U.S. prosecutors have charged voting technology company Smartmatic with alleged money laundering related to bribes paid to election officials in the Philippines. The charges were announced on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
This development follows ongoing scrutiny of Smartmatic"s operations and financial practices. The allegations suggest that the company engaged in illicit activities to influence electoral processes in the region.
For more information on this case, see recent developments in the Smartmatic case.
No further details about the charges or the specific nature of the alleged money laundering have been released at this time.

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