Anti-Money Laundering

    Coverage of global AML regulations, compliance standards, enforcement actions, and innovations in detecting and preventing money laundering activities.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Transparency International Finds Global FIUs Hamstrung by Data Gaps

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/06/2026

    A new report finds that while FIUs are key to fighting corruption, many lack the data, powers and independence to be effective.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    New Indonesian Bond Law Stokes Money Laundering Fears

    By Editors | 26/06/2026

    Critics warn that legal protections for investors in special government-backed bonds create a loophole for illicit finance, a charge the government denies.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Thailand Uncovers $300M Crypto Laundering Ring with Official Links

    By Mark Johnston | 26/06/2026

    A probe into illegal mining has revealed a vast network tied to Chinese capital, US fraud cases, and corruption within state agencies.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Singapore Probe into Prince Group Syndicate Nets S$600m in Assets

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/06/2026

    Police have named two Chinese nationals in an ongoing money laundering investigation linked to the sanctioned Cambodian scam syndicate.

    PEPs & Sanctions

    CoinEx Named as Primary Sanctions Exit Route for Iranian Crypto

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/06/2026

    Seychelles-based crypto exchange CoinEx allegedly facilitated USD 3.84 billion in transactions for sanctioned Iranian entities.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    China Touts 'New Stage' of AML Development with Sweeping Legal Reforms

    By Mark Johnston | 25/06/2026

    A revised AML law, a new beneficial ownership registry, and a risk-based approach mark a significant overhaul of China's financial crime framework.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Japan Arrests Alleged Second-in-Command of Sanctioned Prince Group

    By Nithya Subramanian | 25/06/2026

    The arrest, made on minor residency charges, connects to a multi-billion dollar international fraud and money laundering investigation.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Deeper Data Sharing Needed to Combat Industrialised Fraud

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/06/2026

    Experts at a Singapore conference argue voluntary partnerships are not enough, urging legal reforms and a mindset shift to disrupt networked criminal gangs.

    Cryptocurrency

    Vietnam Sets 'Controlled' Pilot for Crypto Market, Restricts Domestic Access

    By Mark Johnston | 25/06/2026

    The framework prioritises attracting foreign capital and meeting international AML standards, while initially limiting participation for local investors and banning derivatives.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    FATF Seeks Feedback on New Payment Transparency Guidance

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/06/2026

    The FATF is seeking input on draft guidance for its revised Recommendation 16, which introduces new alignment checks and data requirements for FIs.

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