ASB is facing a fine of around $6 million for breaching anti-money laundering rules.
Banks are required to do their due diligence with their money, in order to comply with existing legislation - but ASB hasn't followed the right systems.
NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained further.
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