Enforcement

Enforcement

India's ED Attaches Billionaire Anil Ambani's Home in Fraud Probe

By Editors | 02/03/2026

The action is part of a widening investigation into alleged bank loan defaults at Reliance Communications totalling over INR 400 billion.

Enforcement

US Seizes $580m in Crypto from Southeast Asian Scam Networks

By Mark Johnston | 02/03/2026

A US task force has seized millions in cryptocurrency from transnational crime syndicates orchestrating investment frauds across Southeast Asia.

AML / KYC

Commonwealth Bank Investigates Suspected Loan Fraud, Cites AI Use

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/03/2026

CBA has filed reports to police and regulators over fears that doctored applications, some using AI, were used to obtain loans.

Capital / Liquidity

ASX Submits Plan to ASIC on Governance & Leadership Enhancements

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/03/2026

The exchange operator has detailed governance changes and a plan to meet a AUD 150 million capital requirement from ASIC.

Enforcement

BNM Fines 13 Money Changers for Inadequate Funds, Weak Controls

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/03/2026

BNM has imposed penalties on 13 licensed money changers, underscoring the regulator’s focus on financial integrity and consumer protection.

Securities / Derivatives

China Drafts Tough New Audit Law to Tackle Fraud & Misconduct

By Manesh Samtani | 02/03/2026

Draft law doubles fines for misconduct, introduces lifetime bans, and tightens entry rules for firms auditing listed companies.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Scrutinises YES Bank Over Forex Card Security Breach

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2026

The RBI has summoned senior executives after unauthorised transactions linked to a data security lapse which affected about 5,000 prepaid forex card customers.

Enforcement

Hong Kong SFC Bans Former Representative of Sun Hung Kai for Life

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/02/2026

The individual conducted unauthorised trades and forged documents over a five-year period to conceal significant client losses.

Securities / Derivatives

Philippines SEC Revamps Procedural Rules to Speed Up Case Adjudication

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/02/2026

The SEC has replaced its 2016 rulebook, introducing streamlined processes and a greater emphasis on electronic case management.