Financial Action Task Force

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Cambodia Sets April Deadline for Scam Syndicate Crackdown Operation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

The 'XXL' operation targets thousands amid international pressure, but critics question if the campaign will hold powerful elites accountable.

Clearing & Post-Trade

UK and China Deepen Financial Cooperation on CCPs, Market Access

By Manesh Samtani | 09/02/2026

Regulators agree to develop a CCP supervision MoU and explore a ‘Wealth Connect’ scheme in a new bilateral working group.

Anti-Money Laundering

Korea to Grant FIU Powers to Freeze Accounts in AML Overhaul

By Mark Johnston | 06/02/2026

The plan will also expand the crypto “travel rule”, impose AML duties on stablecoin issuers, and target lawyers and accountants to meet FATF standards.

Custody & Infrastructure

SC Malaysia Issues Guidance on Digital Asset Broking Services

By Manesh Samtani | 06/02/2026

The new framework requires strict operational readiness, client asset protection, and third-party validation for licensed brokers.

Emerging Prudential Risks

FSB Targeting Non-Bank Risks, Crypto and Payments in 2026 Agenda

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/02/2026

The work plan includes assessments on AI adoption, stablecoin risks and crisis preparedness, as regulators seek to adapt oversight to evolving financial markets.

Anti-Money Laundering

Sri Lanka President Orders Action on AML Deficiencies to Avoid 'Grey List'

By Editors | 05/02/2026

President orders urgent action on legal and staffing shortfalls ahead of a critical FATF evaluation to avoid being placed back on the "grey list".

Cryptocurrency

Philippines Bans Banks From Dealing with Unregistered Crypto Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/02/2026

New rules prohibit dealings with unlicensed virtual asset service providers and restrict retail customer access to offshore platforms.

Anti-Money Laundering

Indonesia FIU Flags IDR 2 Quadrillion in Suspect Funds from 2025 STRs

By Editors | 02/02/2026

PPATK highlights significant flows from illegal mining and tax evasion, while noting a 20% drop in online gambling transactions.

Anti-Money Laundering

Silver’s Surge Demands a New Approach to Managing Laundering Risks

By Nathan Lynch | 28/01/2026

With silver reaching all-time highs, financial crime experts warn that the metal’s growing “value density” and lower regulatory scrutiny are making it an attractive alternative for illicit transactions.