AML / KYC

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Unveils SWAGAT FI Framework to Simplify Foreign Investor Access

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/01/2026

The new single-window regime aims to cut red tape for well-regulated foreign investors, allowing easier, faster access to Indian capital markets.

Securities / Derivatives

Vietnam Sets Tight Deadline for Ho Chi Minh City Financial Hub

By Editors | 19/01/2026

The government will launch a new arbitration centre and specialised court as it develops a regulatory framework to attract global finance.

AML / KYC

SEBI to Overhaul KYC Rules to Strengthen AML Oversight

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/01/2026

The consultation paper outlines changes ranging from centralised client information and automated re-KYC alerts to relaxed address verification rules, aimed at balancing ease of onboarding with risk management.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Google to Block Unlicensed Foreign Crypto Apps in Korea

By Editors | 19/01/2026

New policy requires proof of local regulatory approval, putting access to major exchanges like Binance and OKX at risk.

AML / KYC

FIU-India Ramps Up AI-led AML Enforcement, Crypto Sector Oversight

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/01/2026

The FIU-IND expanded supervision across banks, markets and crypto platforms, using AI-led analytics to speed up investigations and strengthen cooperation with domestic and global agencies.

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.

AML / KYC

Bank of Thailand Seeking Powers to Regulate Online Gold Trading

By Editors | 15/01/2026

Thai authorities to impose trading caps on digital gold and enforce crypto travel rule to combat illicit financial flows.