AML / KYC

    Fintech / Regtech

    Australia’s CBA Deploys Agentic AI to Generate Real-Time Fraud Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/04/2026

    CBA’s new system detects emerging scam patterns and proposes interception rules, which remain subject to human-in-the-loop oversight.

    AML / KYC

    RBI Orders Banks to Compensate Cyber Fraud Victim

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/04/2026

    The order follows an INR 229 million "digital arrest" scam, highlighting bank liability for inadequate monitoring of mule accounts used by fraudsters.

    AML / KYC

    Hyderabad Police Urge RBI to Overhaul Controls on Mule Accounts

    By Nithya Subramanian | 25/04/2026

    A major police investigation has uncovered systemic KYC failures and alleged staff collusion in the creation of fraudulent accounts.

    AML / KYC

    Philippines Establishes New Inter-Agency Rules to Enforce POGO Ban

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/04/2026

    New inter-agency procedures aim to strengthen enforcement against illegal offshore gaming operators, focusing on asset seizure and financial intelligence.

    AML / KYC

    India Finalises Online Gaming Rules, Imposing New Obligations on FIs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 25/04/2026

    New rules effective 1 May establish a gaming authority and prohibit FIs from processing transactions for prohibited online money games.

    AML / KYC

    Prince Group Executives Used Tokyo Luxury Real Estate - Reports

    By Editors | 25/04/2026

    Senior executives linked to the sanctioned Cambodian conglomerate purchased luxury Tokyo properties with cash.

    AML / KYC

    Sri Lanka Strengthens Targeted Financial Sanctions Framework

    By Nithya Subramanian | 25/04/2026

    The country has renewed its focus on freezing assets and restricting financial access for individuals and entities linked to terrorism financing, aligning with international standards.

    Sanctions

    US Sanctions India-Based Firms in Sinaloa Cartel Crackdown

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

    The sanctions target a global precursor chemical network, putting FIs on notice over transactions with designated entities in India, Guatemala and Mexico.

    AML / KYC

    Australia: Sydney Lawyer Charged in Major Bank Fraud Investigation

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

    The arrest highlights a criminal syndicate's alleged infiltration of professional services, prompting wider regulatory scrutiny of mortgage fraud across Australian lenders.

    AML / KYC

    US Sanctions Cambodian Banks in Crackdown on Scam Networks

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

    A Cambodian senator, two banks, and dozens of associated entities have been sanctioned for links to cyber-fraud and human trafficking operations.

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