United States

Enforcement

Hong Kong Top Court Reinstates Convictions in Convoy Fraud Case

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/11/2025

Four former executives face restored sentences for a bond placement scheme, as regulators signal tougher oversight in the financial hub.

AML / KYC

Crypto Exchange Gemini Eyes Further Expansion in APAC Markets

By Manesh Samtani | 17/11/2025

Gemini is prioritising markets with clearer regulatory paths while localising products and navigating Asia's fragmented rulebooks, its APAC head says.

Sanctions

US Targets China, HK Firms in New Iran Sanctions Wave

By Mark Johnston | 17/11/2025

The sanctions targets include entities in China, Hong Kong and India that allegedly operate procurement networks supporting Iran’s ballistic missile and UAV production

Fintech / Regtech

Fed Governor in Singapore to Warn of AI Systemic Risk and Market Manipulation

By Manesh Samtani | 15/11/2025

Michael Barr has warned financial firms about AI risks like market manipulation and systemic instability, urging careful management.

Crypto / Digital Assets

US Authorities Strike at Southeast Asia’s Crypto Scam Networks

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2025

The DOJ and OFAC coordinate on new Scam Centre Strike Force and sanctions against transnational fraud rings

Securities / Derivatives

Firms Adopting ISDA Digital Reporting Standard See Cost, Accuracy Benefits

By Manesh Samtani | 13/11/2025

A new ISDA report shows firms using the DRR standard for APAC and global rules achieve up to 50% cost savings and near-perfect reporting accuracy.

Sanctions

China Eases Critical Mineral Export Curbs but Retains Licensing Powers

By Manesh Samtani | 13/11/2025

China suspended its bans on materials for US and EU firms but kept its dual-use export control framework in place, requiring ongoing licensing.

Sanctions

Following the Flow of Funds Behind Illicit DPRK IT Worker Threat

By Chandana Seshadri | 13/11/2025

Disrupting North Korea’s illicit IT workers requires a focus on both identity fraud and dismantling complex financial networks.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Thailand SEC Finalises New Investor Protection Rules for ICOs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/11/2025

The new rules ease knowledge test requirements for retail investors but introduce mandatory suitability assessments to be updated every two years.