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EU AI Act — EU Artificial Intelligence Act
The EU AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689) is the world’s first comprehensive law regulating artificial intelligence. It establishes a risk-based framework that classifies AI systems into four categories—unacceptable, high-risk, limited-risk, and minimal-risk—with stricter obligations applied to higher-risk systems.
- Issuer
- European Union
- Jurisdiction
- European Union
- Version
- January 2024
- Updated
- Apr 2021
SCF — Secure Controls Framework
The Secure Controls Framework (SCF) is a comprehensive, free cybersecurity and data privacy metaframework designed to simplify compliance and build secure, resilient organizations. It unifies control sets to simultaneously meet compliance requirements across multiple laws, regulations, and frameworks.
- Issuer
- Secure Controls Framework (SCF) Council
- Version
- 2023.2
Cyber Essentials v3.2 — Cyber Essentials Requirements for IT Infrastructure
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme focused on protecting IT infrastructure from common cyber threats. Version 3.2 outlines updated security controls and practices.
- Issuer
- UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
- Jurisdiction
- United Kingdom
- Version
- 3.2
EU Data Act — Regulation on harmonised rules on fair access to and use of data (Data Act)
The Data Act is an EU regulation that aims to establish fair rules for access to and use of data generated by connected devices. It promotes data sharing, safeguards user rights, and prevents unfair practices while supporting innovation and the data economy.
- Issuer
- European Commission
- Jurisdiction
- European Union
- Version
- (EU) 2023/2854
- Updated
- Dec 2025
RG 175 — RG 175 AFS licensing: Financial product advisers—Conduct and disclosure
This regulatory guide outlines the conduct and disclosure obligations of financial product advisers who provide advice to retail clients in Australia. It focuses on requirements under Part 7.7 and Division 2 of Part 7.7A of the Corporations Act.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Nov 2024
ADHICS — Abu Dhabi Healthcare Information and Cyber Security Standard
The AAMEN programme ensures that all healthcare facilities in Abu Dhabi comply with information security and data privacy standards to safeguard patient data. It incorporates the Abu Dhabi Healthcare Information and Cyber Security Standard (ADHICS) and aims to enhance cybersecurity governance, resilience, and innovation in the healthcare sector.
- Issuer
- Department of Health Abu Dhabi
- Jurisdiction
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Version
- 2
- Updated
- May 2026
CPS 231 — Prudential Standard CPS 231 Outsourcing
The Prudential Standard CPS 231 establishes requirements for outsourcing arrangements by financial institutions regulated by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA). It aims to ensure that risks associated with outsourcing are effectively managed.
- Issuer
- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Jul 2017
RG 1 — RG 1 Applying for and varying an AFS licence
This regulatory guide provides details on the process for applying for and varying an Australian Financial Services (AFS) licence. It outlines ASIC’s approach to assessing applications and the required documentation for submission.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
UAE IA V2 — UAE Information Assurance Standard Version 2
The UAE Information Assurance Standard Version 2 (UAE IA V2) is a national cybersecurity framework issued by the UAE Cyber Security Council in 2025. It builds upon the previous version with updated controls and integrations to address modern technologies, such as AI/ML, IoT, cloud, and post-quantum cryptography.
- Issuer
- UAE Cyber Security Council
- Jurisdiction
- United Arab Emirates
- Version
- 2.0
- Updated
- Oct 2025
RG 271 — RG 271 Internal Dispute Resolution
This regulatory guide outlines enforceable standards and requirements for internal dispute resolution (IDR) systems for financial firms in Australia. It specifies the obligations these firms must meet to comply with ASIC's IDR standards.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Sep 2021
RG 274 — RG 274 Product Design and Distribution Obligations
This guide, issued by ASIC, outlines obligations for issuers and distributors of financial products under Part 7.8A of the Corporations Act. It provides ASIC's interpretation, expectations for compliance, and approach for administering these obligations.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
VPDSS 2.0 — Victorian Protective Data Security Standards V2.0
The Victorian Protective Data Security Standards (VPDSS) establish 12 high-level mandatory requirements for the protection of public sector information in Victoria, Australia. These requirements cover governance, information, personnel, ICT, and physical security, focusing on a risk-managed approach tailored to the Victorian government context.
