Background
The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) and the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 2 September 2026 to cooperate on innovation and digital-technology development in the securities sector. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed on 2 September 2026 between the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia and the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology.
The cooperation framework focuses on researching and testing technologies such as blockchain and artificial intelligence to support automation, operational modernization, regulatory efficiency, and productivity growth in securities markets. A workshop on the use of artificial intelligence and advanced digital tools for work efficiency and risk management in the securities sector was held at the FSA Building following the signing.
Key Developments
The MoU signing was authorized by H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth and took place with SERC represented by H.E. Sou Socheat, Delegate of the Royal Government in charge as Director General, and CADT represented by H.E. Dr. Seng Sopheap. Both institutions announced capacity-building activities aimed at improving digital literacy among SERC officials and staff of regulated entities, and they co-organized a workshop titled “The Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Advanced Digital Tools to Enhance Work Efficiency and Risk Management in the Securities Sector.”
Institutional Role
SERC functions as the regulator responsible for oversight of Cambodia’s securities market and for supervising entities under its mandate. CADT is positioned as a partner institution for technical support and training in digital technologies, providing expertise intended to support SERC’s capacity-building objectives under the MoU.
Market Impact
The MoU explicitly identifies research and pilot testing of blockchain and AI as mechanisms to support automation and modernization of market operations. The agreement also highlights regulatory efficiency and productivity as stated objectives, and it commits to developing staff capabilities to select and implement digital tools appropriate to specific operational needs.
