AML / KYC

Philippines AMLC Secures 4th Freeze Order in Flood Control Corruption Probe

06/10/2025

The AMLC has frozen more bank accounts, properties, and virtual currencies linked to alleged irregularities in public infrastructure spending.

Fintech / Regtech

Vietnam Taps State Telcos for CBDC Research Amid Broader Crypto Push

06/10/2025

The SBV has assigned Viettel and MobiFone to conduct foundational research on a CBDC, as the country simultaneously pilots new rules for tokenised assets.

ESG / Sustainability

UNEP FI Updates Climate Target-Setting Guidance for Banks

06/10/2025

The updated guidance expands scope to include capital markets activities and recommends that banks publish transition plans within 12 months of setting targets.

Enforcement

Thai Police Arrest Key Figure in THB 5 Billion Money Laundering Network

06/10/2025

Authorities in Bangkok have arrested a woman accused of facilitating mule bank accounts for a transnational criminal network with over THB 5 billion in circulation.

AMRO Offers Recommendations to ASEAN+3 on Mitigating USD Risks

06/10/2025

AMRO’s policy recommendations focus on local currency use, digital payments, and strengthening the USD 240 billion CMIM facility.

ESG / Sustainability

ASIC Sues Fund Manager Fiducian Over ESG Governance Failures

06/10/2025

ASIC alleges that Fiducian Investment Management Services failed to validate its ESG claims and ignored investor complaints for years.

RBI Recognises First Self-Regulatory Organisation for NBFC Sector

03/10/2025

The RBI has approved the Finance Industry Development Council as the first self-regulatory organisation for the NBFC sector under its new omnibus framework.

Capital / Liquidity

Malaysia and WIPO to Pilot IP-Backed Financing for SMEs

01/10/2025

The partnership aims to unlock new funding avenues by enabling Malaysian firms to use intellectual property such as patents and trademarks as collateral.

New Zealand FMA Issues New Guidance on Complaints Handling

01/10/2025

The FMA has put financial firms on notice, outlining expectations for fair and transparent complaints processes following research showing significant consumer barriers.