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Reporting on fraud schemes, cyber attacks targeting financial systems, regulatory responses, and advancements in fraud prevention technologies.
CBDCs
China to Strengthen ‘Controllable Anonymity’ Feature of e-CNY
By Darien Choong | 30/09/2022
Twenty defendants have been arrested on suspicion of illegal business activity and money laundering using the e-CNY.
Anti-Money Laundering
AUSTRAC Identifies Emerging AML Risks Facing Super Funds
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/09/2022
Super funds are exposed to cyber crime, as well as AML risks resulting from the growth in merger activity across the sector.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Malaysia Announces New Measures to Combat Financial Scams
By Editors | 28/09/2022
Malaysian banks will migrate SMS OTP to a more secure form of authentication, and further tighten detection rules and triggers to block scam-related transactions.
Anti-Money Laundering
AUSTRAC Spotlights Risks Associated with Remittance Sector
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/09/2022
Most remittance dealers and remittance network providers did not submit any SMRs in the reporting period assessed by AUSTRAC.
Cybersecurity
Australia: Optus Data Breach to Prompt Legislative Reform
By Manesh Samtani | 27/09/2022
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the Optus breach was a “huge wake-up call” for the corporate sector.
Anti-Money Laundering
AUSTRAC Releases Risk Assessment of Bullion Sector
By Editors | 26/09/2022
Personal income tax evasion was the most common suspected offence, linked to 52% of SMRs, though the associated values were low.
Anti-Money Laundering
UK Introduces Economic Crime Bill to Parliament
By Editors | 26/09/2022
The Bill targets beneficial ownership transparency and will also make it easier for law enforcement to seize and recover cryptoassets.
Anti-Money Laundering
India: ICAI Probes 200 Accountants Over Shell Company Setups
By Editors | 26/09/2022
Around 200 chartered accountants are subject to a probe involving shell companies established in India by Chinese firms.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Interpol Issues Red Notice for Terraform Labs Founder
By Mark Johnston | 26/09/2022
The red notice for Do Kwon was issued at the request of Korean prosecutors, who say he is wanted for alleged capital market violations.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
New York AG Files Fraud Charges Against Trump & Family
By Editors | 22/09/2022
The lawsuit says Trump falsified his net worth to obtain more favourable loan terms, cheaper insurance coverage, and tax benefits.
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