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The Globe and Mail: Canadian banking regulator says AML risks have risen
TD Bank is under intense regulatory scrutiny regarding its AML program with a potential record fine of over US $3 billion from U.S. regulators. The bank’s issues, exacerbated by its failed US $13.4 billion acquisition of First Horizon Corp highlight broader challenges in the banking sector as criminal organizations grow more sophisticated and operate internationally…
Reuters: TD Bank faces US $3bn in penalties as part of US settlement, over charges it failed to properly monitor ML by drug cartels
TD Bank has become the largest US bank to plead guilty to violating federal AML laws and will pay over US $3 billion in penalties. The settlement stems from multiple government investigations into widespread compliance failures. As part of the plea deal, the bank will face an unusual asset cap and other business restrictions…
Intellinews: JPMorgan Chase and HSBC allegedly unknowingly processed payments for Wagner warlord Yevgeny Prigozhin
Leading Western banks JPMorgan Chase and HSBC unknowingly processed payments for companies linked to the Wagner Group leader. These transactions supported Wagner’s operations in Africa, which were profited from regimes by securing mining concessions. While the banks denied knowledge of Wagner’s involvement, the leaked documents highlight how the group blurred the lines between legitimate and illicit activities…
Mynews: China’s money-laundering crackdown needs ‘urgent’ plan to recover illicit digital assets
Growth of virtual currencies such as bitcoin and ether used in crimes has been ‘phenomenal’…
BBC: Singapore’s former minister has been found guilty of accepting gifts during his time in office after pleading guilty in a local court
The first political office-holder in Singapore to be tried in court in the last 50 years known for bringing the Formula 1 Grand Prix to the country which concluded shortly before his court appearance. According to charge sheets he allegedly received gifts worth over US$ 403,000 including flights, hotel stays, musicals, and Grand Prix tickets. After the charges were filed in guilty he was asked to resigned from his government role…
Yahoo Finance: Danske Bank’s settlement in France concludes the final investigation into suspected ML
Danske Bank has settled with French authorities concluding the last investigation related to suspected ML in Estonia with a payment of US $7 million. This settlement follows multiple investigations prompted by a 2018 internal probe that revealed approximately 200 billion euros in suspicious transactions. Danske’s senior general counsel noted that this marks the final inquiry into the bank concerning its non-resident portfolio from the Estonian branch…
Finance Magnates: Australia’s financial watchdog is seeking a technology partner for a 5-year initiative to combat fraud
Australia’s financial regulator is seeking a tech partner for a five-year contract to tackle fraudulent websites targeting investors with the current deal ending in June 2025. The initiative supports the government’s “Fighting Scams” campaign focusing on fake investment platforms and crypto scams. Since July 2023, ASIC has removed over 7300 scam websites as investment fraud losses in Australia hit US $1.3 billion in 2023…
Arab Times: Kuwait has prohibited cash transactions for vehicle sales as part of efforts to combat ML
Kuwait’s Ministry of Trade and Industry has prohibited cash payments for vehicle sales, mandating transactions through banking channels to combat ML. This measure aims to improve fund tracking and ensure compliance, with violations subject to penalties. The ministry emphasized its dedication to fighting financial crimes that threaten the economy and the nation’s global standing…
Guardian: HSBC urges tech companies to assist in reimbursing fraud victims
Most authorized push payment (APP) scams where individuals are tricked into transferring money to criminals are facilitated by text messages or fake ads on platforms like Instagram, Google, TikTok, and Facebook Marketplace. APP fraud losses reached £459.7m in 2023 with 232,429 cases.While banks are urged to stay vigilant, HSBC’s Callington emphasized that tech companies must also be held accountable…
Ch-Aviation: Air Botswana plagued by renewed media reports of corruption
Allegations – reported by ch-aviation- include non-compliance with aviation standards, lack of proper qualifications among staff, and questionable procurement processes for previously owned aircraft without the necessary inspections.
New Lines Magazine reports on the trend in Albanian organised crime for keeping lions and other big cats
Animals are kept by gangsters and frequently showcased on social media for clout.
Business Times: The AML watchdog urges India to accelerate prosecutions
The task force establishes global standards for national authorities addressing illicit funds from drug trafficking, illegal arms trade, cyber fraud, and other serious crimes. India, a member since 2010 was found compliant or largely compliant on 37 out of 40 evaluated parameters in the task force’s recent assessment. However, the global watchdog noted that the number of ML convictions in India has been affected by constitutional challenges…