Anti-Money Laundering

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

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    NAB Calls for National Strategy to Combat Sophisticated Mortgage Fraud

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/07/2026

    The bank has exited or suspended several parties amid an industry-wide fraud probe and is now urging a coordinated government and cross-sector response.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    OJK Indonesia, UNODC Lead Regional Push Against Online Scams

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/07/2026

    The initiative aims to strengthen financial intelligence, harmonise AML/CFT frameworks and improve cross-border information sharing as digital fraud becomes increasingly linked to money laundering.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Australia's 'Tranche 2' AML Reforms Targeting DNFBPs Go Live

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/07/2026

    New laws bring lawyers, accountants and real estate agents into the AML/CTF regime, as Australia prepares for its upcoming FATF evaluation.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    China Proposes New Rules to Streamline and Tighten Gold Trade

    By Mark Johnston | 01/07/2026

    China’s central bank and customs agency are seeking feedback on draft rules to facilitate the gold trade while tightening compliance checks for licensees.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Thai SEC Proposes Risk Management Rules for Digital Asset Transfers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 01/07/2026

    The securities regulator has launched a consultation on draft ‘Travel Rule’ requirements for digital asset firms to manage money laundering and cybercrime risks.

    Payments & Settlements

    Bangladesh Mandates Bangla QR for All Merchant Payments

    By Editors | 01/07/2026

    The central bank's move, effective 1 July, aims to accelerate the country's transition towards a cashless economy and enhance regulatory oversight.

    KYC & CDD

    India’s IFSCA Proposes Mandatory Integration with KYC Agencies

    By Nithya Subramanian | 30/06/2026

    The GIFT City regulator has set out firm deadlines for all regulated firms to connect with a central KYC system.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Bangladesh Proposes Sweeping Law to Combat Online Gambling

    By Nithya Subramanian | 30/06/2026

    The bill introduces stringent financial surveillance measures, AI-powered monitoring, and harsh penalties for operators, payment providers, and technology firms.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    FATF Demands Myanmar Tackle Illicit Finance from Scam Networks

    By Editors | 30/06/2026

    FATF has maintained Myanmar on its blacklist, urging it to act against extensive cyber-fraud operations and their significant illicit finance risks.

    Data Privacy

    Korea Fines Bithumb for Cross-Border Data Violations

    By Mark Johnston | 30/06/2026

    The KRW 210 million penalty comes with new privacy guidelines for the blockchain industry, signalling heightened scrutiny of data handling practices.

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