AML / KYC

Enforcement

Thailand Cracks Down on Chinese Bitcoin Mining Tied to THB 5bn Flows

By Mark Johnston | 09/12/2025

Thailand's “Operation Copperhead” has exposed a transnational Bitcoin mining ring, triggering focus on money laundering and digital asset crime.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Consolidation of FPI Rules to Streamline Foreign Investment

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

The consultation proposes consolidated rules for FPIs and Designated Depository Participants to simplify compliance and improve regulatory clarity.

AML / KYC

Singapore Blocks SRS Auto Vehicle Sales in Widening Money Laundering Probe

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

The probe centres on Cambodian tycoon Chen Zhi and unregulated financing schemes that bypass central bank oversight.

Crypto / Digital Assets

China Declares RWA Tokenisation 'Illegal Financial Activity'

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

A joint warning from seven industry bodies clarifies the legal status of RWA and extends liability to domestic staff of overseas firms.

ESG / Sustainability

RBI Standardises Framework for Basic Bank Accounts Across Industry

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

The central bank has unified BSBD account norms nationwide, expanding free services and updating digital and KYC requirements across every class of bank.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Cambodia Central Bank Announces Full Liquidation of Huione Pay

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

The National Bank of Cambodia has announced the complete liquidation of payment firm Huione Pay following its licence revocation in September 2024.

AML / KYC

India Eases KYC Process for NRIs, OCIs Joining National Pension System

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

PFRDA has updated verification rules to simplify digital onboarding for overseas subscribers while tightening due-diligence and compliance requirements.

Securities / Derivatives

Thai Regulators Unite to Combat Illicit Funds, Tighten Gold and Crypto Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 08/12/2025

A coordinated crackdown will impose new reporting on gold traders, stricter KYC/CDD, and amend FX rules to curb illicit financial flows.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore: Man Charged Over Unlicensed Cross-Border Transfers

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

A 33-year-old former company director faces charges for allegedly using Wise and crypto platforms to scam proceeds without a valid payment services licence.