AML / KYC

Thailand Works to Address Risks of Myanmar Transactions

04/01/2025

No evidence was found that transactions with Myanmar were linked to weapons purchases. A new sanctions policy has been issued.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Do Kwon Appears in US Court Following Extradition from Montenegro

03/01/2025

Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon appeared in court on Thursday, ending more than 18 months of uncertainty about his extradition.

Crypto / Digital Assets

OJK Indonesia Issues Regulations for Digital Asset Trading

03/01/2025

OJK is adopting Bappebti regulations, with refinements, to ensure continuity as it transitions into the new regulatory body for Indonesia’s crypto sector.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Philippine SEC Proposes New Regulatory Framework for Crypto

02/01/2025

The rules cover capital requirements, consumer protection, disclosures and marketing, AML compliance, market abuse, and cybersecurity.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Working to Implement Changes to Dividend Practices

02/01/2025

Listed companies will be required to set their dividend record dates to be after general shareholders’ meetings.

Sanctions

Japan FSA Requests Self-Inspections from Crypto Exchanges

02/01/2025

The JVCEA is asked to ensure member crypto exchanges assess their vulnerability to North Korean cyberattacks, focusing on wallet management.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea Finalises Industry Rules to Improve Bank Lending Standards

01/01/2025

The self-regulatory rules strengthen verification procedures for loan documents, collateral value, lease agreements, and use of funds monitoring.

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan, Japan to Launch First Cross-border ETF in Q3 2025

01/01/2025

New FSC recognition paves the way for Taiwanese ETFs to be brought into the Japanese market for the first time

Fintech / Regtech

Taiwan FSC Relaxes Policy on Digital Insurer Licensing

31/12/2024

Digital insurers allowed to operate physical branches. Paid-in capital requirement halved. Foreign providers can apply to open Taiwan branch.