Financial Crime

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Korea Launches One-Stop System to Combat Predatory Lending

By Editors | 10/03/2026

A single report from victims of illegal loans will now trigger a coordinated response from financial regulators, police, and legal aid.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Financial Crime is Scaling Faster than Institutions Meant to Stop It

By Bradley Maclean | 10/03/2026

Experts at Risk Ready APAC 2026 warn that AI enabled scams are moving faster than legacy compliance and enforcement models can respond.

Anti-Money Laundering

KoFIU Proposes Six-Month Suspension, CEO Reprimand for Bithumb

By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2026

KoFIU cites AML failures, including dealings with unregistered overseas crypto platforms, ahead of a final decision expected on 16 March.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China to Progress Financial Stability, Cross-Border Corruption Laws in 2026

By Editors | 10/03/2026

China's top legislature has unveiled its 2026 work plan, prioritising financial regulation, anti-corruption efforts, and support for the economy.

Anti-Money Laundering

Singapore Police Arrests Capital Asia Directors, Freezes S$160m in AML Probe

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/03/2026

A joint operation by the police and MAS was initiated after receiving information about possible unlawful activities by the company.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

US Targets Foreign Cybercrime Havens in New Executive Order

By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2026

Order directs agencies to pursue transnational criminals and warns nations harbouring them of sanctions and other penalties.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Cambodia Reiterates Commitment to Eradicating Online Scams by April

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/03/2026

Cambodia is drafting new laws that will hold responsible those who rent houses to perpetrators or provide infrastructure to scam syndicates.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

FSS Korea Announces 2026 Work Plan to Combat Financial Crime

By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2026

FSS details its plan to combat fraud, including potential no-fault liability for financial institutions and enhanced AML supervision.

Anti-Money Laundering

Global Drug Network Dismantled After Swedish Phone Seizure

By Manesh Samtani | 09/03/2026

An international operation targeting drug trafficking and money laundering has led to 15 arrests, including individuals in Australia and Thailand.