Anti-Money Laundering

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

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Singapore Court Allows 1MDB’s $394m Claim Against BSI Bank to Proceed

    By Nithya Subramanian | 04/06/2025

    The court rejected BSI Bank’s bid to strike out the case, allowing 1MDB and Brazen Sky Limited to seek compensation.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Bangladesh Bank Directs Banks to Monitor for Online Gambling

    By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

    FIs are directed to actively monitor for any involvement in online gambling and, where needed, employ AI tools to detect suspicious transactions.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    New Zealand DIA Warns Money Remitter for AML Noncompliance

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/06/2025

    The DIA said further action may be taken if noncompliance with New Zealand’s AML/CFT laws continues.

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    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    BSP Approves Rules to Implement New Anti-Scam Law

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/06/2025

    BSP approved changes to rules on freezing of suspicious funds, account information sharing, and IT risk management.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Indonesia and France to Strengthen Financial Cooperation

    By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

    The central banks will collaborate on a range of initiatives, including digital payments, sustainable finance, and AML/CTF measures.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Japan FSA Enhances Rules on Management of Safe Deposit Boxes

    By Editors | 03/06/2025

    The new guidelines target theft prevention and money laundering risks in safe deposit box operations at major and regional banks.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Banks Must Sharpen AI to Outmanoeuvre Money Mules: Experts

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2025

    Financial crime experts discuss the challenges of identifying money mules, highlighting the need for dynamic AI and integrated strategies.

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    Cryptocurrency

    MAS Tightens Grip on Crypto Firms Serving Overseas Clients

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2025

    MAS finalises rules imposing strict licensing and compliance standards on Singapore-based digital token service providers serving overseas investors.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    AUSTRAC Chief Vows Tough Enforcement as AML/CTF Net Widens

    By Nathan Lynch | 02/06/2025

    As Australia expands its AML/CTF regime, Brendan Thomas warns of strict action against businesses that ignore obligations and enable financial crime.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    ASIC Sues Former Blockchain Global Director Over ACX Exchange Collapse

    By Editors | 01/06/2025

    ASIC sues ex-Blockchain Global director over alleged mismanagement leading to ACX Exchange collapse and A$20mn in customer losses.

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