Financial Crime

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Malaysia to Launch New Scam Response Centre with Embedded Bank Staff

By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

The new hub will house bank representatives to speed up fund freezes as the government signals further measures for financial institutions.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Australia's Anti-Scam Framework a 'Missed Opportunity', GASA Says

By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

The Global Anti-Scam Alliance criticises the Treasury's reliance on industry codes and calls for a powerful central anti-scam body.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia Passes Key Tax Reforms, Previews Whistleblower Act Overhaul

By Editors | 23/12/2025

Parliament passes key tax changes, including an expanded Capital Gains Tax, and details upcoming reforms to the Whistleblower Protection Act.

Market Abuse

China Launches Crackdown on Online Capital Market Misinformation

By Mark Johnston | 23/12/2025

The CAC and the securities regulator are targeting accounts fabricating IPO policies and using AI to generate fake news.

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia Sets Crypto Trader Whitelist, Pledges Severe Penalties for Unlicensed Activity

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/12/2025

The OJK has published a list of 29 authorised crypto firms and detailed potential 10-year prison sentences for illegal operators.

Capital Adequacy

FSC Korea Sets Out Sweeping Reform Programme for 2026

By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

FSC Chairman Lee Eog-weon, outlining a three-pronged strategy focused on "Productive Finance", "Inclusive Finance", and "Trusted Finance".

Anti-Money Laundering

Philippines Widens Asset Freeze in PHP 20.3B Flood Control Probe

By Editors | 23/12/2025

The AML has frozen over 1,100 new bank accounts, bringing the total value of restricted assets to PHP 20.3 billion.

Cryptocurrency

India Grants Regulatory Approval for Coinbase Stake in CoinDCX

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/12/2025

The CCI approval follows Coinbase's recent financial intelligence unit registration as it targets a full relaunch with rupee services in 2026.

Resolution & Recovery

Cambodia Unveils New Financial Sector Strategy for 2025-2030

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/12/2025

New five-year plan details 866 measures to bolster resilience, with a focus on digitalisation, de-dollarisation, and sustainable finance.