- Issuer
- Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner (OVIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Victoria, Australia
- Version
- 2.0
- Updated
- Oct 2019
AIUC-1 — AIUC-1
AIUC-1 is a standard focused on the security, safety, and reliability of AI agents used in enterprises. It addresses risks related to data privacy, security, accountability, and societal concerns while providing certification for compliant organizations.
- Issuer
- Artificial Intelligence Underwriting Company (AIUC)
- Version
- April 15, 2026
RG 181 — RG 181 AFS licensing: Managing conflicts of interest
This regulatory guide outlines the legal obligations under the Corporations Act for Australian financial services (AFS) licensees to have adequate arrangements to manage conflicts of interest. It provides specific guidance on identifying conflicts, implementing effective arrangements, and managing conflicts using appropriate tools.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Dec 2025
NIST SP 800-39 — NIST Special Publication 800-39 - Managing Information Security Risk: Organization, Mission, and Information System View
NIST SP 800-39 provides guidance for developing an organization-wide program to manage information security risk. It introduces a structured yet flexible framework for assessing, responding to, and monitoring risks associated with federal information systems.
- Issuer
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- Jurisdiction
- United States
- Updated
- Mar 2011
NIST SP 800-82 Rev. 3 — NIST Special Publication 800-02 Rev. 3 - Guide to Operational Technology (OT) Security
This document provides guidance on securing operational technology (OT) systems, which include programmable devices interacting with the physical environment. It addresses unique performance, reliability, and safety requirements, identifies threats, and recommends security measures.
- Issuer
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- Jurisdiction
- United States
- Version
- Revision 3
NIST SP 800-171A Rev. 3 — NIST Special Publication 800-171A Rev. 3 - Assessing Security Requirements for Controlled Unclassified Information
This publication provides a methodology and assessment procedures for evaluating security requirements associated with the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). It supports compliance with NIST SP 800-171 in nonfederal systems and organizations.
- Issuer
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- Jurisdiction
- United States
- Version
- Revision 3
- Updated
- Nov 2023
RG 133 — RG 133 Funds Management and Custodial Services: Holding Assets
RG 133 outlines the Australian financial services (AFS) licence obligations for entities involved in managing and holding client assets. It sets minimum standards that apply to responsible entities of registered managed investment schemes, licensed custody providers, MDA providers, and IDPS operators.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Dec 2024
NIST SP 800-161 Rev. 1 — NIST Special Publication 800-161 Rev. 1 - Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management Practices for Systems and Organizations
This publication provides guidance on identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks throughout the supply chain. It integrates Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) practices into organizational risk management processes.
- Issuer
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- Jurisdiction
- United States
- Version
- Rev. 1, Update 1
NIST CSF 2.0 — NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 is a comprehensive framework to help organizations manage and reduce cybersecurity risks. It provides guidelines, tools, and resources for improving cybersecurity practices across diverse sectors.
- Issuer
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- Jurisdiction
- United States
- Version
- 2.0
- Updated
- Feb 2026
GDPR — General Data Protection Regulation
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law enacted by the European Union to harmonize privacy regulations across member states. It governs the processing of personal data by organizations operating within the EU and those outside the EU that target EU residents.
- Issuer
- European Parliament and Council of the European Union
- Jurisdiction
- European Union
- Updated
- May 2018
APPs — Australian Privacy Principles
The Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) are a set of 13 principles that form the privacy protection framework under the Privacy Act 1988. They govern how personal information is collected, used, disclosed, and managed by organizations and agencies subject to the Act.
- Issuer
- Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
Privacy Act 1988 — Privacy Act 1988
The Privacy Act 1988 is an Australian law that regulates the handling of personal information by businesses, government agencies, and other entities. It includes provisions for the Australian Privacy Principles, credit reporting, and notification of data breaches.
