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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.
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.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Taiwan Crypto Exchange BitoPro Suffers $11.5m Hack
By Editors | 08/06/2025
The FSC’s Securities and Futures Bureau said Bito Group, the operator of BitoPro, must absorb the financial loss and cannot pass it on to users.
Crypto / Digital Assets
MAS Issues Clarification on DTSP Regulatory Regime
By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025
Existing licensed firms are not impacted by the new rules, which target firms that exclusively serve overseas clients from Singapore.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Hong Kong Official Outlines Vision for Virtual Asset Development
By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025
Christopher Hui outlines Hong Kong’s vision for virtual asset development, emphasising security, innovation, and a multi-pronged strategy for growth.
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