AML / KYC

    Fintech / Regtech

    Vietnam Taps State Telcos for CBDC Research Amid Broader Crypto Push

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/10/2025

    The SBV has assigned Viettel and MobiFone to conduct foundational research on a CBDC, as the country simultaneously pilots new rules for tokenised assets.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    SBI Crypto Mining Pool Reportedly Hacked, DPRK Link Suspected

    By Editors | 06/10/2025

    On-chain investigators report a USD 21 million theft from the Japanese financial giant's mining pool, noting similarities to previous North Korean attacks.

    Enforcement

    Thai Police Arrest Key Figure in THB 5 Billion Money Laundering Network

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/10/2025

    Authorities in Bangkok have arrested a woman accused of facilitating mule bank accounts for a transnational criminal network with over THB 5 billion in circulation.

    AML / KYC

    HK Regulator Flags Pitfalls in Digital Insurance Sales and Roadshows

    By Editors | 06/10/2025

    Insurance Authority highlights common shortcomings in insurers' digital sales systems and roadshow practices following inspections and a mystery shopping exercise.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Singapore Enhances Anti-Scam Safeguards for High-value Transfers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/10/2025

    Seven major banks will apply enhanced fraud checks on accounts above SGD 50,000 to curb scams that rapidly drain customer accounts.

    AML / KYC

    AUSTRAC Launches Campaign for Implementation of AML Reforms

    By Editors | 03/10/2025

    The campaign will prepare existing and new industries for a shift to a risk-based approach and new digital reporting tools.

    Enforcement

    SFC Suspends Ex-Broker RO for AML, Credit Risk Failures

    By Editors | 03/10/2025

    The SFC has disciplined a former responsible officer for failing to manage credit risks and report suspicious, highly profitable client trades.

    AML / KYC

    Singapore Jails Korean National Over S$1.55b TBML Scheme

    By Nithya Subramanian | 03/10/2025

    Kim Taek-hoon was sentenced for his role in converting illicit cash from abroad into gold bars for smuggling to South Korea and Japan.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Taiwan Launches Digital ID Hub with Seven Banks to Streamline Services

    By Editors | 03/10/2025

    New central platform allows customers to use a single digital identity across different banks, insurers, and securities firms.

    Enforcement

    India to Block 25 Offshore Crypto Platforms for AML Non-compliance

    By Mark Johnston | 03/10/2025

    FIU-IND has ordered the blocking of platforms including CEX.IO, BitMex, and Poloniex for regulatory non-compliance.

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