Cryptocurrency

PEPs & Sanctions

US Sanctions Chinese Refiner, Targets Iran’s Crypto Reserves

By Manesh Samtani | 27/04/2026

OFAC designated a major Chinese refinery and dozens of shipping firms for facilitating Iranian oil sales, while also freezing USD 344 million in crypto assets.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Singapore Police, Crypto Exchanges Prevent S$2.86m in Scam Losses

By Editors | 27/04/2026

A joint operation using advanced blockchain analysis has been hailed as a significant advancement in Singapore’s fight against financial crime involving digital assets.

Cryptocurrency

China Targets 'Finfluencers' and AI in Online Ad Crackdown

By Mark Johnston | 27/04/2026

New rules for financial product marketing are part of a broader push by regulators to govern the entire internet advertising ecosystem, from AI to livestreaming.

Cryptocurrency

Thailand SEC to Ease Licensing Rules for Crypto Derivatives

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/04/2026

The SEC is consulting on rules allowing digital asset firms to offer derivatives without creating new legal entities, while strengthening oversight and conflict-of-interest controls.

Emerging Prudential Risks

BIS Paper Calls for Bank-Like Prudential Rules for Crypto Intermediaries

By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

New paper highlights systemic risks from crypto firms acting as financial intermediaries and recommends comprehensive prudential oversight and cross-border cooperation.

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Philippines SEC Flags Seven Unlicensed Crypto Platforms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

The SEC has warned the public against seven unlicensed online trading platforms, threatening promoters with fines and lengthy prison sentences.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

US Sanctions Cambodian Banks in Crackdown on Scam Networks

By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

A Cambodian senator, two banks, and dozens of associated entities have been sanctioned for links to cyber-fraud and human trafficking operations.

Supervision & Enforcement

Singapore Authorities Warn on Unlicensed Prediction Markets

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

The warning comes as crypto-based platforms, blocked since 2024, see a surge in wagers on Singapore-related events, posing enforcement challenges.

Cryptocurrency

Pakistan Reverses Crypto Ban, Sets New Rules for Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

The SBP has permitted banks to service licensed crypto firms under a strict new framework for AML and operational risk.