Enforcement

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea FSS Warns Young Crypto Users of Penalties Under New Law

By Thisanka Siripala | 26/05/2025

The FSS said crypto investors may still be held liable for violations even if they are unaware of the law or are following prior trading practices.

Enforcement

ASIC Puts Consumer Lease Industry on Notice Following Review

By Thisanka Siripala | 26/05/2025

ASIC finds evidence of customer harm despite consumer lease reforms. Providers are also shifting to alternative credit products.

Enforcement

Thai Police Arrest Three Bank Employees for Aiding Scammers

By Mark Johnston | 26/05/2025

The bank employees reportedly helped Chinese scammers open bank accounts which enabled them to withdraw scam proceeds.

Enforcement

China Enhances Investor Protection with New Guidance

By Editors | 25/05/2025

China bolsters investor rights with new guidance targeting fraud, enhancing legal recourse, and promoting capital market stability.

Enforcement

Thai SEC Suspends KGI Securities and Execs Over IPO Due Diligence Lapses

By Mark Johnston | 25/05/2025

The SEC order suspends KGI’s approval to act as a financial advisor and suspends two individuals from acting as operations controllers for one year.

AML / KYC

Korea, UNODC Partner to Tackle Transnational Crime

By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2025

Korea’s National Police Agency and UNODC signed an MoU to formalise collaboration to combat transnational organised crime in Southeast Asia.

Enforcement

SESC Conducts Insider Trading Probe into IR Japan Employee

By Thisanka Siripala | 24/05/2025

An employee allegedly leaked undisclosed IR data from client companies to an acquaintance who repeatedly traded shares using the information.

AML / KYC

Fighting Scams is a Community Effort: Singapore Police

By Manesh Samtani | 23/05/2025

Aileen Yap said Singapore’s strategy to fighting scams relies on quick response and collaboration between all stakeholders.

Crypto / Digital Assets

ASIC Seeks High Court Ruling on Crypto ‘Financial Products’

By Editors | 22/05/2025

ASIC challenges Block Earner ruling, seeking High Court clarity on the regulatory scope of crypto “financial products.”