AML / KYC

    Enforcement

    Indian Authorities Arrest Four Involved in IDFC First Bank Fraud

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/02/2026

    Former bank employees allegedly colluded with external parties to siphon funds through a complex scheme, prompting arrests and raising questions about IDFC First Bank's internal controls.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Asia Pacific and the Shape of Fraud to Come

    By Bradley Maclean | 26/02/2026

    As scams become an industrial operation in Asia-Pacific, the region offers a glimpse into the future of global digital fraud.

    AML / KYC

    KoFIU Unveils Plan to Reform AML Training for Financial Firms

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/02/2026

    KoFIU said it will shift focus from training hours to practical skills, introducing new certification systems and sector-specific courses.

    Sanctions

    Binance Facing US Probe After Reports of Iran-Linked Transactions

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    Binance is fighting "defamatory" media reports while facing a new US Senate inquiry into its compliance and alleged ties to sanctioned entities.

    Sanctions

    NZ, UK, Canada Target Russian 'Shadow Fleet' with New Sanctions

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    Coordinated measures target oil revenues and financial networks, with New Zealand designating 100 vessels and the UK sanctioning a New Zealand-based insurer.

    Fintech / Regtech

    FATF Sounds Alarm on 'Widespread and Damaging' Cyber-Enabled Fraud

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    New report highlights the escalating money laundering risks from digital fraud, citing a surge in cases in jurisdictions like Singapore.

    Sanctions

    Cambodia Orders Panda Bank Liquidation Amid Illicit Finance Links

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    The move follows the bank's deteriorating finances and reports linking it to a US-sanctioned firm accused of laundering billions for scam networks.

    Enforcement

    RBI Monitoring Suspected Fraud Case at IDFC First Bank

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/02/2026

    The RBI is closely overseeing the investigation into a INR 5.9 billion fraud at IDFC First Bank, reassuring depositors that their accounts remain secure.

    AML / KYC

    India to Fast-Track Money Laundering Investigations

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/02/2026

    Enforcement Directorate to file 500 chargesheets this fiscal year and target completion of investigations within two years.

    AML / KYC

    AUSTRAC Publishes Proposed Funding Model for 2025-26

    By Mark Johnston | 24/02/2026

    The regulator is seeking stakeholder feedback on its proposed funding model, which exempts Tranche 2 entities pending a future comprehensive review.

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