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AML / KYC
US DOJ Charges Two for NFT Fraud, Money Laundering
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2022
The two defendants promised benefits to NFTs buyers and then transferred the $1.1mn in crypto proceeds to various wallets under their control.
Big Picture
FSB Publishes Work Programme for 2022
By Editors | 31/03/2022
Key focus areas include work to address Covid-19 scarring effects, enhance cross-border payments, and address financial risks from climate change.
AML / KYC
Taiwan Central Bank Warns of Fraud Via Bitcoin ATMs
By Darien Choong | 31/03/2022
Bitcoin ATMs in Taiwan are being used to scam victims who attempt to transfer cash to specific accounts to purchase cryptoassets.
Enforcement
Singapore Police, Banks Step Up Scam Intervention Efforts
By Editors | 31/03/2022
In a four-day operation last week, the police and five banks intervened in 150 scam cases, which resulted in the arrests of 35 individuals.
Fintech / Regtech
Vietnam to Develop Legal Framework for Virtual Assets
By Editors | 31/03/2022
Vietnam’s prime minister has asked government ministries and the central bank to develop a legal and regulatory framework for virtual assets and electronic money.
AML / KYC
Japan to Tighten Russia Sanctions, G7 Rejects Ruble Option
By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2022
Japan to impose new requirements on crypto exchanges. G7 rejects Russian demand for gas payments in rubles. US to help EU reduce dependence on Russian energy.
Crypto / Digital Assets
HKEX Sets Out Vision to Build ‘Marketplace of the Future’
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2022
HKEX will introduce a new platform for ESG-related products, ETF connect schemes with the mainland, more yuan products, and more listing reforms.
Fintech / Regtech
Huobi Seeks to Launch Retail Crypto ETF in HK
By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2022
Huobi Tech has structured the ETF so that it won’t be restricted to just professional investors, possibly through the use of crypto futures listed on overseas exchanges.
Crypto / Digital Assets
BOT Offers Update on Transition to Sustainable Digital Economy
By Editors | 29/03/2022
The BOT will publish a virtual bank licensing framework by Q2 2022, and directions on its open banking policy in Q3 2022.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Thailand SEC Unveils 2022-2024 Strategic Plan
By Editors | 29/03/2022
The SEC will seek to enhance competitiveness, ensure inclusiveness, and strengthen trust and confidence in the capital market.
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