AML / KYC

AML / KYC

Scam Liability in Asia: A Spectrum of Policies, One Common Fight

By Anurag Mohapatra | 04/06/2025

Asia’s diverse anti-scam policies reflect local contexts, Anurag Mohapatra writes, highlighting the need for trust, coordination, and accountability.

Enforcement

ACMA Fines Telco for Breaching ID Verification Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/06/2025

Mobile numbers were inadvertently transferred to scammers, resulting in losses from consumers’ bank accounts.

Fintech / Regtech

Bangladesh Bank Directs Banks to Monitor for Online Gambling

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

FIs are directed to actively monitor for any involvement in online gambling and, where needed, employ AI tools to detect suspicious transactions.

Enforcement

New Zealand DIA Warns Money Remitter for AML Noncompliance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/06/2025

The DIA said further action may be taken if noncompliance with New Zealand’s AML/CFT laws continues.

AML / KYC

BSP Approves Rules to Implement New Anti-Scam Law

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/06/2025

BSP approved changes to rules on freezing of suspicious funds, account information sharing, and IT risk management.

AML / KYC

Indonesia and France to Strengthen Financial Cooperation

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

The central banks will collaborate on a range of initiatives, including digital payments, sustainable finance, and AML/CTF measures.

AML / KYC

Korea Enhances Fraud Compensation Scheme for Bank Customers

By Mark Johnston | 03/06/2025

New rules to be implemented by Q3 2025 will speed up and increase payouts to bank customers hit by scams.

Fintech / Regtech

KFB Partners With Telecom Firms to Combat Voice Phishing

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

The cross-industry initiative to combat voice phishing leverages artificial intelligence and shared databases to boost early detection and response.

AML / KYC

Japan FSA Enhances Rules on Management of Safe Deposit Boxes

By Editors | 03/06/2025

The new guidelines target theft prevention and money laundering risks in safe deposit box operations at major and regional banks.