AML / KYC

Fintech / Regtech

Japan Proposes Rules for Handling Foreign-Issued Stablecoins

By Manesh Samtani | 04/02/2026

The proposals would bring certain foreign trust-based stablecoins into Japan's regulatory framework, imposing strict equivalence and due diligence rules on local handlers.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong to Raise Licensing Fees for Money Service Operators

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026

The government plans to increase licensing fees for money service operators by up to 15 percent, with implementation set for May 2026.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong to Issue First Stablecoin Licences in March

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/02/2026

Eddie Yue said the HKMA plans to grant a "very small number" of stablecoin issuer licences under its new regulatory regime.

AML / KYC

Singapore to Step Up Enforcement Against NRIC Misuse from 2027

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/02/2026

The PDPC has flagged common data protection lapses, warning organisations to strengthen controls during system migrations and improve monitoring to detect unusual access patterns.

Enforcement

India Dismantles Cybercrime Rings Laundering Millions via Crypto, Real Estate

By Editors | 03/02/2026

Indian agencies, with FBI and Interpol support, have raided networks using call centres and crypto to defraud international victims.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Philippines Bans Banks From Dealing with Unregistered Crypto Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/02/2026

New rules prohibit dealings with unlicensed virtual asset service providers and restrict retail customer access to offshore platforms.

Market Infrastructure

China to Impose Strict New Cybercrime Duties on Financial Firms

By Manesh Samtani | 03/02/2026

New rules mandate dynamic ID checks, payment monitoring, and cross-border asset freezes, with heavy penalties for non-compliance by financial service providers.

AML / KYC

FSC Korea to Double Pool of Appointed AML Sanctions Committee Experts

By Mark Johnston | 03/02/2026

The FSC has proposed expanding its sanctions committee to handle a rising caseload and ensure diverse expertise in deliberations.

AML / KYC

Indonesia FIU Flags IDR 2 Quadrillion in Suspect Funds from 2025 STRs

By Editors | 02/02/2026

PPATK highlights significant flows from illegal mining and tax evasion, while noting a 20% drop in online gambling transactions.