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Philippines remains on FATF gray list
The Philippines failed anew to exit the gray list or list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring after falling short in addressing the remaining concerns on its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regime, according to global dirty money watchdog Financial Action Task Force......»»
Police: No truth to bomb threat at PI’s prayer rally
The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has debunked a text message claiming a bomb threat at the People's Initiative (PI) “Unity for One Nation, One Prayer” rally in San Pedro Square. The message warned of possible explosions at Rizal Park, one of the rally venues. Despite the lack of credible threats, the police urged vigilance and cooperation from the public for safety. Approximately 300 police personnel were deployed to secure various rally points, with additional support from volunteers and security clusters. Task Force Davao also activated a high alert status as part of the city's security measures. Captain John Louie Dema-ala confirmed that the circulating threat was unfounded and aimed at intimidating rallyists. Despite this, nearly 17,000 Dabawenyos joined the rally to oppose the proposed Charter change (Cha-cha) movement. The police and security forces remain vigilant and are conducting ongoing investigations into the social media threat......»»
Suspected terror fund facilitator caught using remittance centers
Emmett Manantan of the Anti-Money Laundering Council confirmed that the suspect Myrna Mabanza used money service businesses to transfer funds to members of the Abu Sayyaf Group.....»»
BSP tightens rules on reporting threats
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is now requiring banks and financial institutions to report any significant incident related to money laundering, terrorism and proliferation financing within 24 hours......»»
Unregistered entities may face more stringent AMLC sanctions
Unregistered designated non-financial businesses and professions that failed to register on time could face more stringent sanctions from the financial intelligence unit, according to the Anti-Money Laundering Council......»»
ED attaches asset worth Rs 70 lakh in bank fraud implicating Hyderabad-based Jasleen Enterprises
New Delhi [India], March 28 (ANI): The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has attached an immovable property valued at Rs 70 lakh in a bank fraud case involving Jasleen Enterprises headquartered in Hyderabad. The Hyderabad division of the ED attached the fixed asset in accordance with the stipulations outlined in the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) of 2002. ED initiated investigation on the basis of First Informati.....»»
AMLC to be invited in next Senate hearing on Quiboloy s alleged abuses
The Senate women and gender equality committee has invited the AMLC to attend the next hearing as the panel seeks to determine the extent to which Quiboloy siphoned funding from KOJC followers through money laundering......»»
Deal only with registered entities – AMLC
The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has reminded covered persons to deal only with registered designated non-financial businesses and professions (DNFBPs), as failure to do so may lead to sanctions......»»
SEC to share data with more government agencies
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is teaming up with more government agencies to boost efforts to combat money laundering and terrorism financing......»»
ED attaches assets under PMLA in Kamla Landmarc case
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 29 (ANI): The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Mumbai, has issued two provisional attachment orders under the provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, attaching assets worth Rs. 48.67 crore of Jitendra Jain, Director in various partnership firms and private companies owned by Kamala Landmarc Group of companies and assets worth Rs. 15.29 Crore of Parvath Shetty,.....»»
ED attaches assets under PMLA in Kamla Landmarc case
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 29 (ANI): The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Mumbai, has issued two provisional attachment orders under the provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, attaching assets worth Rs. 48.67 crore of Jitendra Jain, Director in various partnership firms and private companies owned by Kamala Landmarc Group of companies and assets worth Rs. 15.29 Crore of Parvath Shetty,.....»»
EDITORIAL Stuck in the gray list
While moving heaven and Earth to amend the Constitution ostensibly to attract more foreign investments, the government is taking its sweet time getting out of the so-called gray list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring for money laundering and counterterrorist financing......»»
‘Golden Triangle ring still a threat’
The Chinese-run Golden Triangle syndicate remains a threat, but the government is taking steps to reduce its influence in the country, anti-narcotics officials said yesterday......»»
Top 5 Simple Habits to Save Money Every Day
Saving money doesn’t mean you have to live a life of extreme frugality. Finding the right balance between spending and saving can help you manage your finances. Creating good habits can also help you save more money without sacrificing your quality of life. Here are five simple habits to help you save money every day. […].....»»
Another money changer gets license revoked by BSP
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has cancelled the registration of another money changer as the regulator continues to ramp up its campaign against illegally operating money service businesses (MSBs)......»»
Valentine’s Day tips for talking about money as a couple
NEW YORK (AP) — Money might not be the most romantic topic for Valentine’s Day, but talking about finances with your significant other is a key element of a healthy relationship. Money problems are one of the most common reasons couples separate, said Emily Simonian, head of clinical learning at Thriveworks, a mental health company......»»
‘Downgrade Abu kidnap threat in Sulu-Celebes seas’
A Singapore-based anti-piracy and high sea robbery monitoring group has recommended the downgrading of the threat of kidnapping by Abu Sayyaf bandits in the waters at the border of Malaysia and the Philippines......»»
SC rules: Red-tagging is threat to life, liberty
For almost six years, red-tagging has been a major component of the bloody counterinsurgency campaign – initiated and implemented by the Duterte regime and sustained by the Marcos Jr. administration – through the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC). The post SC rules: Red-tagging is threat to life, liberty appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Police promote bomb threat awareness
Police promote bomb threat awareness .....»»
Cyberlibel as legal threat to media practitioners
The threat of being prosecuted for libel stifles the dynamism of the conversations that take place in cyberspace. Thus declared Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen in the case of Disini vs Secretary of Justice (G.R. No. 203335, February 18, 2014) in connection with the constitutionality of Republic Act No. 10175 or the Cybercrime.....»»