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Anti-Money Laundering
AML Beyond Banking: The Increasing Scope of Global AML Regulation
By Claus Christensen | 20/02/2019
Increased transparency in the banking sector has made other avenues for money laundering gain greater prominence, writes Claus Christensen at Know Your Customer Ltd.
Structural Regulation
India Liberalises Framework for Overseas Borrowing
By Editors | 17/01/2019
Eligible domestic borrowers can borrow up to $750mn per year in foreign currency or rupees from any entity in a country which is FATF or IOSCO compliant.
Anti-Money Laundering
Taiwan to Ease AML Requirements for Low Risk Clients
By Editors | 03/01/2019
The majority of banks’ clients pose low money laundering risks, and should not be subject to the same level of scrutiny as high risk clients, said FSC chairman Wellington Koo.
Anti-Money Laundering
Human Trafficking and AML: 2019 Could Be a Turning Point for Asian Banks
By Nick Turner | 03/01/2019
Banks will need to adapt existing AML programmes to include new monitoring scenarios and train staff to recognise human trafficking red flags, says Nick Turner at Clifford Chance.
Anti-Money Laundering
G20 Nations Commit to Regulating Cryptocurrencies
By Editors | 06/12/2018
G20 nations have signed a joint declaration calling for regulation of crypto assets to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
Anti-Money Laundering
South Korean Banks Vulnerable to Money Laundering Risks: FSC
By Editors | 29/11/2018
Banks are most exposed to money laundering risks due to the innate characteristics of their products and services, according to an FSC review of the domestic financial industry.
KYC & CDD
Overcoming the Challenges of Cross-Jurisdictional Customer Onboarding
By Claus Christensen | 28/11/2018
A digital-first approach to customer onboarding can protect companies from internal delays, customer dissatisfaction, hefty regulatory fines and reputational risk, says Claus Christensen.
Anti-Money Laundering
Taiwan’s Progress Impresses APG, Despite Some Shortcomings
By Manesh Samtani | 19/11/2018
The APG was reportedly impressed by Taiwan’s performance during its third round of mutual evaluations, which concluded last week.
AI Risk & Governance
Regulation Asia Awards for Excellence 2018 – Results Announcement
By Editors | 16/11/2018
Regulation Asia held its first ever Awards ceremony on 13 November to recognise technology companies, legal and consulting firms, and exchanges that have helped shape the regulatory landscape in Asia Pacific over the past year.
Anti-Money Laundering
Regulation Asia Awards ‘Law Firm of the Year’ to Herbert Smith Freehills
By Editors | 15/11/2018
Herbert Smith Freehills has been awarded Law Firm of the Year in the inaugural Regulation Asia Awards for Excellence 2018.
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