Financial Crime

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Korea FSC Extends Optimus Suspension for Six More Months

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/06/2021

    A new fund management company is being set up to take over and manage funds previously operated by Optimus Asset Management.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Australia: Senate Committee Calls for Submissions in AML Inquiry

    By Editors | 27/06/2021

    The inquiry will explore the adequacy and efficacy of Australia’s AML/CTF regime. The terms of reference have been published.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    105 More Charges Laid Against Hin Leong Founder

    By Editors | 27/06/2021

    Lim Oon Kuin now faces a total of 130 charges, including 68 for cheating, 47 for abetment of forgery, and 14 for abetment for forgery for the purpose of cheating.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    CBIRC Issues New Qualification Rules for Insurance Executives

    By Editors | 27/06/2021

    Insurers need to seek approval from the CBIRC on the qualifications of directors, supervisors and senior managers starting 1 July.

    Supervision & Enforcement

    ASIC Removes SocGen Securities Licence Conditions

    By Ranamita Chakraborty | 27/06/2021

    Independent expert did not identify any deficiencies in the adequacy and effectiveness of SocGen’s client money controls.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    FATF Plenary Packs Powerful Punch

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/06/2021

    The FATF finalised reports on technological innovation, environmental crime, and asset recovery. New guidance on PF risk and a white paper on beneficial ownership were also finalised.

    Market Abuse

    SFC Probes CLSA Over CEFC Energy Bond Deal

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/06/2021

    A former CLSA managing director has accused CLSA of “blatant” misbehaviour as bond underwriter for the now-defunct CEFC Energy.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    SGX RegCo Set to Expand Enforcement Powers

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/06/2021

    From 1 August, SGX RegCo will be able to issue public reprimands, require issuers to comply with specified conditions, and demand director resignations.

    Anti-Bribery & Corruption

    China Bank Official Expelled from CCP Amid Corruption Probe

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/06/2021

    The ex-president of China Development Bank’s Chongqing branch has been expelled from the CCP and removed from all public posts amid a corruption probe.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Australian Senate to Launch Inquiry into DNFBP Regulation

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/06/2021

    The inquiry will examine the impacts of bringing DNFBPs into scope under Australia’s AML/CTF regime, including AUSTRAC’s capacity to regulate 100,000 more entities.

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