Enforcement

Enforcement

Korea FSS Set to Launch Investigations Unit, Sanction Crypto Firms

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

FSS Governor also warned of mis-selling risks in overseas private debt and confirms internal control flaws at Bithumb crypto exchange.

AML / KYC

UK Freezes US$107 Million in London Property Linked to Chinese Fugitive

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

The action utilises an Unexplained Wealth Order, placing scrutiny on anti-money laundering checks within the UK’s luxury property market.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan FSA Warns KuCoin Amid Broader Crypto Oversight Push

By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

The regulator has flagged several offshore platforms for unregistered services ahead of planned legislative changes to strengthen its enforcement powers.

Enforcement

Hong Kong Amends Security Law to Compel Password Disclosure

By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

New rules introduce jail time for non-compliance and expand customs' powers, prompting concern from legal experts and a US diplomatic alert.

AML / KYC

Bangladesh Bank Staff to be Charged Over Decade-Old Cyber Heist

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/03/2026

Investigators have identified nearly 70 suspects, including bank insiders, in the 2016 SWIFT network breach.

Enforcement

Indian Authorities Arrest Suspect Linked to Myanmar Crypto Scam Ring

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/03/2026

The arrest of a key suspect in a human trafficking network forcing victims into crypto fraud highlights a growing challenge for regional financial crime enforcement.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong Charges 10 More in HKD 1.6 Billion JPEX Crypto Case

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

The individuals face money laundering charges and have been remanded in custody as the city-wide investigation into the platform continues.

Enforcement

Korea to Ramp Up Penalties for Late Cyber Incident Reporting, Illegal Spam

By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

New amendments introduce fines of up to six percent of sales for spam violations and increase penalties for delayed cyber incident reporting for companies.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Australian Court Fines Binance Unit for Misclassifying Retail Customers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

The penalty follows the misclassification of hundreds of retail clients as 'wholesale', leading to millions in losses on high-risk crypto derivatives.