AML / KYC

    Fintech / Regtech

    Australia Proposes AML/CTF Rule Changes, New Exemptions

    By Manesh Samtani | 13/02/2026

    Draft rules create new exemptions for gift cards and ATMs, and refine customer due diligence and reporting group obligations for financial institutions.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    J5 Warns on OTC Crypto, Payment Processor Risks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 13/02/2026

    Global tax authorities warn that OTC crypto desks and payment processors face rising misuse risks, calling for stronger oversight and coordination to curb illicit financial flows.

    AML / KYC

    Korea Proposes Real Estate Watchdog with Warrantless Access to Bank Data

    By Mark Johnston | 13/02/2026

    Financial institutions face new data-sharing obligations under bill creating real estate regulator with powers comparable to securities regulator.

    Fintech / Regtech

    TAIFEX Launches Mandatory Anti-Fraud Evaluation for Futures Firms

    By Editors | 13/02/2026

    TAIFEX has detailed a new evaluation programme for futures firms, requiring specific anti-fraud infrastructure and offering cash awards for performance.

    AML / KYC

    No Silver Bullet for Trade Finance Price Checks: ITFA Paper

    By Manesh Samtani | 13/02/2026

    An ITFA paper details the complexities of detecting price manipulation, stressing a risk-based approach over a single transaction analysis.

    Fintech / Regtech

    China Launches Digital Notary System to Ease Hong Kong Investment

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

    The programme, covering 14 provinces, digitises subject qualification documents for Hong Kong investors, aiming to streamline business registration and eliminate paper-based submissions.

    AML / KYC

    BSP Eases Large Cash Transaction Rules After Business Lobbying

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

    The BSP has introduced risk-based flexibilities for due diligence on large cash withdrawals following concerns from businesses about operational disruptions.

    AML / KYC

    Korea Calls on Casino Sector to Bolster AML Compliance

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

    In a meeting with casino operators, KoFIU flagged upcoming legal amendments and demanded stricter adherence to international AML standards.

    ESG / Sustainability

    APAC Anti-Corruption Efforts Stall, Transparency International Warns

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

    The 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index shows a stagnant regional average, with declining scores in established democracies.

    Sanctions

    EU Proposes Sanctions on Indonesian, Georgian Ports in New Russia Package

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

    The 20th package of sanctions would also target Central Asian banks and introduce a full maritime ban on Russian crude.

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