AML / KYC

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    US Senators Propose Regulatory Framework for Crypto Assets

    By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2022

    The CFTC would be granted authority over crypto spot markets, based on the understanding that “most digital assets are more similar to commodities than securities”.

    AML / KYC

    GCFFC Forms New Technology Experts Working Group

    By Editors | 08/06/2022

    The working group will identify areas of the fighting financial crime ecosystem that would benefit most from available technology upgrades.

    AML / KYC

    EU Proposes to Make AML Compliance a Licence Condition

    By Editors | 05/06/2022

    EBA, EIOPA and ESMA propose that AML/CTF compliance be a specific requirement for firms, including crypto firms, to obtain and maintain their licences.

    AML / KYC

    Former CSRC Official Sentenced to Death With Reprieve

    By Editors | 05/06/2022

    A former CSRC official and Communist Party city chief was found to have taken $41mn in bribes between 2004 and 2020.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Japan Approves Law Clarifying Legal Status of Stablecoins

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/06/2022

    Under the revision bill, only licensed banks, trust companies, and registered money transfer agents will be able to issue stablecoins.

    AML / KYC

    US to Seek New UN Sanctions if DPRK Tests Nuclear Weapon

    By Editors | 03/06/2022

    The US tried to impose new UN sanctions on North Korea last week but the resolution was vetoed by China and Russia.

    AML / KYC

    Singapore Banks to Adopt More Scam Prevention Measures

    By Darien Choong | 02/06/2022

    The measures include an emergency self-service ‘kill switch’, enhancements to fraud surveillance systems, and additional customer confirmations.

    AML / KYC

    US Issues New Russia Sanctions, EU Approves 6th Package

    By Editors | 02/06/2022

    The US is targeting more Russian government and business officials and technology. The EU approved an embargo on seaborne oil imports.

    AML / KYC

    More Chinese Firms Fall Under India Probe for ‘Irregularities’

    By Editors | 02/06/2022

    The MCA says it has received information that indicates potential violations including fraud by Chinese companies operating in India.

    AML / KYC

    Malaysia SC Offers Guidance on Detecting Fake Investment Firms

    By Editors | 01/06/2022

    In one case, approximately $821,000 flowed through one mule bank account controlled by scam operators within a period of six months.

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