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Vietnamese banking regulatory and security updates

5 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Vietnam banking security rules to restrict mobile app access

Major Vietnamese banks, including Vietcombank, BIDV, VietinBank, and Agribank, are implementing stricter identity verification measures to enhance financial security and online payment safety. Under new regulations, acco

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Rise of sophisticated AI-driven deepfake impersonation scams

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Latest: Cybercrime Alert: AI-driven job scams and targeted travel fraud on the rise

Cybersecurity authorities continue to warn of evolving deepfake scams using artificial intelligence to impersonate trusted individuals. In India, SEBI has warned of the ‘Boss Scam,’ where fraudsters use AI-generated vide

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Turkey financial crime regulation and enforcement

2 clusters · 28 sources · last updated

Latest: MASAK implements new financial transaction limits and anti-crime measures

Following an investigation by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office into a money laundering and illegal betting network involving Papel Elektronik Para ve Ödeme Hizmetleri A.Ş., the Central Bank of the Republic o

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Cryptocurrency and no-KYC integration in online gambling

5 clusters · 19 sources · last updated

Latest: Online gaming industry faces rising regulatory and AML compliance demands

The online gambling sector is undergoing a shift toward increased privacy and transaction speed through new platform models and the adoption of digital assets. Initial developments highlighted the rise of Telegram-based

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West African sovereign debt and fiscal pressures

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Latest: Cameroon economy faces slow growth and debt absorption challenges

In late July 2026, Senegal reported external debt of approximately 16.9 trillion FCFA, with rising interest payments threatening public investment. Simultaneously, Cameroon faces mounting fiscal pressure. While official

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Eswatini digital and financial regulatory developments

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Eswatini officials report progress on financial regulations and investor protections

Eswatini is implementing various regulatory and infrastructural initiatives to strengthen its digital and financial sectors. In the digital sphere, the government has prioritized cybersecurity as part of its mobile gove

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Thailand financial crime prevention initiatives

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Thailand Finance Ministry to integrate data to combat illicit funds

Thailand has initiated a multi-sector effort to combat illicit financial activities and ‘grey money’ through enhanced regulatory frameworks and data integration. Initially, the Bank of Thailand and 11 financial sector a

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Taiwan virtual asset regulatory development

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Latest: Taiwan advances virtual asset regulation and stablecoin settlement

Taiwan is establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for the virtual asset industry following the passage of the Virtual Asset Service Act. This legislation transitions oversight from basic anti-money laundering m

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Namibia immigration and financial regulation updates

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Latest: Namibia launches investor tax guide and prepares for Belgian trade mission

Namibia is implementing new immigration and economic measures to facilitate foreign investment and strengthen financial regulation. Effective September 1, 2026, the government launched the five-year ‘Employment Permit to

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Digital evolution of hawala money laundering networks

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Latest: FATF report details digital evolution of hawala money laundering networks

Investigations and reports have highlighted the evolving role of hawala and underground banking networks in facilitating global illicit finance. An investigation by the European Broadcasting Union revealed that a Whats

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FATF warnings on professionalized money laundering networks

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Latest: FATF warns of digital money laundering via AI and crypto

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has issued warnings regarding the professionalization and evolution of global underground banking and hawala networks. These systems are increasingly operating under a ‘money launde

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Algeria international cooperation and Niger infrastructure

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Latest: Algeria and Niger form strategic public works partnership

Algeria is pursuing dual tracks of international cooperation involving anti-corruption efforts and regional infrastructure development. In Vienna, Algerian representatives participated in the 17th session of the UN Conve

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Singapore and Japan stablecoin regulatory developments

2 clusters · 19 sources · last updated

Latest: Singapore and Japan review stablecoin regulatory frameworks

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has initiated a proposal to regulate stablecoins through legislative changes to the Payment Services Act. The proposed Single-Currency Stablecoin framework aims to allow only lic

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Indonesian tax investigation into steel companies

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated

Latest: Indonesia implements fiscal measures and infrastructure budget planning

Indonesia has launched an investigation into 40 steel companies for potential tax evasion, with estimated losses ranging between Rp4 trillion and Rp5 trillion. The Ministry of Finance identified issues involving fraudule

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Global crypto-asset regulatory evolution

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Latest: EU crypto regulation expands from MiCA market rules to tax transparency

The regulatory landscape for crypto-assets is undergoing significant shifts toward harmonization and increased oversight. In Monaco, the government has proposed Bill No. 1131 to overhaul its existing cryptocurrency frame

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Nigeria EFCC asset recovery and economic crime enforcement

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Latest: EFCC recovers N1.23tn and $684m, secures 10,872 convictions

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detailed its efforts to recover stolen Nigerian assets and combat economic crime. During a symposium in the United Kingdom, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede announced a

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