AML / KYC

Enforcement

Indonesia to Bolster Use of Non-Conviction Forfeiture Against Cybercrime

By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

The FIU has highlighted the tool as key to tackling an "enforcement gap" amid rising online fraud and hacking.

AML / KYC

South Korea, US to Bolster AML Cooperation in Asia-Pacific

By Editors | 21/04/2026

Finance chiefs finalised a critical minerals framework and shared concerns over won volatility, while FIUs agreed to enhance information sharing to combat illicit finance.

Sanctions

UK Unveils Tech-Focused Strategy to Tackle Sanctions Evasion

By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2026

The new three-year plan from OFSI focuses on using AI, data analytics, and international partnerships to increase efficiency and target risk.

AML / KYC

Australia: Law Society of NSW Unveils AML Guide for Small Law Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

The guide aims to help smaller practices in New South Wales comply with Australia's incoming 'Tranche 2' AML reforms, effective 1 July 2026.

AML / KYC

FATF Ministers Agree New Priorities on Fraud, Virtual Assets

By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2026

FATF outlined its strategic priorities, emphasising a risk-based approach and the rapid implementation of virtual asset standards.

Crypto / Digital Assets

UK Regulator Details Global Scope of New Crypto Regime

By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2026

The FCA is consulting on guidance clarifying its new cryptoasset rules, which will have a broad territorial reach affecting many overseas firms.

AML / KYC

Australian Super Funds Detail Four-Pillar Cyber Defence Plan

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

The AFSA has detailed its response to 2025 cyber attacks, including a threat intelligence platform, a response playbook, and sector-wide exercises.

AML / KYC

SEBI and FIU-IND Sign Pact to Fight Money Laundering

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/04/2026

The agreement establishes a formal framework for data sharing to strengthen the implementation of AML rules in the securities market.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI and Telecom Regulator to Collaborate Against Securities Fraud

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/04/2026

India’s securities and telecom regulators will share real-time intelligence to proactively detect and disrupt financial scams and protect investors.