Financial Crime

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Vietnam’s SCB Outlines Asset Disposal Plan to Recover Fraud Losses

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/03/2026

Saigon Commercial Bank is seeking third-party firms to manage the sale of assets linked to a $12.3 billion fraud involving property developer Sun Group.

Anti-Money Laundering

Papua New Guinea Banks Launch New Association to Strengthen Financial Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/03/2026

The newly-formed PNG Banking Association aims to strengthen cooperation across the sector, support regulatory reforms and address FATF requirements.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

India Steps Up Measures to Combat Fraudulent Loan Apps

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/03/2026

Regulators have launched an official app directory, enhanced enforcement measures, and clarified rules to protect consumers from unauthorised mobile lending platforms.

Market Abuse

FSC Korea Refers 'Horse Racing' Crypto Manipulator for Prosecution

By Mark Johnston | 19/03/2026

Regulators have referred a market manipulator for prosecution and mandated new exchange duties to combat unfair trading practices.

Trading & Investment

Korea Announces Sweeping Package of Capital Market Reforms

By Manesh Samtani | 19/03/2026

Regulators will prohibit controversial spin-off listings, restructure the Kosdaq market, and impose tougher penalties for market abuse to tackle the 'Korea discount'.

Cryptocurrency

Vietnam to Ban Offshore Crypto Trading Under New Licensing Regime

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/03/2026

Five entities have passed an initial licence qualification stage. A limited number of exchanges will be allowed to operate during the trial period.

Market Abuse

Singapore’s Appeals Court Upholds Jail Terms in Stock Manipulation Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/03/2026

The court rejected the appeals , ruling that the multi-year jail sentences for the S$8 billion penny stock crash over a decade ago were justified given the scale of market harm.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

China Probe Into Conglomerate’s Collapse Ensnares More Former Regulators

By Manesh Samtani | 19/03/2026

The investigation found illegal fundraising and questionable ties between officials and the now-bankrupt conglomerate.

Structural Regulation

India’s IFSCA Proposes New Rules to Build Aircraft Leasing Hub

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

Consultation outlines a dedicated regulatory framework for Trust and Company Service Providers and SPVs to develop a leasing ecosystem in GIFT City.