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NMLS MLO Registration Fees Proposed

The Texas Department of Banking issued a notice regarding proposed federal registration fees for Mortgage Loan Originators (MLOs) by the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS). Financial institutions are encouraged to review and submit comments by November 12, 2010.

Texas AG Halts Foreclosures Due to Questionable Banking Practices

The Texas Attorney General has requested state-chartered banks and mortgage servicers to halt foreclosures due to questionable practices, such as signing documents without reading them or notarizing without presence. The Texas Department of Banking urges all state-chartered banks to review their foreclosure policies and procedures.

NCUA Releases Q4 2025 Credit Union Data Report

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) released its Q4 2025 state-level credit union data report. The report indicates growth in assets and loans outstanding for federally insured credit unions, alongside trends in membership and profitability.

CFTC and SEC clarify federal securities laws for crypto assets

CFTC and SEC clarify federal securities laws for crypto assets

HKMA Alerts Public to Bank Scams and Fraudulent Websites

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has alerted the public to fraudulent websites and scams targeting customers of several banks. The alert provides details on specific scams and advises the public on how to protect themselves and report incidents.

IRS Secure Messaging Taxpayer Agreement and Disclosure Authorization

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is requesting public comment on new information collection activities related to taxpayer agreements for secure messaging and disclosure authorizations. This includes the application for a Central Withholding Agreement and directed withholding and deposit verification processes.

FDIC Sunshine Act Meeting Notice and Proposed Rulemakings

The FDIC announced a Sunshine Act meeting for March 19, 2026, to consider proposed rulemakings on regulatory capital for banking organizations and a final rule clarifying deposit insurance coverage. The meeting will be webcast, and media inquiries are due March 18, 2026.

Federal Reserve Notice: Bank Holding Company Formations, Acquisitions, and Mergers

The Federal Reserve has published a notice regarding applications for the formation, acquisition, and merger of bank holding companies. These applications are made under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 and Regulation Y. Interested parties can submit comments by April 17, 2026.

Federal Reserve: Change in Bank Control Notices

The Federal Reserve System has published notices regarding changes in bank control and acquisitions of shares of banks or bank holding companies. These notices detail applications received under the Change in Bank Control Act and Regulation Y. Interested parties can submit comments by April 2, 2026.

Revised Act on Financial Fraud and Virtual Assets Passed

South Korea's Financial Services Commission announced the passage of a revised Act on Financial Fraud and Virtual Assets. The amendments require virtual asset exchange service providers to implement vishing prevention and loss relief measures similar to financial companies, and expand eligible assets for victim refunds to include virtual assets.

FSC Clarifies Shareholding Rules for Institutional Investors

The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Korea has provided statutory interpretations to clarify shareholding rules for institutional investors, particularly concerning the '5% rule' for reporting significant shareholdings. These clarifications aim to facilitate shareholder activities and enhance corporate value ahead of the annual general meeting season.

FSC Revises Business Development Company (BDC) Rules

The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of South Korea has revised rules for Business Development Companies (BDCs) to promote venture investment. The revised rules, effective March 17, 2026, mandate specific investment ratios in unlisted startups and venture businesses, with provisions for lending and safe asset investments.

FSC Chairman meets Standard Chartered CEO, discusses market

The Chairman of South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) met with the CEO of Standard Chartered Group on March 13, 2026. They discussed global geopolitical impacts, market stability programs, and the FSC's productive finance initiative.

FSC Korea: Household Loans Increased KRW2.9 Trillion in February 2026

The Financial Services Commission (FSC) Korea reported that outstanding household loans increased by KRW2.9 trillion in February 2026, driven by mortgage loans. The FSC noted the need for continued monitoring of household loans and the real estate market.

RBI Releases Data on ECB, FCCB, RDB for January 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has released data pertaining to External Commercial Borrowings (ECB), Foreign Currency Convertible Bonds (FCCB), and Rupee Denominated Bonds (RDB) for January 2026. This data covers instruments issued through both the Automatic and Approval Routes.

RBI Money Market Operations Data - March 16, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has published data on Money Market Operations for March 16, 2026. This notice provides key figures related to the Indian money market for the specified date.

