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Gojek Co-Founder Nadiem Makarim Sentenced to 10 Years in Landmark Corruption Case, Sparking Political Debate in Indonesia

In one of Indonesia's most closely watched corruption cases involving a prominent technology entrepreneur, former Education Minister and Gojek co-founder Nadiem Makarim has been sentenced to 10 years in...
Fraud, Bribery & Corruption

What Makes Someone a High-Risk Customer for Enhanced Due Diligence?

In financial crime compliance (FCC), few topics generate more confusion and more consequential errors...
Due Diligence

Former Sri Lankan Deputy Minister Jailed for 16 Years as Anti-Corruption Drive Intensifies

Sri Lanka’s ongoing crackdown on corruption took a significant step forward this week as...
Fraud, Bribery & Corruption

Former SNP Chief Peter Murrell Admits Embezzling £400,000 from Party Funds to Finance Lavish Lifestyle

Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP) and one...
Fraud, Bribery & Corruption

Former Nigerian Power Minister Arrested After Corruption Conviction Deepens Public Anger Over Energy Crisis

Nigeria’s anti-corruption campaign entered a significant new chapter this week with the arrest of...
Fraud, Bribery & Corruption
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China’s Former Defence Ministers Given Suspended Death Sentences in Major Corruption Crackdown

In one of the most significant developments in China’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign, two former...

Former Chinese Defence Ministers Sentenced to Death With Reprieve in Major Anti-Corruption Crackdown

Two former Chinese defence ministers have been sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve...

Risk-Tiering Politically Exposed Persons: Why a Blanket Approach to PEP Compliance No Longer Suffices

A retired backbencher and a sitting foreign head of state are both classified as...

Australia’s AML/CTF Reform Brings Expanded PEP Obligations Into Force from March 2026

Australia's financial intelligence authority AUSTRAC confirmed that significant AML/CTF reform obligations took effect on...

Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je Sentenced to 17 Years in Major Corruption Case

In one of the most significant political corruption cases in Taiwan's recent history, former...

Former Sint Maarten Minister Convicted in Landmark Corruption Case

In a significant ruling that underscores the growing global emphasis on political accountability, the...

AMLA’s First Public Hearing Sets Operational Expectations for KYC and Transaction Monitoring Across Europe

AMLA's inaugural public hearing held on March 24, 2026 included the release of draft...

Finance Minister Convicted in Electoral Bribery Case, Casting Shadow Over Tonga’s Political Landscape

In a landmark ruling with far-reaching political consequences, the Supreme Court of Tonga has...

Former Acting Accountant-General Sentenced to 72 Years for N868m Fraud

In a landmark ruling underscoring Nigeria’s intensified crackdown on financial crimes, the Economic and...

Former MP Vincent Smith Sentenced in Landmark Bosasa Corruption Case

In a significant development in South Africa’s ongoing fight against state capture and corruption,...

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