United States

Fintech / Regtech

Thailand Raids Worldcoin-Linked Exchange, Citing Unlicensed Operations

By Editors | 27/10/2025

Authorities arrest suspects at a Bangkok location, alleging violations of digital asset laws and highlighting money laundering and scam risks.

Securities / Derivatives

FINRA Probes Broker-Dealers Over China Small-Cap IPOs and Trading

By Editors | 27/10/2025

The US self-regulatory body is scrutinising underwriting and trading practices, demanding detailed information on due diligence, anti-manipulation, and AML controls.

Fintech / Regtech

Philippine SEC to Launch Blockchain Platform for Corporate Filings

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/10/2025

The SEC has released draft rules for a new platform that will give blockchain-signed digital documents the same legal force as notarised papers.

Securities / Derivatives

Thai SEC Plans Rule Overhaul to Bolster Investor Protection, Curb Risk

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/10/2025

The SEC is set to grant minority shareholders greater voting powers, tighten rules on short selling, and align ESG disclosure with global standards.

AML / KYC

Thailand Freezes Cambodian Assets, Minister Resigns Amid Scam Probe

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/10/2025

Thailand’s AMLO has frozen over THB 70 million in assets, while the deputy finance minister has resigned following allegations of receiving illicit crypto payments.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea Forms 9-Nation Alliance to Dismantle Financial Scam Hubs

By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

The 'Breaking Chains' operation will target virtual asset fraud and voice phishing syndicates based in Southeast Asia, with Interpol also participating.

Sanctions

US, EU Broaden Russia Sanctions, Targeting Energy and Finance

By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

New measures target Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil, with specific designations for Chinese oil refineries and a Hong Kong-based oil trader.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong SFC Approves Asia's First Spot Solana ETF

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

China Asset Management's spot Solana ETF has been approved to list on HKEX, expanding the city's regulated virtual asset offerings beyond Bitcoin and Ether.

ESG / Sustainability

Thai SEC Broadens ESG Fund Investment Scope to Include REITs

By Mark Johnston | 23/10/2025

Thai SEC expanded the eligible assets for Thai ESG funds to include sustainable REITs and infrastructure funds, effective 16 October.