RBI 7-day VRR Auction Results

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the results of its 7-day Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auction held on March 17, 2026. The auction saw a notified amount of ₹1,50,000 crore, with ₹48,014 crore allotted at a cut-off rate of 5.26%.

RBI Releases State Government Securities Auction Results

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the results of the auction for State Government Securities. The notice details the amounts raised, accepted bids, cut-off prices, yields, and tenors for various state government securities.

State Government Securities Auction Results

The Reserve Bank of India has published the results of the State Government Securities auction held on March 17, 2026. This notice provides details on the successful bids and terms of the securities issued.

MAS Issues 7-Year Prohibition Order Against Former Fund Manager

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has issued a 7-year prohibition order against Mr Sun Weiyeh, a former fund manager. The order follows his conviction for defrauding investors in a fund he managed, resulting in a loss of US$342,500.

MAS Fines Eurofin Investments $70,000 for Regulatory Breaches

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has fined Eurofin Investments Pte Ltd (EIPL) $70,000 for breaches of the Securities and Futures Act and Regulations. MAS also issued a one-year Prohibition Order against EIPL's former CEO, Mr. Dotta, and a reprimand against the former Chief Risk Officer, Mr. Schappler.

MAS issues 2-year prohibition order against Jimmy Ling

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has issued a 2-year prohibition order against Jimmy Ling Xiao Ting, a former representative of Manulife Financial Advisers Pte. Ltd. This action follows his conviction for forgery and abetting unauthorized access to computer material.

Community Reinvestment Act Examination Procedures

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has updated its Comptroller's Handbook booklet on Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Examination Procedures. This guidance outlines how examiners evaluate a national bank's performance in meeting community credit needs, considering factors like financial condition, size, and local economic conditions.

Central Bank Welcomes OECD Consumer Finance Risk Monitor Report

The Central Bank of Ireland welcomed the publication of the OECD's Consumer Finance Risk Monitor 2026 report. The report highlights financial scams as the top threat to consumers globally, a concern echoed by the Central Bank's own outlook.

Central Bank of Ireland Publishes First Access to Cash Report

The Central Bank of Ireland has published its first quarterly Access to Cash report, detailing ATM and cash service point availability as of December 2025. The report, mandated by the Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Act 2025, monitors compliance with criteria set by the Minister for Finance.

Central Bank Publishes 2026 Outlook on Financial Risks

The Central Bank of Ireland has published its 2026 Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook, detailing its assessment of financial sector risks and planned supervisory actions. The outlook highlights increased operational, cyber, and AI risks, while noting abated inflation and interest rate risks.

Central Bank Independence Speech by Governor Makhlouf

Governor Gabriel Makhlouf of the Central Bank of Ireland delivered a speech on February 18, 2026, emphasizing the importance of central bank independence for price stability and economic prosperity. He highlighted that independence acts as an anchor for stability, enabling policy decisions based on economic cycles rather than political pressures.

Central Bank of Ireland Discussion Paper on Tokenisation and DLT

The Central Bank of Ireland has launched a discussion paper to examine the potential role of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) and tokenisation in the financial system. Stakeholders are invited to provide insights on opportunities, challenges, and risks associated with these innovations.

EBA Issues Updated ITS Validation Rules for Supervisory Reporting

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has issued an updated list of validation rules for its Implementing Technical Standards (ITS) on supervisory reporting. This revision includes deactivations, reactivations, and severity changes to existing rules, along with updates to the micro taxonomy and Data Point Model (DPM) validation scripts for release 4.0 onwards.

EBA Consults on Initial Margin Model Authorisation Products

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has launched a public consultation on draft Guidelines and Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) for the authorisation of initial margin models for non-centrally cleared derivatives under EMIR 3. The consultations aim to ensure a harmonised and robust authorisation process across the EU.

Ben Gully Appointed Basel Committee Secretary General

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision announced that Ben Gully, Deputy Superintendent at OSFI, will become its Secretary General in August 2026 for an initial three-year term. This appointment highlights OSFI's role in international financial regulation.

MAS issues Prohibition Orders against money launderers Wang Qiming, Liu Kai

MAS issues Prohibition Orders against money launderers Wang Qiming, Liu Kai

Hong Kong banks report fraudulent websites and scams

Hong Kong banks report fraudulent websites and scams

Exchange Fund Bills Tender Results

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced the results of the Exchange Fund Bills tenders held on March 17, 2026. The notice details the amounts allotted, average and highest accepted yields, and pro rata ratios for two separate bill issuances. It also outlines upcoming tender dates and amounts for the week of March 23, 2026.