- Issuer
- Australian Government
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Version
- No. 119, 1988
CPG 234 — CPG 234 Information Security
This standard provides information security guidance for Australian financial institutions regulated by APRA. It aims to ensure operational resilience and protect against information security threats.
- Issuer
- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Version
- June 2019
- Updated
- Jun 2019
CPG 235 — Prudential Practice Guide CPG 235 - Managing Data Risk
The Prudential Practice Guide CPG 235 provides guidance for Australian financial institutions on how to effectively manage data risk. It focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with data to ensure its integrity, availability, and confidentiality.
- Issuer
- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
CPS 220 — Prudential Standard CPS 220 Risk Management
CPS 220 is a prudential standard issued by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) outlining risk management requirements for regulated entities. It establishes standards for institutions to identify, assess, and manage risks effectively to ensure financial stability and compliance.
- Issuer
- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Jul 2017
CPS 226 — Prudential Standard CPS 226: Margining and Risk Mitigation for Non-centrally Cleared Derivatives
This is an Australian standard issued by APRA outlining the requirements for margining and risk mitigation of non-centrally cleared derivatives. It ensures financial institutions operate with adequate practices to manage counterparty risk.
- Issuer
- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
CPS 232 — Prudential Standard CPS 232 Business Continuity Management
CPS 232 is an Australian Prudential Standard that outlines the requirements for regulated entities to maintain and manage effective business continuity plans. It ensures that entities are prepared to address and recover from disruptions to their operations.
- Issuer
- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Jul 2017
CPS 230 — Prudential Standard CPS 230 Operational Risk Management
CPS 230 sets out requirements for APRA-regulated entities to effectively manage operational risks. It covers obligations on governance, risk frameworks, and risk controls to ensure resilience against operational disruptions.
- Issuer
- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Jul 2023
RG 166 — RG 166 AFS Licensing: Financial Requirements
RG 166 provides financial requirements for holders of an Australian Financial Services (AFS) licence, which vary based on the financial products and services offered. It excludes entities regulated by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) that are not required to comply with specific provisions of the Corporations Act 2001.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
- Updated
- Sep 2023
RG 104 — RG 104 AFS Licensing: Meeting the General Obligations
This regulatory guide provides information for Australian Financial Services (AFS) licensees and applicants about compliance with general obligations under section 912A(1) of the Corporations Act. It outlines what ASIC looks for during assessments of compliance.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
RG 105 — RG 105 AFS Licensing: Organisational Competence
This guide outlines the requirements for Australian financial services (AFS) licensees and applicants to meet the 'organisational competence obligation' under the Corporations Act. It provides clarity on compliance expectations relating to the qualifications, experience, and capability of key individuals within the licensee's organization.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
CPS 510 — Prudential Standard CPS 510 Governance
This is a prudential standard issued by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) to provide requirements for governance of regulated entities. It focuses on promoting sound corporate governance practices.
- Issuer
- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
RG 270 — RG 270 Whistleblower Policies
This guide provides entities with information on establishing whistleblower policies that comply with legal obligations under the Corporations Act. It includes guidance for both entities required to have such policies and those managing whistleblowing under legal frameworks.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
RG 259 — RG 259 Risk management systems of fund operators
This regulatory guide provides specific guidance for Australian financial services (AFS) licensees that are responsible entities or corporate directors (fund operators) on how to comply with their obligation under s912A(1)(h) of the Corporations Act 2001 to maintain adequate risk management systems.
- Issuer
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Jurisdiction
- Australia
ISO/IEC 27001:2013 — ISO/IEC 27001:2013 - Information technology — Security techniques — Information security management systems — Requirements
ISO/IEC 27001:2013 specifies the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS). It also includes guidelines for assessing and addressing information security risks in organizations.
- Issuer
- ISO/IEC
- Jurisdiction
- Global
- Version
- 2013
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 — ISO/IEC 27001:2022 - Information security, cybersecurity and privacy protection — Information security management systems — Requirements
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is an international standard defining requirements for an information security management system (ISMS). It helps organizations establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve their information security processes to manage data-related risks.
- Issuer
- ISO/IEC
- Jurisdiction
- Global
- Version
- 2022
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