Outsourcing Singapore requirements remain an important regulatory focus for financial institutions. Curia Regis provides practical guidance on outsourcing governance, third-party risk management, due diligence processes, service provider oversight and MAS expectations. Our insights help firms strengthen outsourcing controls and compliance frameworks.
In July 2026, the Monetary Authority of Singapore published its Information Paper, AML/CFT Supervisory Expectations for Digital Payment Token Service Providers (DPTSPs) (The Paper). The Paper sets out MAS’ observations…
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) has issued a consultation paper proposing new Third-Party Risk Management Guidelines (“the Guidelines”), which, if implemented, will supersede the existing Guidelines on Outsourcing. The…
On 6 March 2026, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) issued its consultation paper on the Updated Guidelines on Operational Risk Management (updated ORMG). MAS ORMG Singapore introduces clearer expectations for…
The increasing adoption of digital channels has significantly transformed how Regulated Financial Institutions (RFIs) conduct onboarding, particularly within the context of regulatory compliance in Singapore. As a result, digital onboarding…
The Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) “the Information Paper” on representative recruitment and onboarding serves as a significant signal to the industry. Based on a thematic review between 2024 and…
What Financial Institutions Should Be Preparing for Ahead of 1 February 2026 From 1 February 2026 onwards, Financial Institutions in Singapore will be required to submit all reportable incidents using…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a peripheral experiment in financial services. Today, AI systems are actively deployed across credit assessment, fraud detection, customer onboarding, advisory tools, and operational automation. These…
In today’s digital landscape, information is available at unprecedented speed, enabling swift and data-driven decision-making across industries. However, this accessibility increases the importance of credible financial communications. Financial institutions must…
In a financial ecosystem increasingly dependent on digital outsourcing, third-party failures have become a systemic risk. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has addressed Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) concerns…
Singapore’s Variable Capital Company (VCC) regime has rapidly gained momentum since its launch in 2020, offering fund managers both flexibility and robust regulatory oversight. This unique structure, subject to significant…