FATF warns online gambling can open new routes for illicit finance
The FATF says online gambling, offshore operators and fast payment systems can help criminals move money across borders, urging stronger oversight and cooperation.
Illicit Finance
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FATF warns hawala and underground banking fuel global laundering
A FATF report says underground banking and hawala are widespread laundering channels, increasingly linked to fintech, digital assets, fraud and cybercrime.
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Philippines arrests ex-House speaker in flood-control case
Former Philippine House speaker Martin Romualdez faces plunder charges over alleged 7.44 billion-peso kickbacks tied to public-works projects.
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Malaysia’s Former Prime Minister Charged Over Asset Declaration
Ismail Sabri Yaakob pleaded not guilty in Kuala Lumpur after prosecutors alleged he failed to fully declare cash, foreign currencies and precious metals.
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UK and EU target Sudan gold networks financing the war
Britain sanctioned 11 people and companies while the EU restricted Sudan-origin gold and mining inputs in a broader effort to cut war financing.