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AML / KYC
AML / KYC
SEBI Sets New Standards for Related Party Transactions
By Nithya Subramanian | 15/02/2025
From 1 April, listed entities will have to provide more details when seeking audit committee and shareholder approval for related party transactions.
Enforcement
260 Victims Rescued from Myanmar Scam Compounds
By Nithya Subramanian | 14/02/2025
The victims, rescued by a rebel group, came from 20 different countries, with the majority originating from African and Asian nations.
Enforcement
Four Arrested in International Operation Against 8Base Ransomware Group
By Thisanka Siripala | 14/02/2025
The international operation involved law enforcement agencies from 14 countries, including the US, UK, Japan, Singapore and Thailand.
Sanctions
US Releases Convicted Former Operator of BTC-e in Prison Swap
By Editors | 14/02/2025
Alexander Vinnik was in US custody awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty last year for conspiracy to commit money laundering.
AML / KYC
Australia Passes “World-leading” Scams Prevention Legislation
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/02/2025
The law will introduce mandatory obligations for banks, telcos and social media platforms to prevent, detect and disrupt scams
AML / KYC
ABS Launches Automated Bill of Lading Verification for Banks
By Nithya Subramanian | 13/02/2025
The tool, developed through a collaboration between the ABS Trade Finance Registry and SGTraDex, will help banks better tackle trade finance fraud.
AML / KYC
Transparency International: Global Corruption to Impact Climate Action
By Nithya Subramanian | 13/02/2025
Latest Corruption Perceptions Index results highlight that weak anti-corruption efforts threaten democracy, enable money laundering, and put climate funds at risk
AML / KYC
Australian Court Commences Trial Against Star Casino Executives
By Thisanka Siripala | 11/02/2025
The trial will examine whether 10 former executives and directors knowingly allowed money laundering and criminal activity at Star casinos.
Fintech / Regtech
RBI to Boost Security of Cross-border CNP Transactions
By Nithya Subramanian | 11/02/2025
The RBI proposes to require an additional factor of authentication for card-not-present transactions initiated by overseas merchants or acquirers
AML / KYC
OJK Indonesia Issues New Bank Secrecy Regulations
By Editors | 11/02/2025
The regulations introduce clearer procedures for authorities requesting information from banks and for banks tasked with fulfilling such requests.
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