Crypto / Digital Assets

    Securities / Derivatives

    SC Malaysia Issues Guidance on Digital Asset Broking Services

    By Manesh Samtani | 06/02/2026

    The new framework requires strict operational readiness, client asset protection, and third-party validation for licensed brokers.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Malaysia Actively Testing Ringgit-based Stablecoins in Sandbox

    By Editors | 06/02/2026

    BNM is assessing 30-35 digital asset proposals in its sandbox, aiming to create guardrails for innovation and consumer protection.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong Fund Industry Could Double With Tokenisation: Report

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/02/2026

    Whitepaper from BCG, Aptos Labs and Hang Seng Bank outlines a policy and technology roadmap for token-based finance.

    Enforcement

    Korea Hands Down First Prison Sentence Under New Virtual Asset Law

    By Mark Johnston | 05/02/2026

    A Seoul court has jailed a crypto executive for market manipulation in the first conviction under the Virtual Asset User Protection Act.

    Enforcement

    US Jails Chinese National for 'Pig Butchering' Crypto Laundering Scheme

    By Editors | 05/02/2026

    Jingliang Su was sentenced to nearly four years for laundering funds from scams run from Cambodian centres through the Bahamas using Tether.

    Capital / Liquidity

    FSB Targeting Non-Bank Risks, Crypto and Payments in 2026 Agenda

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/02/2026

    The work plan includes assessments on AI adoption, stablecoin risks and crisis preparedness, as regulators seek to adapt oversight to evolving financial markets.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Korea Fintech Industry Opposes Proposed Crypto Exchange Ownership Cap

    By Mark Johnston | 05/02/2026

    Industry body warns the 15-20% limit will stifle innovation and suggests market-friendly governance alternatives instead.

    Trending

    HK Official Details Bond Market Reforms, Eyes E-Trading and CGB Futures

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/02/2026

    Regulators are studying an electronic trading platform, preparing to launch offshore CGB futures, and exploring wider use of tokenised bonds.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Coinbase Accuses Australian Banks of 'Systemic Debanking'

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026

    Coinbase has urged lawmakers to legislate transparency measures, arguing current bank practices threaten competition and innovation in the country.

    Fintech / Regtech

    HKMA Unveils Blueprint to Tackle AI, Quantum Risks in Banking

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026

    The plan includes a new cybersecurity baseline and a quantum readiness index to address risks in advanced technology adoption.

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