Financial Crime

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Indian Authorities Arrest Suspect Linked to Myanmar Crypto Scam Ring

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/03/2026

The arrest of a key suspect in a human trafficking network forcing victims into crypto fraud highlights a growing challenge for regional financial crime enforcement.

Anti-Money Laundering

Hong Kong Charges 10 More in HKD 1.6 Billion JPEX Crypto Case

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

The individuals face money laundering charges and have been remanded in custody as the city-wide investigation into the platform continues.

Payments & Settlements

New 2FA Framework for Digital Payments Set to Take Effect in India

By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

The new rules, effective 1 April 2026, shift liability for fraud to financial institutions and move away from a sole reliance on OTPs.

Supervision & Enforcement

Australian Court Fines Binance Unit for Misclassifying Retail Customers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

The penalty follows the misclassification of hundreds of retail clients as 'wholesale', leading to millions in losses on high-risk crypto derivatives.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Vietnam Authorities Arrest Crypto Exchange Executives in Fraud Probe

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/03/2026

The executives have been accused of manipulating token prices and appropriating assets in a scheme that allegedly raised billions from investors.

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.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

Former CSRC Issuance Chief Faces Prosecution Over Bribery Allegations

By Manesh Samtani | 29/03/2026

Former head of China's stock issuance review committee has been referred for prosecution over serious duty-related crimes.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Korea Launches New Taskforce to Combat Voice Phishing Scams

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/03/2026

Financial authorities will establish a cross-sector council to strengthen detection and information sharing, targeting new scams and mule accounts.