reshapes security landscape
Rising ransomware speed is pushing ANZ firms to increase spending on recovery strategies as AI gives attackers new ways in.
Check Point: Be the best, or get out the way
Rising AI-driven attacks are compel security buyers to cut vendor sprawl, though Check Point warns over-consolidation can still raise risk.
Check Point: Hackers are already in. Act accordingly
Hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in hours or minutes, leaving many organisations compromised before defenders spot the breach.
Agentic rollout creates new identity security challenge
Poor governance is leaving many AI agents stuck out of production, while those that run can expose firms to legal and security risks.
OnBoard says board AI policy key, but lags behind in adoption
Most boards are using AI, but formal guidelines are still missing as adoption races ahead of governance, OnBoard's survey found.
John Margerison on the new class of employee: AI managers
Businesses should treat AI like a new hire, as weak oversight could expose sensitive data and leave staff needing fresh skills to stay relevant.
Agentic AI creates enterprise challenge beyond LLM boom
Enterprises face rising costs and governance gaps as thousands of AI agents begin operating alongside staff across multiple systems.
Visa strengthens AI defences amid new era of cyber threats
Visa is pouring billions into AI defences as regulators demand safer, auditable systems to counter faster cyber threats and fraud.
Exabeam: Ruthless efficiency can make agentic AI malicious
Behavioural analytics is becoming essential as AI agents can pursue tasks so efficiently that they may cause damage without any malicious intent.
Quantum computers aren't here yet. But the data threat is
Hackers are already stockpiling encrypted data for Q-Day, when quantum machines could break RSA and ECC in minutes.
Geotab using telematics and AI to reshape fleet management
Rising fuel costs and safety risks are pushing fleet operators to use Geotab telematics to cut idling, reroute trips and monitor fatigue.
Check Point Technologies: On vigilance, Mythos and beyond
AI-driven vulnerability scanning is forcing firms to rethink complacency as Check Point says existing defences still help against Mythos.
Exclusive: Reco COO on securing the AI inside your SaaS stack
Reco COO Zoe Hillenmeyer says enterprises typically underestimate their AI agent exposure by a factor of ten and that gap is widening.
Dext: Transformative AI made easy for accountants and bookkeepers
Accountants could cut errors and save time as Dext AI Assist brings prompt-based automation to bookkeeping workflows.
Everpure preparing for new era of cyber resiliency
AI attacks are pushing firms to prioritise cyber resiliency, as Everpure warns downtime can exceed ransom demands by up to 75 times.
AI use in life sciences focused on augmentation - for now
AI in life sciences is boosting workflows rather than replacing scientists, as firms navigate regulation, data risks and uneven adoption across markets.
Expert Columns
Supercharged security: Cyber risk in the age of frontier AI
Why enterprise AI must learn to act, not just talk
What Role Does Data Quality Play in Data Governance?
From routing to revenue: Why payment orchestration has become a boardroom issue
The Hidden Cost of Identity Friction in Retail
Why Southeast Asia is becoming a global fintech growth hub
SonicWall joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing to find flaws
Asia's agentic AI in banking: Trusted data will decide who wins
Fraud prevention for hospitality leaders: Tackling hotel booking fraud
Managing your supplier risk isn't a deadline. It's about your resilience
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Lumana's focus on vertical applications for AI video surveillance platform
CrowdStrike report: AI is rewriting rules of cybersecurity
Cohesity mitigating shadow AI by empowering staffers
Manufacturers strengthen OT security as threats intensify
Resilience over prevention as AI reshapes security landscape
Recent Risk & Compliance News
HDBank & TerraPay launch real-time Vietnam payments
Vietnamese customers and small firms will gain faster overseas transfers as HDBank taps TerraPay to reach 156 markets without overhauling systems.
Asia's agentic AI in banking: Trusted data will decide who wins
Banks could cut operating costs by 20% to 30% by 2028, but only if they fix duplicated, outdated customer records first.
Fenergo launches Fen-AI platform for bank compliance
Banks could cut onboarding and compliance workloads as Fenergo's Fen-AI ties every AI action to a full audit trail for regulators.
Willis urges data centre buyers to trim excess cover
Rising AI-driven data centre build-outs are prompting owners to rethink costly insurance towers and focus on actual exposure instead.
HashKey launches single app across regulated crypto markets
Traders can now access Hong Kong, Singapore, Middle East and global services through one app, with features gated by local regulatory checks.
Visa, Lianlian complete first B2B AI agent payment
Small businesses could save time on procurement as an AI agent in Greater China sourced, ordered and paid for a sample without manual input.
TerraPay & TPBank boost Vietnam cross-border payments
Vietnamese customers will gain faster overseas transfers as TPBank taps TerraPay's network for real-time payments to 156 countries and territories.
Sber says AI shift is moving towards autonomous agents
AI projects that remain stuck in pilot stages may miss the shift to agentic systems able to manage tasks with limited human oversight.
Singapore launch urges reading to tackle AI misinformation
Only four in 10 Singapore professionals say they can spot AI misinformation, prompting a year-long reading drive for better judgement.
TBC Uzbekistan wins four Euromoney awards for excellence
Broadening its appeal beyond consumer banking, the lender has surpassed 6 million monthly users as digital adoption accelerates in Uzbekistan.
Japanese finance chiefs slow to tackle currency shocks
Delays of up to a week are leaving many Japanese firms exposed as yen swings and higher rates have already hit profits, a survey found.
Asian investors pile into equities as bond flows slide
Asia's fund investors shifted towards shares in the first half of 2026, with bond funds sliding to net outflows of USD $3.1 billion.
ITSEC Asia launches Bronyx AI for automated testing
Businesses may get security test results in hours as ITSEC Asia's new platform flags risks and keeps human consultants in the loop.
QuikBot names Howie Lau as Board Adviser for strategy
The Singapore startup is seeking stronger public-sector and industry links as it pushes its autonomous delivery software into buildings and logistics.
Hong Kong shoppers embrace AI, but not at checkout
While discovery is already mainstream, 45% of Hong Kong shoppers still balk at letting AI complete purchases, the survey found.
Singapore warnings on identity gaps after breaches
Breaches in Singapore and Japan are sharpening scrutiny of identity controls, as regulators eye tougher rules for data centres and cloud firms.
Nium acquires Cypher to expand digital assets push
The deal gives Nium specialist wallet and on-chain expertise as demand rises for payments that link cards, transfers and stablecoins.
China cloud market turns to compliance & resilience
Regulation, resilience and AI are now shaping Chinese companies' cloud choices as hybrid models dominate and vendor risk rises.
Keeper Security hits USD $225 million ARR on AI demand
Rising demand for AI-era identity controls has lifted the cybersecurity group to USD $225 million in annual recurring revenue.
Singapore firms best able to ride out supply shocks
A new survey shows Singapore businesses are more prepared than peers to absorb supply shocks, with 23% able to run for up to six months.
Job Moves
QuikBot names Howie Lau as Board Adviser for strategy
QBE names Andy Tsui to lead Hong Kong underwriting
QBE names Reuben Lee to lead Asia transactional liability
QBE Re names Soichiro Tanaka Head of Southeast Asia
QBE names Carles Tondo Head of Property for Asia
NAVEX names Nick Mitsuya as Japan Country Manager to drive growth
Lendela appoints new CFO & CTO to drive APAC expansion
Proofpoint appoints JP Yu to lead operations in SAK region