Enforcement

Enforcement

FSS Korea Launches Special Governance Probe at Major Banking Groups

By Mark Johnston | 19/01/2026

FSS Korea launches probe into eight major banking groups amid concerns over entrenched CEOs, weakened board oversight, and alleged ‘inner circle’ influence.

Enforcement

Japan FSA to Probe Prudential Life as CEO Quits Over Fraud

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/01/2026

The FSA is considering disciplinary action after an internal probe found over 100 staff bilked 500 customers in a scandal dating back decades.

Enforcement

SEBI Gives In-principle Nod to NSE Settlement in Co-location Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/01/2026

The regulator’s approval of the NSE’s settlement plea in the long-standing co-location case brings India’s largest exchange closer to its much-delayed public listing.

Enforcement

Korea Launches Multi-agency Task Force to Curb Illicit FX Flows

By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2026

New six-agency body to target underground banking and asset flight as regulators also lean on banks to curb dollar demand.

Enforcement

China Details Use of AI, Crypto-Tracing in New Anti-Graft Campaign

By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2026

A state television series reveals how investigators are tracking officials' spending and using big data to uncover bribes paid in cryptocurrency.

Enforcement

Cambodian Authorities Intensify Crackdown on Online Scam Networks

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/01/2026

Cambodia has stepped up raids and regulatory measures against online fraud, as Prime Minister Hun Manet flags cybercrime as a top national priority amid growing global pressure.

Enforcement

South Korea to Intensify Crackdown on Illegal Debt Collection in 2026

By Mark Johnston | 16/01/2026

Financial regulators have unveiled a comprehensive plan to expand legal support for victims and strengthen enforcement against illegal private lenders this year.

Securities / Derivatives

China Scrutinises Foreign Firms in Domestic ETF Market

By Editors | 15/01/2026

Regulators are seeking information on foreign trading patterns, following India's investigation into market maker Jane Street's activities.

Enforcement

Indonesia: OJK & Police Deepen Cooperation to Tackle Financial Scams

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/01/2026

The closer collaboration is expected to speed up scam investigations, strengthen enforcement and accelerate the recovery of victims’ funds amid a surge in online fraud cases.