United States

Sanctions

OFAC Sanctions Two More Iran-Linked Circumvention Networks

By Manesh Samtani | 04/04/2025

A China-based motor manufacturer and a Hong Kong-based ship operator were included in the sanctions.

Sanctions

US Sanctions China, Hong Kong Officials Over NSL Implementation

By Manesh Samtani | 02/04/2025

Six officials were sanctioned for engaging in “actions or policies that threaten to further erode the autonomy of Hong Kong”.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Thai SEC Files Criminal Complaints Against Crypto Firms OKX and XT.COM

By Nithya Subramanian | 31/03/2025

The SEC alleges that OKX and XT.COM promoted their platforms to Thai investors without proper authorisation, in violation of the Digital Asset Act.

AML / KYC

Thailand to Grant SEC More Power to Tackle Market Abuse

By Editors | 31/03/2025

The SEC will be able to conduct its own investigations, directly file charges in court, and block major business transactions if it detects financial irregularities.

ESG / Sustainability

Thai SEC Relaxes Rules to Allow Tokenisation of Carbon Credits

By Manesh Samtani | 29/03/2025

Digital asset businesses can provide services for carbon credits, RECs, and carbon allowances in a “ready-to-use digital token format”

Fintech / Regtech

Navigating the Regulation of Generative AI in Financial Services

By Mary Leung | 27/03/2025

Mary Leung discusses how AI is being regulated in the financial services industry and the approaches different jurisdictions are pursuing.

Sanctions

US Commerce Dept Adds Over 50 Chinese Firms to Entity List

By Manesh Samtani | 26/03/2025

This is to prevent “foreign adversaries” from using US tech and goods for high-performance computing, hypersonic and ballistic missiles, military aircraft training, and UAVs.

ESG / Sustainability

Thai Bourse Earns SBTi Recognition for Climate Strategy

By Mark Johnston | 26/03/2025

The Stock Exchange of Thailand joins Bursa Malaysia, Nasdaq, and Deutsche Börse Group in receiving SBTi validation for its net zero targets.

Enforcement

Malaysia to Tighten Semiconductor Regulations Amid US Pressure

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/03/2025

The US has asked Malaysia to monitor every shipment containing Nvidia chips and ensure they are not diverted to China in violation of export controls.