Anti-Money Laundering

KYC & CDD

India's PFRDA Widens Pension Distribution Network to Fintechs, Professionals

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/03/2026

The move aims to expand the reach of the NPS by allowing a broader range of entities to act as agents under existing rules.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Hong Kong IA Targets Agent Conduct with New Accountability Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/03/2026

The regulator's latest review introduces commission spreading requirements, holds senior agents accountable for their teams, and warns on social media use.

PEPs & Sanctions

UK Sanctions Crypto Marketplace and Cambodia Scam Centre Network

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2026

The action targets Chinese-language marketplace Xinbi, which processed nearly USD 20 billion, and operators of a Cambodian scam compound under the UK’s Global Human Rights regime.

Anti-Money Laundering

Korea's Bithumb Sues Regulator to Overturn Business Suspension and Fine

By Mark Johnston | 27/03/2026

The virtual asset exchange is challenging a six-month suspension and a KRW 36.8 billion fine for alleged AML and customer due diligence failings.

KYC & CDD

Hong Kong Gazettes Bill to Enhance Tax Reporting Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/03/2026

The proposed amendments introduce mandatory registration for financial institutions, stricter record-keeping, and higher penalties in response to an OECD review.

Cryptocurrency

Korean Regulators Warn of Extreme Price Risk in Virtual Asset Sector

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/03/2026

The average max drawdown for virtual assets was 73% in H2 2025, compared to just 28.3% for the KOSPI and 18.8% for the KOSDAQ.

Anti-Money Laundering

Taiwan Indicts 10 in US$1Bn Money Laundering Case Involving Macau Casinos

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/03/2026

Prosecutors have charged a gambling syndicate that used credit card overpayments and casino chip purchases to move illicit funds offshore.

Anti-Money Laundering

SEBI Proposes Framework for Gifting Mutual Fund Investments

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/03/2026

The regulator aims to boost financial inclusion with a proposal allowing investments via prepaid instruments, subject to strict AML checks.

PEPs & Sanctions

Australia's Open-Source CDD Could Be Model for Asia-Pacific

By Nathan Lynch | 25/03/2026

AUSTRAC’s starter kits legitimise open-source CDD for small reporting entities, marking a possible solution for developing countries across the Asia-Pacific region.