Enforcement

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.

Securities / Derivatives

FINRA Probes Broker-Dealers Over China Small-Cap IPOs and Trading

By Editors | 27/10/2025

The US self-regulatory body is scrutinising underwriting and trading practices, demanding detailed information on due diligence, anti-manipulation, and AML controls.

AML / KYC

Philippine AMLC Inks Pact with DPWH on Stolen Funds Recovery

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/10/2025

The AMLC and DPWH have formalised an asset recovery pact as the value of frozen assets linked to the flood control corruption probe nears PHP 5.2 billion.