United States

AML / KYC

Thailand SEC Leads Crackdown on Crypto Mule Accounts

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/09/2025

The crackdown, in coordination with BOT, AMLO and CCIB, includes closer monitoring of crypto exchanges and faster information-sharing to block illicit transfers.

AML / KYC

US Experts Urge Congress to Sanction Hong Kong Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 23/09/2025

Congressional roundtable hears calls to target Hong Kong's alleged role as a hub for sanctions evasion for China, Russia and Iran.

Securities / Derivatives

APAC Retail Demand a Key Driver for Extended Trading, Says WFE

By Manesh Samtani | 23/09/2025

The WFE highlights demand from Asia-Pacific investors in its analysis of the push for 24-hour trading, but warns of significant liquidity and post-trade challenges.

Crypto / Digital Assets

US Advances Stablecoin Rules, Seeks Input on Foreign Issuers

By Manesh Samtani | 22/09/2025

A formal request for comment on the GENIUS Act has been issued, with specific questions on how to treat foreign firms and comparable regulatory regimes.

Indonesia Mulls Central Bank Overhaul, Stoking Independence Fears

By Mark Johnston | 21/09/2025

Proposed law would expand Bank Indonesia’s growth mandate and grant parliament powers to dismiss board members.s, rattling financial markets.

Enforcement

China Lifts Exit Ban on Wells Fargo Banker After US Talks

By Editors | 21/09/2025

Chenyue Mao, a Chinese-born US citizen, was placed under an exit ban earlier this year during a business trip to China.

Enforcement

US Regulator Fines Korea's Shinhan Securities for NYMEX Wash Trades

By Editors | 19/09/2025

The Korean firm will pay a USD 212,500 penalty for executing trades that negated market risk, receiving a reduced fine for cooperation.

AML / KYC

Philippines Boosts Transparency in Extractive Sector with SEC-DOF Data Pact

By Mark Johnston | 18/09/2025

A new data-sharing agreement aims to uncover beneficial owners in mining, oil, and gas to align with global AML standards.

AML / KYC

Report Alleges $1.5B Money Laundering Network Linked to Shinawatra Dynasty, KuCoin

By Editors | 18/09/2025

An investigation claims a criminal network connected to former PM Thaksin Shinawatra and crypto firm KuCoin is moving illicit funds from Cambodian scam hubs.