Anti-Money Laundering

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

    Supervision & Enforcement

    BNM Fines KAF Investment Bank Over Foreign Exchange Breach

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2026

    KAF IB failed to obtain approvals for foreign currency transactions exceeding regulatory limits, highlighting the importance of compliance with foreign exchange rules.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Australian Advice Bodies Seek Additional Guidance on New AML/CTF Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/02/2026

    The FAAA and SMSF Association have told AUSTRAC that unclear definitions for reporting groups and inequitable due diligence arrangements risk undermining upcoming AML reforms.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    KoFIU Unveils Plan to Reform AML Training for Financial Firms

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/02/2026

    KoFIU said it will shift focus from training hours to practical skills, introducing new certification systems and sector-specific courses.

    PEPs & Sanctions

    Binance Facing US Probe After Reports of Iran-Linked Transactions

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    Binance is fighting "defamatory" media reports while facing a new US Senate inquiry into its compliance and alleged ties to sanctioned entities.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    FATF Sounds Alarm on 'Widespread and Damaging' Cyber-Enabled Fraud

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    New report highlights the escalating money laundering risks from digital fraud, citing a surge in cases in jurisdictions like Singapore.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Cambodia Orders Panda Bank Liquidation Amid Illicit Finance Links

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    The move follows the bank's deteriorating finances and reports linking it to a US-sanctioned firm accused of laundering billions for scam networks.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    India to Fast-Track Money Laundering Investigations

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/02/2026

    Enforcement Directorate to file 500 chargesheets this fiscal year and target completion of investigations within two years.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    AUSTRAC Publishes Proposed Funding Model for 2025-26

    By Mark Johnston | 24/02/2026

    The regulator is seeking stakeholder feedback on its proposed funding model, which exempts Tranche 2 entities pending a future comprehensive review.

    PEPs & Sanctions

    Australian Sanctions on Russia Undermined by 'Blood Oil', Asset Loopholes

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/02/2026

    A parliamentary inquiry has heard that loopholes for refined oil and hidden assets, plus weak enforcement, are undermining the sanctions.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Australia Details Transition Path for Major AML/CTF Overhaul

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/02/2026

    Draft rules offer grace periods and new guidance for Tranche 2 entities, as AUSTRAC releases support tools and proposes further rule changes.

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