Financial Crime

Anti-Money Laundering

Philippines AMLC Publishes New National Risk Assessment

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/12/2025

The NRA identifies the abuse of digital platforms, crypto-based transfers and casino junket operators as significant and growing concerns.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

OJK Indonesia to Tighten Oversight of Debt Collection Practices

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/12/2025

After a South Jakarta assault that left two collectors dead, OJK said it will examine if additional regulatory tightening is needed, especially related to lenders who outsource debt collection.

Anti-Money Laundering

Indonesia FIU Flags AML Weaknesses 'Performance Effectiveness Index'

By Editors | 17/12/2025

The pilot index reveals gaps in operational performance and inter-agency synergy, framing preparations for the 2029 FATF evaluation.

AI Risk & Governance

ACCC Calls for New Powers to Address AI Risks to Competition, Consumers

By Manesh Samtani | 17/12/2025

New report details risks from vertical integration, AI-washing and scams, reiterating calls for a digital competition regime.

Anti-Money Laundering

Philippine Bill To Expand BSP Probe Powers Passes Second Reading

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/12/2025

Legislation would grant the BSP authority to examine deposits to combat corruption, tax evasion, and money laundering.

Anti-Money Laundering

Malaysia Secures Return of Artworks Linked to 1MDB Scandal

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/12/2025

The recovery of high-value artworks from the US underscores Malaysia’s continued cooperation with foreign authorities to reclaim assets tied to 1MDB.

Payments & Settlements

Thailand Targets Gold Traders, FX Inflows to Curb Baht's Rise

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/12/2025

The central bank is tightening scrutiny as the baht hits a four-year high, which the finance minister calls "unacceptable".

Supervision & Enforcement

China Imposes Record Fines on PE Fund Managers for Misappropriating Assets

By Mark Johnston | 17/12/2025

Chinese regulators have levied record fines totaling over CNY 35 million on a private equity firm for misappropriating client assets.

Anti-Money Laundering

FTAHK Forms Digital Asset Group to Tackle Financial Crime

By Editors | 17/12/2025

New forum aims to promote responsible integration between traditional finance and virtual asset firms through cross-sector collaboration on risk.