International

Fintech / Regtech

Google DeepMind Publishes Research on GenAI Misuse Tactics

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/08/2024

The researchers categorise GenAI misuse into two categories – exploitation of GenAI capabilities, and compromise of GenAI systems.

AML / KYC

German Prosecutors Charge Two More Ex-Wirecard Execs

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 08/08/2024

The two executives allegedly breached their fiduciary duties by approving unsecured loans that were used to embezzle “several hundred million euros”.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Australian Police Obtain New Intelligence on Crypto Scams

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/08/2024

The AFP identified over 2,000 compromised crypto wallets belonging to Australians by participating in a global anti-scam initiative launched by Chainalysis.

AML / KYC

US, Germany Take Down Illicit Crypto Platform Cryptonator

By Editors | 08/08/2024

Cryptonator facilitated transactions worth USD 1.4 billion, including those linked to sanctioned entities and criminal marketplaces.

AML / KYC

The Case for Change: Leveraging GenAI in Anti-Financial Crime

By Bradley Maclean | 07/08/2024

GenAI’s emergence will revolutionise financial crime prevention, but a balanced approach that includes strict oversight will be key to maximising its benefits.

ESG / Sustainability

SBTi Proposes Stricter Scope 3 Target Standards

By ESG Investor | 06/08/2024

Value chain emissions have been considered too hard to deal with by many companies, but that needs to change, says the SBTi.

ESG / Sustainability

IFRS Foundation Issues Guidance on Digital Financial Reporting

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 06/08/2024

IFRS Foundation provides guidance to regulators on implementing digital taxonomies for digital financial reporting.

Securities / Derivatives

Saudi PIF Signs Investment Agreements with Six Chinese FIs

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/08/2024

The investment agreements totaling USD 50 billion aim to encourage two-way capital flows through both debt and equity.

Enforcement

Switzerland Announces $152mn Penalty Order Against Glencore

By Editors | 06/08/2024

The penalty order resolves a four-year criminal investigation into Glencore by Swiss and Dutch authorities.