Crypto / Digital Assets

Crypto / Digital Assets

China Extends Crypto Ban to RWA Tokenisation, Warning of Cross-Border Risks

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

Seven associations prohibit members from handling virtual currencies and tokenised assets, signalling a stricter regulatory stance with liability implications for overseas providers.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Cambodia Central Bank Announces Full Liquidation of Huione Pay

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

The National Bank of Cambodia has announced the complete liquidation of payment firm Huione Pay following its licence revocation in September 2024.

Securities / Derivatives

Thai Regulators Unite to Combat Illicit Funds, Tighten Gold and Crypto Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 08/12/2025

A coordinated crackdown will impose new reporting on gold traders, stricter KYC/CDD, and amend FX rules to curb illicit financial flows.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Australia, New Zealand to Align on Financial Regulation, Insurance Access

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/12/2025

Australian and New Zealand ministers have agreed to coordinate on payment systems and digital assets, and will establish a working group on insurance accessibility.

Enforcement

Malaysia Cracks Down on Power Theft by Illegal Bitcoin Miners

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

Authorities have launched a nationwide sweep on rogue crypto-mining sites after illegal operators siphoned over USD 1 billion in electricity.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Chinese Bank Issues First Blockchain Bond Using e-CNY for Settlement

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

Hua Xia Bank subsidiary completes issuance exclusively using CBDC, aiming to streamline settlement and reduce intermediaries.

Enforcement

US Authorities Seize Domain Tied to Myanmar Scam Compound

By Mark Johnston | 07/12/2025

The action targets the Tai Chang operation and follows recent sanctions against groups linked to Chinese organised crime and crypto fraud.

Fintech / Regtech

Taiwan Central Bank Offers Update on CBDC, Stablecoin Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 05/12/2025

Central bank governor outlines plans for a new virtual asset law and details progress on a wholesale CBDC for settling tokenised assets.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Taiwan Outlines Stablecoin Rules for 2026 Launch

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

Taiwan’s proposed framework, modelled on the EU's MiCA, will require full reserve backing and initially permit only banks to issue.