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Crypto / Digital Assets
SFC Proposes Measures to Prevent Use of Misleading Business Names
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/06/2025
SFC proposes to expand the list of restricted words and phrases that cannot be used by unlicensed firms in their business names.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Bitget and Bybit Consider Move Away from Singapore: Report
By Nithya Subramanian | 12/06/2025
Both firms, which operate in Singapore without a full licence, are considering reassigning staff to Dubai or Hong Kong.
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 vis 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 Bonds and Digital Tokens 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.
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