AML / KYC

    Sanctions

    NZ, UK, Canada Target Russian 'Shadow Fleet' with New Sanctions

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    Coordinated measures target oil revenues and financial networks, with New Zealand designating 100 vessels and the UK sanctioning a New Zealand-based insurer.

    Fintech / Regtech

    FATF Sounds Alarm on 'Widespread and Damaging' Cyber-Enabled Fraud

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    New report highlights the escalating money laundering risks from digital fraud, citing a surge in cases in jurisdictions like Singapore.

    Sanctions

    Cambodia Orders Panda Bank Liquidation Amid Illicit Finance Links

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    The move follows the bank's deteriorating finances and reports linking it to a US-sanctioned firm accused of laundering billions for scam networks.

    Enforcement

    RBI Monitoring Suspected Fraud Case at IDFC First Bank

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/02/2026

    The RBI is closely overseeing the investigation into a INR 5.9 billion fraud at IDFC First Bank, reassuring depositors that their accounts remain secure.

    AML / KYC

    India to Fast-Track Money Laundering Investigations

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/02/2026

    Enforcement Directorate to file 500 chargesheets this fiscal year and target completion of investigations within two years.

    AML / KYC

    AUSTRAC Publishes Proposed Funding Model for 2025-26

    By Mark Johnston | 24/02/2026

    The regulator is seeking stakeholder feedback on its proposed funding model, which exempts Tranche 2 entities pending a future comprehensive review.

    Sanctions

    Australia Sanctions Russian Crypto Firms as EU Package Stalls

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/02/2026

    Australia's measures designate several virtual asset service providers, while in Europe, Hungary has vetoed the EU’s 20th sanctions package.

    Sanctions

    Australian Sanctions on Russia Undermined by 'Blood Oil', Asset Loopholes

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/02/2026

    A parliamentary inquiry has heard that loopholes for refined oil and hidden assets, plus weak enforcement, are undermining the sanctions.

    AML / KYC

    BSP Inks Info-Sharing Agreements with Other Agencies to Combat Scams

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/02/2026

    The agreements, based on the new Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act, aim to speed up investigations while upholding existing bank secrecy safeguards.

    Fintech / Regtech

    RBI Probes UPI Autopay as Court Scrutinises Wider Fraud Risks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 23/02/2026

    The regulator is examining recurring payment issues, and the Delhi High Court is tackling systemic fraud concerns.

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