AML / KYC

    AML / KYC

    China Proposes to Enhance Licencing System for Dual-use Goods

    By Darien Choong | 26/04/2022

    The draft regulations are aimed at fulfilling China’s international obligations on non-proliferation and addressing the fragmented structure of the existing rule system for export controls.

    AML / KYC

    AMLC Philippines Launches Review of Sanctions Screening Practices

    By Editors | 26/04/2022

    The AMLC has partnered with AML Analytics as its testing and validation partner to conduct a thematic review of customer- and transaction-screening systems at FIs and DNFBPs.

    AML / KYC

    RBI Expands LEI Requirements for Corporate Borrowers

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/04/2022

    The RBI has prescribed timelines for borrowers with exposure of INR 50 million to obtain an LEI, including customers of NBFCs and UCBs.

    AML / KYC

    Australia Sanctions More Russian Lawmakers, US Blocks Port Access

    By Editors | 26/04/2022

    Australia has now sanctioned nearly 750 individuals and entities in response to the war in Ukraine. Russian-affiliated vessels are prohibited from entering US ports.

    AML / KYC

    PwC Concludes Review of OCBC Anti Fraud Systems

    By Ranamita Chakraborty | 26/04/2022

    A review of OCBC’s anti-fraud systems and procedures concluded that the bank should take a more “integrated approach” to combat fraud and scams.

    AML / KYC

    FCA Directs Challenger Banks to Bolster FCC Controls

    By Editors | 26/04/2022

    The FCA said it found weaknesses relating to customer due diligence, risk assessment, management of transaction monitoring alerts, and SAR quality.

    AML / KYC

    Philippine Banks Directed to Monitor Gaming-related Transactions

    By Editors | 25/04/2022

    FIs are asked to bolster their CDD and file reports when suspicious transactions are observed involving play-to-earn games such as the recently-hacked Axie Infinity.

    AML / KYC

    Chinese Payments Firms Take Steps to Stop Online Fraud

    By Editors | 25/04/2022

    Alipay removed more than 170,000 accounts linked to illegal activity, just days after the government issued guidance on combatting internet fraud.

    AML / KYC

    FSS Korea Launches Probe Over Shinhan Card Frauds

    By Editors | 25/04/2022

    Shinhan Card is directed to enhance its card issuance and fraud prevention systems, and compensate customers for losses.

    AML / KYC

    European Crypto Firms Push Back Against Proposed Regulations

    By Editors | 24/04/2022

    Crypto firms say requiring them to disclose transaction details and wallet addresses will undermine the privacy and safety of digital asset owners.

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