Financial Crimes Investigation Board

Istanbul capital markets investigation expands

14 clusters · 183 sources · last updated about 6 hours ago

Latest: Turkey targets 187 billion TL in fund investigation

The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office investigation into capital market manipulation, money laundering, and terrorism financing has intensified. The probe involves entities such as Pusula Finans Holding AŞ, Tera

Turkey intensifies crackdown on crime, drugs and betting

92 clusters · 263 sources · last updated about 8 hours ago

Latest: Turkey arrests 22 ISIS suspects in eight-province operation

Turkey’s security drive intensified throughout July 2026, adding new layers to the multi‑front campaign against organised crime, drug trafficking, illegal gambling and terrorism. On 3 July, coordinated sweeps in 16 provi

Turkish tax evasion and compliance audits

6 clusters · 44 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Turkey expands mandatory electronic tax notification system

The Turkish Ministry of Treasury and Finance has expanded the mandatory electronic tax notification (e-Tebligat) system through new regulations published in the Official Gazette. The expanded scope requires registration

Corruption investigations in Turkish municipalities

5 clusters · 76 sources · last updated about 24 hours ago

Latest: Esenyurt Municipality corruption probe leads to 9 arrests

Corruption and embezzlement investigations have expanded across multiple Turkish municipalities, including Eskişehir, Mersin, Bursa, Yalova, Silifke, and Yahşihan. In İzmir, investigations in Çeşme led to the arrest of

Global AML and CFT regulatory updates

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: European Union to cap cash payments at 10,000 euros by 2027

New anti-money laundering (AML) and countering financing of terrorism (CFT) regulations are being implemented in New Zealand and the European Union. In New Zealand, the real estate sector will face a new tiered AML/CFT l

Turkish organized crime and fraud crackdowns

85 clusters · 222 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Istanbul nightclub owners indicted in drug investigation

In mid-September 2026, the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office in Istanbul launched investigations targeting individuals in the arts, sports, and social media sectors for facilitating drug use, blackmail, and priva

Turkey financial crime regulation and enforcement

3 clusters · 38 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey raises identity verification limits for financial transactions

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

Turkey economic and banking market trends

5 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Turkey updates credit card limits and mobile phone financing rules

Turkey continues to expand its digital payment ecosystem, solidifying its position as Europe’s largest credit card market. Recent data from the Interbank Card Center (BKM) shows that total card payments reached approxima

Turkey Capital Markets Board regulatory updates

8 clusters · 53 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Capital Markets Board extends equity protection ratio in Turkey

The Capital Markets Board (SPK) of Turkey continues to implement regulatory updates focused on market transparency, reporting, and accessibility. Following previous decisions regarding IPO prioritization and capital requ

CHP opposition to government systems and economic issues

2 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu pledges legislative action for internship and apprenticeship victims

The Republican People's Party (CHP) has intensified its criticism of the Turkish government, citing a management crisis across political, economic, and legal sectors. The party has called for a transition from the curren

Kardzhali Municipality corruption investigation

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Kırıkkale Municipality employees arrested in bribery probe

In Kardzhali, Bulgaria, three municipal officials, including the deputy mayor and municipal secretary, were detained for up to 24 hours following an investigation into allegations of coercion. Mayor Erol Mumyun stated

Investigation into Mehmet Fatih Tançalan's finances

4 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Istanbul police arrest two drug manufacturers using fake workshop

Authorities in Van, Turkey, have arrested Mehmet Fatih Tançalan, known on social media as ‘Vanlı Kara Haydar’, and his wife, influencer Çağla Öz Tançalan, on charges of ‘laundering assets derived from crime’ and ‘insulti

Turkish enforcement office fraud investigation

2 clusters · 114 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Turkey conducts major criminal investigations and narcotics operations

Prosecutors in Düzce have arrested four suspects following a multi-city investigation involving Düzce, Bursa, and Tekirdağ. The operation targeted a group, which allegedly included an enforcement manager and legal clerks

Turkish state data breach and financial crime investigations

2 clusters · 102 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu investigation: Second wave of operations across 16 provinces

Turkish authorities have expanded their investigation into security breaches within the Financial Crimes Investigation Board (MASAK) and its Integrated Financial Intelligence System (EMIS). Justice Minister Akın Gürlek a

Corruption investigations in İzmir municipalities

2 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Menderes Municipality investigation leads to new arrests in İzmir

Corruption investigations in İzmir have expanded to include multiple municipal entities and high-ranking officials. An indictment was finalized regarding the S. S. İş İnsanları Örnekköy Housing Construction Cooperative,

Legal investigations into accidents and privacy in Turkey

2 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Turkey legal updates: Murder trial, gym camera scandal, and liability rulings

Legal investigations and court proceedings in Turkey continue to address several incidents involving privacy violations and fatal accidents. In İzmir’s Karşıyaka district, authorities are investigating the discovery of