AML / KYC

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Pakistan Establishes Permanent Legal Basis for Crypto Regulator

    By Mark Johnston | 10/03/2026

    The new law formalises PVARA's powers, sets strict licensing mandates, and introduces severe penalties for non-compliance, fulfilling a key IMF condition.

    AML / KYC

    Financial Crime is Scaling Faster than Institutions Meant to Stop It

    By Bradley Maclean | 10/03/2026

    Experts at Risk Ready APAC 2026 warn that AI enabled scams are moving faster than legacy compliance and enforcement models can respond.

    Enforcement

    KoFIU Proposes Six-Month Suspension, CEO Reprimand for Bithumb

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2026

    KoFIU cites AML failures, including dealings with unregistered overseas crypto platforms, ahead of a final decision expected on 16 March.

    AML / KYC

    Singapore Police Arrests Capital Asia Directors, Freezes S$160m in AML Probe

    By Nithya Subramanian | 10/03/2026

    A joint operation by the police and MAS was initiated after receiving information about possible unlawful activities by the company.

    Sanctions

    US Targets Foreign Cybercrime Havens in New Executive Order

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2026

    Order directs agencies to pursue transnational criminals and warns nations harbouring them of sanctions and other penalties.

    AML / KYC

    Cambodia Reiterates Commitment to Eradicating Online Scams by April

    By Nithya Subramanian | 10/03/2026

    Cambodia is drafting new laws that will hold responsible those who rent houses to perpetrators or provide infrastructure to scam syndicates.

    Fintech / Regtech

    FSS Korea Announces 2026 Work Plan to Combat Financial Crime

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2026

    FSS details its plan to combat fraud, including potential no-fault liability for financial institutions and enhanced AML supervision.

    Enforcement

    Global Drug Network Dismantled After Swedish Phone Seizure

    By Manesh Samtani | 09/03/2026

    An international operation targeting drug trafficking and money laundering has led to 15 arrests, including individuals in Australia and Thailand.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Launches Voluntary Debit Freeze Facility for Mutual Fund Investors

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/03/2026

    SEBI introduces a voluntary debit freeze for MF folios, allowing investors to block unauthorised withdrawals, enhance security, and maintain control over inflows and long-term holdings.

    AML / KYC

    Australia NASC Reports on Success of 'Romance Scam Fusion Cell'

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/03/2026

    Report details new frameworks trialled by banks and digital currency exchanges to identify and block funds destined for romance scammers.

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