Enforcement

AML / KYC

ASEAN Forms Working Group Targeting Financial and Cyber-enabled Crime

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/10/2025

The dedicated working group on money laundering is aimed at bolstering regional action against financial crime, cyber scams, and other transnational threats.

Enforcement

MAS Imposes 10-year Ban on Ex-trader for Market Misconduct

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/10/2025

MAS has barred Tang Boon Hai for 10 years following his conviction for false trading and market manipulation involving KTL Global shares.

AML / KYC

Malaysian Consumer Group Seeks Tougher Penalties for Telcos Over Rising Scams

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/10/2025

The Malaysian Muslim Consumers Association is calling on the government to fine telcos up to MYR 50,000 for lax SIM registration procedures.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Jails Ex-Exec of Listed Company for Money Laundering

By Editors | 29/10/2025

Wong Ming Chun of delisted Hua Han Health was sentenced to over seven years, prompting a strong warning on corporate governance from the SFC.

Enforcement

Entain's Bold Gamble on “Reasonable Precautions” Defence In AML Lawsuit

By Nathan Lynch | 29/10/2025

Sports betting giant Entain is punting on a novel AML/CTF defence, which could set a precedent for businesses that find themselves in AUSTRAC's enforcement crosshairs.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Bans Ex-BOCOM Banker for Nominee Account Trading

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/10/2025

The former BOCOM banker used his mother's account for over 260 trades to circumvent internal controls over a five-year period.

Enforcement

South Korea, Cambodia Form Task Force to Combat Online Scams

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/10/2025

The joint task force will focus on protecting Korean nationals from online scams run by organised syndicates in Cambodia.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Unveils 23 Measures to Bolster Investor Protection

By Editors | 28/10/2025

The new guidelines target fairer trading, stricter enforcement, and enhanced protections throughout the listing and delisting process.

Fintech / Regtech

Thailand Raids Worldcoin-Linked Exchange, Citing Unlicensed Operations

By Editors | 27/10/2025

Authorities arrest suspects at a Bangkok location, alleging violations of digital asset laws and highlighting money laundering and scam risks.