AML / KYC

    ESG / Sustainability

    RBI Standardises Framework for Basic Bank Accounts Across Industry

    By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

    The central bank has unified BSBD account norms nationwide, expanding free services and updating digital and KYC requirements across every class of bank.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Cambodia Central Bank Announces Full Liquidation of Huione Pay

    By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

    The National Bank of Cambodia has announced the complete liquidation of payment firm Huione Pay following its licence revocation in September 2024.

    AML / KYC

    India Eases KYC Process for NRIs, OCIs Joining National Pension System

    By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

    PFRDA has updated verification rules to simplify digital onboarding for overseas subscribers while tightening due-diligence and compliance requirements.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thai Regulators Unite to Combat Illicit Funds, Tighten Gold and Crypto Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 08/12/2025

    A coordinated crackdown will impose new reporting on gold traders, stricter KYC/CDD, and amend FX rules to curb illicit financial flows.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Singapore: Man Charged Over Unlicensed Cross-Border Transfers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

    A 33-year-old former company director faces charges for allegedly using Wise and crypto platforms to scam proceeds without a valid payment services licence.

    AML / KYC

    Indonesia, Nigeria FIUs Agree MOU to Deepen Intelligence Sharing

    By Nithya Subramanian | 07/12/2025

    The partnership will deepen information sharing, joint analysis and capacity building in the fight against money laundering and terrorism financing.

    Enforcement

    US Authorities Seize Domain Tied to Myanmar Scam Compound

    By Mark Johnston | 07/12/2025

    The action targets the Tai Chang operation and follows recent sanctions against groups linked to Chinese organised crime and crypto fraud.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Korea Prepares New Legislation Targeting Surge in Voice Phishing Scams

    By Manesh Samtani | 07/12/2025

    Authorities will mandate new compensation rules and data sharing obligations for financial firms after voice phishing scam losses hit a record high.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Taiwan Suspends Xiaohongshu for One Year Over Cyber, Fraud Risks

    By Mark Johnston | 05/12/2025

    Taiwan authorities are blocking the Chinese social media platform after it failed security assessments and was linked to TWD 247 million in scam losses.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Cayman Islands Seeks Info-Sharing Pacts with Indian Regulators

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/12/2025

    The territory is pursuing MoUs with SEBI and IFSCA to boost transparency and strengthen oversight of cross-border investment funds.

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