Financial Crime

KYC & CDD

Pakistan Launches Digital Registry to Identify Company UBOs

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/03/2026

The new platform strengthens corporate transparency, AML oversight and regulatory monitoring of company ownership structures, aligning with international standards.

Cryptocurrency

Korea Proposes Changes to Crypto Market Investigation Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/03/2026

The FSC plans to expand its unfair trading investigation committee and adjust criteria for imposing penalties on misconduct.

Cryptocurrency

Pakistan Establishes Permanent Legal Basis for Crypto Regulator

By Mark Johnston | 10/03/2026

The new law formalises PVARA's powers, sets strict licensing mandates, and introduces severe penalties for non-compliance, fulfilling a key IMF condition.

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.