United States

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Malaysia Secures Return of Artworks Linked to 1MDB Scandal

    By Nithya Subramanian | 17/12/2025

    The recovery of high-value artworks from the US underscores Malaysia’s continued cooperation with foreign authorities to reclaim assets tied to 1MDB.

    Liquidity Risk

    Bank of Korea to Accept Loan Assets as Emergency Collateral

    By Manesh Samtani | 16/12/2025

    New facility aims to bolster liquidity backstops amid rising digital banking risks, expanding collateral beyond marketable securities.

    Trading & Investment

    Nasdaq Seeks Approval for 23/5 Trading to Meet Global Demand

    By Manesh Samtani | 16/12/2025

    Proposal for 23-hour weekday trading aims to meet international investor demand but has raised concerns over liquidity and market volatility.

    Credit Risk

    Philippines SEC Imposes Tighter Interest Rate Caps on Small Consumer Loans

    By Mark Johnston | 15/12/2025

    The SEC has lowered interest ceilings and introduced total cost caps to protect vulnerable borrowers from predatory lending.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    US Court Sentences Crypto Founder Do Kwon to 15 Years in Prison

    By Manesh Samtani | 13/12/2025

    The South Korean national faces separate charges in his home country, with a potential prison transfer after serving half his US term.

    Structural Regulation

    Vietnam Set to Launch International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City

    By Nithya Subramanian | 12/12/2025

    Authorities say that new decrees and strong interest from more than 50 institutional investors are paving the way for the launch of the IFC this month.

    PEPs & Sanctions

    Chinese Chipmaker Sues US Government Over Blacklist Status

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

    Yangtze Memory Technologies, a major flash memory maker, is challenging its inclusion on a US defence blacklist, citing reputational harm and a lack of due process.

    Trade Based Money Laundering

    US Busts Network Smuggling AI Chips to China, Hong Kong

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

    The case exposes significant illicit finance and export control compliance risks for firms with exposure to China and Hong Kong supply chains.

    Supervision & Enforcement

    Philippines SEC Proposes Procedural Overhaul to Speed Up Case Handling

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/12/2025

    The proposed changes prioritise electronic filing, limit procedural delays, and expand the regulator's powers to issue cease and desist orders.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Geopolitical, Cyber Risks Remain Top Threats for 2026: DTCC Survey

    By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

    The annual survey shows top concerns unchanged, while highlighting regional differences and emerging AI risks for the global financial system.

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