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KB Asset Management Unveils Plans to Launch Crypto Funds

By Editors | 24/02/2022

KB Asset Management is working towards launching a crypto ETF, a crypto-themed equity fund, and potentially a hybrid fund that includes crypto exposure.

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Korean Think Tank Classifies Some NFTs as Virtual Assets

By Editors | 23/02/2022

NFTs used in games and for payments can satisfy the definition of virtual assets and may be subject to AML obligations, the Korea Institute of Finance said.

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GFMA Paper Outlines Benefits and Challenges of Wholesale CBDCs

By Editors | 23/02/2022

A wholesale CBDC must be crafted with public and private sector collaboration. Implementation timelines should be set cautiously.

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CBIRC Warns of Metaverse-related Investment Scams

By Darien Choong | 22/02/2022

The CBIRC warns of criminals luring the public to invest in high-tech projects related to the metaverse and profiting from “fake virtual currencies”.

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Taiwan to Complete Second Phase of CBDC Trials By September

By Editors | 21/02/2022

Under the current design, a two-tier system is being used that will allow users to exchange bank deposits with the TWD digital currency.

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BNM Allows Individuals to Complete eCCRIS Registration Digitally

By Editors | 21/02/2022

The enhancements make it more convenient and safer for individual users to register for eCCRIS and access their credit reports, for free, BNM says.

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HKMA, PBOC Invite Firms to Test Fintech Initiatives Across GBA

By Editors | 21/02/2022

The objective of the link is to provide a “one-stop platform” to allow FIs and technology firms to pilot test their cross-boundary fintech initiatives, concurrently in Hong Kong and GBA cities.

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Korea FSS Includes NFT, Metaverse Monitoring in Annual Work Plan

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/02/2022

The FSS said it will strengthen its supervision of “new trading assets such as NFTs” and “prepare countermeasures” if necessary to protect consumers against damage.

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US DOJ Appoints First Director of National Crypto Enforcement Team

By Editors | 20/02/2022

The FBI has meanwhile created a new “Virtual Asset Exploitation Unit”, which will provide analysis, support, training and new tools to stay ahead of future crypto-related threats.