CRYPTO / DIGITAL ASSETS

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    AML / KYC

    Crypto ATMs in the Crosshairs, as Australia Targets Laundering, Scams and Terrorism

    By Nathan Lynch | 04/06/2025

    Nathan Lynch explores how Australian authorities are responding to the criminal threats associated with crypto ATMs, which proliferated during the pandemic.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    AUSTRAC Cracks Down on Crypto ATM Operators

    By Thisanka Siripala | 04/06/2025

    AUSTRAC has imposed an A$5,000 transaction limit on cash deposits and withdrawals and other measures.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Pakistan to Regulate Crypto with New Regulatory Authority

    By Nithya Subramanian | 04/06/2025

    The government plans to launch a national Bitcoin wallet and has established a new body to regulate cryptocurrency.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    South Korea Election Result Signals Potential Shift in Policy Landscape

    By Manesh Samtani | 04/06/2025

    Lee Jae-myung’s election win sparks hopes for crypto-friendly policies. Broader financial reforms also loom.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Thai SEC Consults on Fine-tuning Norms for G-Tokens

    By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

    The SEC proposes to waive licence requirements for digital asset brokers, exchanges, dealers, and securities firms handling G-Tokens.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Thai Finance Minister Pledges to Ease Investment Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

    Thailand seeks to loosen investment restrictions imposed on insurers and funds, while also promoting a more facilitative environment for digital assets.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    MAS Tightens Grip on Crypto Firms Serving Overseas Clients

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2025

    MAS finalises rules imposing strict licensing and compliance standards on Singapore-based digital token service providers serving overseas investors.

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    AML / KYC

    AUSTRAC Chief Vows Tough Enforcement as AML/CTF Net Widens

    By Nathan Lynch | 02/06/2025

    As Australia expands its AML/CTF regime, Brendan Thomas warns of strict action against businesses that ignore obligations and enable financial crime.

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    Enforcement

    ASIC Sues Former Blockchain Global Director Over ACX Exchange Collapse

    By Editors | 01/06/2025

    ASIC sues ex-Blockchain Global director over alleged mismanagement leading to ACX Exchange collapse and A$20mn in customer losses.

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    Capital / Liquidity

    FSS Korea Urges Banks to Build Up Cushions Against Loan Losses

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/06/2025

    The FSS asked FIs to bolster their capital, better manage their NPLs, and ensure their infrastructure is prepared for AI […]

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