Crypto / Digital Assets

Fintech / Regtech

Global Central Banks Advancing Work on Digital Assets: BIS

By Manesh Samtani | 24/08/2025

The emergence of stablecoins and other cryptoassets is accelerating CBDC work for over a third of central banks globally, new BIS survey reveals.

Trending

AUSTRAC Orders External AML Audit of Crypto Exchange Binance

By Editors | 22/08/2025

AUSTRAC cited serious concerns with Binance's AML controls, governance, and a lack of understanding of local Australian risks.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan FSA to Create New Bureau for Crypto, Insurance, Asset Management

By Editors | 22/08/2025

The FSA plans to reorganise in 2026, creating a new body to oversee digital finance and crypto-assets alongside insurance and asset management.

Crypto / Digital Assets

China State Council to Consider Roadmap for Yuan Stablecoin - Reports

By Editors | 22/08/2025

Top policymakers will consider a plan to authorise yuan-backed stablecoins. Hong Kong and Shanghai are positioned as potential implementation hubs.

Sanctions

UK Sanctions Kyrgyz Bank, Crypto Firms in Russia Evasion Clampdown

By Manesh Samtani | 22/08/2025

The new designations target a bank and crypto networks in Kyrgyzstan accused of helping Russia circumvent international financial restrictions.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Busan Exchange to Export Blockchain City Model to Cambodia

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/08/2025

Bdan has partnered with Cambodia’s SERC to explore applying the Korean city’s blockchain model in Phnom Penh, covering tokenisation, cross-listings and fintech training.

Fintech / Regtech

UDPN, G+D, GFT Back Commercial Bank Money Token Push

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/08/2025

The three firms join the CBMT project as technical partners to enable secure, DLT-based business transactions.

Fintech / Regtech

Hana Securities Completes Security Token Test with KSD

By Editors | 21/08/2025

Hana Securities has successfully validated its issuance and distribution platform in a regulatory sandbox in preparation for upcoming digital assets legislation.

Fintech / Regtech

Industry Launches Real-time Crypto Crime Response Network

By Manesh Samtani | 21/08/2025

The Beacon Network aims to set a new standard for real-time financial crime response and prevent illicit crypto funds from being cashed out.