Enforcement

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.

Securities / Derivatives

China Lifts Whistleblower Reward Cap to CNY 1 Mln for Securities Offences

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/01/2026

The new framework significantly boosts financial incentives and legal protections to encourage reporting of major securities violations.

Enforcement

MAS Bans Former Fund Manager Over Fraudulent Bond Trades

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/01/2026

MAS has barred Sun Weiyeh for seven years after he was convicted of defrauding investors through improper bond transactions that caused losses to an externally held fund.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Expands Joint Task Force to Combat Stock Manipulation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/01/2026

Authorities will create a second team within a multi-agency unit to enhance the detection and punishment of market abuse.