Crypto / Digital Assets

    Securities / Derivatives

    South Korea Proposes Mandatory Asset Disclosure for Finfluencers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2026

    New bill would require financial influencers to reveal their holdings and paid promotions, with penalties including jail terms and fines up to KRW 500 million for violations.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Malaysian Conglomerate DRB-Hicom to Explore Ringgit Stablecoin

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2026

    DRB-Hicom’s partnership with Geno will assess a ringgit-backed stablecoin and enterprise blockchain use cases, in line with BNM’s digital asset framework.

    Fintech / Regtech

    BOK Adds Retailer Daiso to CBDC Pilot After Weak First Phase

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/02/2026

    The popular discount chain is expected to boost transaction data in a revived test of the central bank's digital currency programme.

    Securities / Derivatives

    BCBS Progresses Work on Expedited Review of Cryptoasset Standard

    By Editors | 26/02/2026

    At its latest meeting, the BCBS discussed recent market developments, noting progress on a targeted review of its prudential standard for banks' cryptoasset exposures.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Korea's Crypto Ownership Cap Plan Triggers Industry Backlash

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/02/2026

    Critics warn that the proposal to cap shareholder stakes in crypto exchanges will lead to forced divestments, stifled innovation, and a retreat from global standards.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong Budget Targets Digital Assets, Financial Hub Status

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/02/2026

    The city's latest budget includes a new tokenised bond platform and enhanced capital and enforcement rules for financial firms.

    Sanctions

    Binance Facing US Probe After Reports of Iran-Linked Transactions

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    Binance is fighting "defamatory" media reports while facing a new US Senate inquiry into its compliance and alleged ties to sanctioned entities.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Bank of Korea Pushes for Bank-Only Won Stablecoin Model

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    Citing recent exchange failures and systemic risk, BOK has urged lawmakers to limit initial stablecoin issuance to licensed banks.

    Market Infrastructure

    Stablecoin Growth Fuels FX Volatility in Emerging Markets: HKMA Study

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    New research paper finds a direct link between USD stablecoin flows and exchange rate volatility, prompting calls for stricter regulation.

    Fintech / Regtech

    FATF Sounds Alarm on 'Widespread and Damaging' Cyber-Enabled Fraud

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

    New report highlights the escalating money laundering risks from digital fraud, citing a surge in cases in jurisdictions like Singapore.

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