CRYPTO / DIGITAL ASSETS

Crypto / Digital Assets

MAS Tightens Grip on Crypto Firms Serving Overseas Clients

By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2025

MAS finalises rules imposing strict licensing and compliance standards on Singapore-based digital token service providers serving overseas investors.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC Chief Vows Tough Enforcement as AML/CTF Net Widens

By Nathan Lynch | 02/06/2025

As Australia expands its AML/CTF regime, Brendan Thomas warns of strict action against businesses that ignore obligations and enable financial crime.

Enforcement

ASIC Sues Former Blockchain Global Director Over ACX Exchange Collapse

By Editors | 01/06/2025

ASIC sues ex-Blockchain Global director over alleged mismanagement leading to ACX Exchange collapse and A$20mn in customer losses.

Capital / Liquidity

FSS Korea Urges Banks to Build Up Cushions Against Loan Losses

By Manesh Samtani | 01/06/2025

The FSS asked FIs to bolster their capital, better manage their NPLs, and ensure their infrastructure is prepared for AI […]

Crypto / Digital Assets

Thailand to Block Crypto Platforms Under New Tech Crime Law

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The action follows the enactment of a new law which provides regulators powers to block unauthorised digital assets platforms.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Vietnamese Woman Arrested in Thailand over Alleged Crypto Fraud

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Ngo Thi Theu faces charges for her involvement in a crypto investment fraud that employed call centres in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Pakistan to Establish Bitcoin Reserve, Allocate Power for Mining

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The government aims to integrate digital assets into its financial strategy and establish a strategic bitcoin reserve, inspired by US policy.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC Orders Compliance Audits for Two Australian Casinos

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The auditors will assess each casino’s compliance with AML/CTF laws and regulations. AUSTRAC will decide on further action based on the findings.

AML / KYC

US Sanctions Philippines-based Firm for Facilitating Cyber Scams

By Editors | 29/05/2025

Funnull Technology Inc provides IP addresses and other web infrastructure to cybercriminals to host scam platforms and other malicious web content.