FDIC Sunshine Act Meeting Notice

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has issued a notice regarding a Sunshine Act meeting. The meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026, and will be held with less than seven days' advance notice, as permitted under specific circumstances.

Federal Reserve Notice on Bank Holding Company Formations, Acquisitions, and Mergers

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding the formations, acquisitions, and mergers of bank holding companies. This notice, published on March 17, 2026, provides information on these corporate activities within the banking sector.

Federal Reserve: Agency Information Collection Activities Approval

The Federal Reserve announced the approval of agency information collection activities under delegated authority. This notice, published on March 17, 2026, details the extension of an existing information collection for three years without revision.

Federal Reserve Proposes Extending Mortgage Loan Originator Registration

The Federal Reserve System has proposed extending the information collection activities related to mortgage loan originator registration. This notice requests public comment on the proposed extension, which is currently set to expire soon.

Federal Reserve: Bank Control Notices and Share Acquisitions

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding change in bank control and acquisitions of shares of a bank or bank holding company. This notice provides information on regulatory filings and approvals related to these transactions.

Federal Reserve Privacy Act System of Records Modification Proposed

The Federal Reserve System has proposed modifications to an existing system of records, BGFRS-14, concerning Federal Reserve Bank and Branch Directors. This notice is open for public comment until April 16, 2026, and the modifications will become effective on the same date unless public comments necessitate changes.

NCUA Proposed Merger of Ascent and Goldenwest Credit Unions

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is seeking public comment on the proposed merger of Ascent Credit Union and Goldenwest Credit Union. This consultation period allows stakeholders to provide input on the potential consolidation of these financial institutions.

Ascent Federal Credit Union Member Notice

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has posted a member notice from Ascent Federal Credit Union. This notice was posted on March 16, 2026, and is available for public review and comment via Regs.gov.

Canada Revenue Agency - Bookkeeper Convicted for GST/HST Evasion

The Canada Revenue Agency announced that Aeddy Leung, a bookkeeper from Surrey, British Columbia, received a conditional sentence order and probation for willfully evading nearly $1 million in GST/HST. Leung pleaded guilty to filing false returns and failing to file returns for hotels he managed.

Money Laundering Operation - Arrests and Seizures

Calgary police arrested four individuals in connection with a $9 million money laundering operation involving anabolic steroids. The investigation, which began in 2020, uncovered an illegal manufacturing lab and significant seizures of drugs, currency, and jewelry.

Director Sentenced for Tax Evasion and Fined $128,101

The Canada Revenue Agency announced that Henry Grant Wetelainen, a director of a Thunder Bay mining company, was sentenced to a conditional sentence and fined $128,101 for tax evasion. The investigation revealed significant undeclared income and unremitted GST/HST.

Drug Trafficking Operation Report

The Sûreté du Québec, in collaboration with multiple police forces, reported on a large-scale drug trafficking operation targeting a network linked to the Hells Angels. The operation resulted in significant seizures of drugs, currency, and weapons, with nearly 220 officers mobilized.

Project Glacier Dismantles Criminal Organization, Six Charged

ALERT's Project Glacier investigation concluded with six individuals charged for drug trafficking and organized crime offences in Grande Prairie. Over $283,000 in drugs and cash were seized, including firearms.

OSC charges Rumble, Dziedzic, Foss with fraud over $11 million

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) has charged Ryan Rumble, Michael Dziedzic, and Justin Foss with fraud over $5,000 and other offenses. The charges relate to Banknote Capital Inc., where the individuals allegedly defrauded investors of over $11 million between November 2020 and August 2023.

HKMA Scam Alert Related to Banks

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a scam alert regarding fraudulent websites and phishing attempts targeting bank customers. The alert specifically mentions OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited and advises the public on how to protect themselves and report suspicious activity.

CFTC Names Jessica Harris as Director of Data and Chief Data Officer

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced the appointment of Jessica Harris as Director of the Division of Data and Chief Data Officer. This appointment aims to enhance the CFTC's data strategy amidst evolving derivatives markets.