AML / KYC

Fintech / Regtech

India's New Cyber Fraud System Showing Early Signs of Success

By Editors | 24/12/2025

Over 1,000 Indian financial institutions are now using a government platform that has so far prevented INR 6.6 billion in fraud losses.

Fintech / Regtech

China Finalises Rules for Unified Social Credit Identifier for Organisations

By Editors | 24/12/2025

New measures mandate a unique, lifelong code for all legal entities, aiming to streamline regulation and support the national social credit system.

Enforcement

Malaysia to Launch New Scam Response Centre with Embedded Bank Staff

By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

The new hub will house bank representatives to speed up fund freezes as the government signals further measures for financial institutions.

Enforcement

Australia's Anti-Scam Framework a 'Missed Opportunity', GASA Says

By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

The Global Anti-Scam Alliance criticises the Treasury's reliance on industry codes and calls for a powerful central anti-scam body.

Securities / Derivatives

FSC Korea Sets Out Sweeping Reform Programme for 2026

By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

FSC Chairman Lee Eog-weon, outlining a three-pronged strategy focused on "Productive Finance", "Inclusive Finance", and "Trusted Finance".

Enforcement

Philippines Widens Asset Freeze in PHP 20.3B Flood Control Probe

By Editors | 23/12/2025

The AML has frozen over 1,100 new bank accounts, bringing the total value of restricted assets to PHP 20.3 billion.

Crypto / Digital Assets

India Grants Regulatory Approval for Coinbase Stake in CoinDCX

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/12/2025

The CCI approval follows Coinbase's recent financial intelligence unit registration as it targets a full relaunch with rupee services in 2026.

AML / KYC

Cambodia Unveils New Financial Sector Strategy for 2025-2030

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/12/2025

New five-year plan details 866 measures to bolster resilience, with a focus on digitalisation, de-dollarisation, and sustainable finance.

Sanctions

Singapore Police Arrests Superyacht Captain in Prince Group Probe

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/12/2025

The arrestee was the captain of a superyacht owned by Chen Zhi, a Cambodian tycoon who allegedly masterminded one of Asia’s largest transnational criminal organisations.