Crypto / Digital Assets

Fintech / Regtech

Japan FSA Approves Sony Bank PoC to Test DeFi Services Model

By Thisanka Siripala | 12/06/2025

The project will explore whether automated market makers on public blockchains can comply with Japanese KYC and AML rules.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Tightens Crypto Rules to Safeguard Investor Assets

By Thisanka Siripala | 12/06/2025

Japan’s revised Payment Services Act empowers authorities to issue a “domestic custody order” to failing foreign crypto exchanges.

Crypto / Digital Assets

First PHP Stablecoin Advances Past Regulatory Sandbox Pilot

By Editors | 11/06/2025

Philippine fintech Coins.ph said PHPC is exiting the regulatory sandbox and is now positioned for broader adoption across multiple use cases.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea Pushes Forward Work on Digital Asset Basic Act

By Manesh Samtani | 11/06/2025

The Act will introduce business conduct and internal control standards for crypto firms as well as licensing and capital requirements for stablecoins.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong’s New Stablecoin Law to Commence Operation on 1 August

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/06/2025

The stablecoin ordinance passed in May will take effect on 1 August, subject to negative vetting of the legislative notice.

AML / KYC

Beijing Issues Framework for Liquidating Seized Crypto via Hong Kong

By Manesh Samtani | 09/06/2025

Under the framework, third-party agencies will be appointed to sell seized crypto assets through licensed platforms in Hong Kong.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SEC Philippines Finalises Regulatory Framework for Crypto Industry

By Mark Johnston | 09/06/2025

SEC mandates registration and licensing for crypto asset service providers (CASPs) to enhance consumer protection and combat fraud.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Thailand SEC Waives Fees on ESG Bond and Digital Token Issuance

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/06/2025

The SEC has waived application and filing fees for three years to promote ESG finance and support the country’s creative sector.

Enforcement

Hong Kong ICAC Charges Former Bank RM Over Fake Credit Letters

By Editors | 09/06/2025

The former bank relationship manager allegedly accepted $470,000 worth of Tether as a bribe to authenticate fake standby L/Cs and collateral letters.