Mayur Joshi

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Mayur Joshi is a Contributing Editor at Regtechtimes, recognized for his authoritative reporting and analysis on financial crime, espionage, and global sanctions. His work combines investigative depth with geopolitical context, offering readers clear insights into the evolving landscape of compliance, risk, and international security. With a strong focus on sanctions imposed by OFAC and regulatory bodies across the US, UK, and Australia, Mayur is widely regarded as a subject-matter expert in the global sanctions ecosystem. He regularly contributes analysis on geopolitical developments—particularly China’s strategic influence, intelligence operations, and the shifting dynamics of global power. Mayur has authored seven books on financial crimes, money laundering, and corporate compliance, reinforcing his position as a leading voice in the regtech and financial intelligence community. He is also the architect of India’s first certification program in Anti-Money Laundering, a landmark initiative that helped shape professional AML training standards in the country. His recent work includes deep dives into sanctions regimes, illicit finance networks, state-sponsored espionage, and emerging threats across the global financial system, making him a trusted source for experts, journalists, and policymakers seeking clarity in a rapidly changing world.

Iranian Hacker Group APT42 Impersonates News Outlets and Think Tanks to Target Journalists and Activists

APT42 uses highly targeted spear-phishing campaigns to gain access to personal or corporate email accounts. They build trust with their victims before attempting to steal credentials.

Retaliatory Sanctions: Iran Blacklists Lockheed Martin, Chevron and 22 Others

The Iranian Foreign Minister has announced retaliatory sanctions on more than two dozen American and British individuals and entities for their alleged support of Israel.

Casino Laundering: Money Trail Exposed for Shohei Ohtani Stolen Cash

Shohei Ohtani's bank account has been implicated in a money laundering operation involving a string of $500,000 payments to an illegal bookmaking entity.

New US Sanctions Target 300 Companies from China, UAE, Hong Kong and Singapore

The New US Sanctions targeted 300 companies from China, UAE and Hong Kong tightening the noose around Russia

Mexican Crime Ring: 3 Laredo Residents Face Charges for Trafficking Firearms to Cartel del Noreste (CDN)

Angela Ruby Ponce, 18, Oscar Axel Flores, 22, and Mario Alberto Tovar, 28, are facing charges for their alleged involvement in purchasing firearms for the Cartel del Noreste (CDN)

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11 defendants charged in nationwide marriage fraud scheme involving foreign nationals

Summary A two-count indictment was unsealed today charging 11 individuals...

Chinese national pleads guilty in attempt to obtain sensitive U.S. military technology

Summary Earlier today, Dingwei Chen, a 29-year-old citizen of the...

3 gang members sentenced to life in prison for murder tied to Mexican Mafia

Mike Escobar, also known as “Risky,” 43, a member...

Corporate Due Diligence: Purpose and Company Assessment

1. Introduction Making the right business decision requires more than...