FORUM ON UNVEILING THE WORLD OF DIGITAL FINANCIAL CRIME: INVESTIGATIVE TOOLS AD TACTICS

SANDAKAN, 12 November 2025 – National Anti-Financial Crime Centre (NFCC) recently hosted a forum at the Livingston Hotel, Sandakan. The event was officially inaugurated by YBhg. Dato’ Sri Shamshun Baharin bin Mohd Jamil, Director General of NFCC. The forum comprised two main segments: a plenary session and a discussion forum.

The Briefing on the Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA) and the Briefing on the Initiation of AMLA Investigations were organized to enhance participants’ understanding and competence in fulfilling their responsibilities related to financial crime prevention. Through the AMLA briefings, participants received comprehensive exposure to legal provisions, compliance obligations, and regulatory mechanisms that form the foundation of efforts to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. These sessions also ensured that all agencies and individuals involved are able to perform their roles consistently and in accordance with established standards.

Meanwhile, the Forum on Unveiling the World of Digital Financial Crime: Investigative Tools and Tactics aimed to provide an in-depth discussion on financial crime threats in the digital era and the modern investigative methods employed by authorities. Participants were introduced to the latest developments in cybercriminal modus operandi, including the use of new technologies, digital platforms, and complex financial networks. In addition, the forum showcased various analytical tools, digital forensic techniques, and cross-agency investigative approaches that can enhance the effectiveness of financial crime investigations. The forum also reinforced participants’ understanding of the importance of strategic collaboration between enforcement agencies, the financial sector, and technology providers in combating digital financial crime in a comprehensive and integrated manner.