Anti-Money Laundering

Anti-Money Laundering

HKUST Announces New Academic Programme Dedicated to Financial Crime

By Manesh Samtani | 21/05/2025

HKUST partners with KPMG, Griffith University to launch Asia’s first financial crime and forensic accounting master’s programme.

Anti-Money Laundering

AUSTRAC Seeks Further Input on AML/CTF Rule Overhaul

By Manesh Samtani | 20/05/2025

AUSTRAC seeks further industry input on AML/CTF rule amendments before it finalises the changes in August 2025.

Anti-Money Laundering

FATF, INTERPOL, UNODC Issue Joint Call to Action

By Manesh Samtani | 20/05/2025

Governments must improve asset recovery efforts and to cooperate internationally to make financial investigations more targeted and effective.

Anti-Money Laundering

New Zealand Regulators Update AML/CFT Audit Guidance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/05/2025

The updated guidance provides further clarity on what is considered “independent” and “appropriately qualified” when selecting an auditor.

Anti-Money Laundering

New Zealand Issues AML/CFT Guidance for Stored Value Instruments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/05/2025

The guidance summarises the regulations applicable to SVIs and explains the conditions they must meet to be exempt from the provisions of the AML/CFT Act.

Anti-Money Laundering

Unraveling the Web: How Complex Structures Can Undermine AML Compliance

By Nathan Lynch | 19/05/2025

Former APG executive secretary Gordon Hook highlights the need for vigilance and nuanced due diligence to combat illicit fund flows through complex corporate structures.

Anti-Money Laundering

FATF is the ‘Best Compass We Have’ for Fighting Financial Crime

By Manesh Samtani | 19/05/2025

Former FATF Executive Secretary David Lewis said the global body offers stability amid rising nationalism and geopolitical risks.

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AUSTRAC Fines Cointree for Late Suspicious Transaction Reports

By Mark Johnston | 18/05/2025

Crypto exchange penalised for failing to submit SMRs on time on four occasions. AUSTRAC CEO said timely reporting is critical.

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Philippines AMLC Probes Alleged ML of Murdered Billionaire’s Ransom

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/05/2025

Authorities are investigating how PHP 200 million in ransom paid for kidnapped businessman Anson Que was laundered through casino junkets, e-wallets, and crypto.