Cryptocurrency

    Reporting on regulatory frameworks, enforcement actions, adoption trends, and risks associated with decentralised digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    HK Wealth Industry Calls for Reforms to Boost Competitiveness

    By Manesh Samtani | 07/11/2025

    New report urges Hong Kong to reform complex product rules, virtual asset custody, and cross-border schemes to maintain its edge.

    Market Abuse

    FSC Korea Reports Suspects for Virtual Asset Price Manipulation

    By Mark Johnston | 07/11/2025

    Regulator details the alleged use of high-value trades and automated programmes to inflate virtual asset prices.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Hong Kong Charges 16 in HK$1.6b JPEX Crypto Fraud Case

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/11/2025

    Charges include conspiracy to defraud and the first use of a new law against the reckless inducement of virtual asset investments.

    Cryptocurrency

    BlackRock to Launch iShares Bitcoin ETF in Australia

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/11/2025

    The move expands BlackRock’s crypto offerings to the APAC region, providing regulated local access.

    Cryptocurrency

    Japan FSA Deems Derivatives on Overseas Crypto ETFs 'Undesirable'

    By Manesh Samtani | 06/11/2025

    The FSA cites investor protection concerns, clarifying that the products should not be offered even by registered firms.

    Cryptocurrency

    Korea Mulls 'Financial Conglomerate' Status for Crypto Firms Dunamu, Bithumb

    By Mark Johnston | 05/11/2025

    The Fair Trade Commission is researching the status of crypto firms, sparking debate over systemic risk and regulatory conflicts.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Korea NTS Probes Prince and Huione Groups Tax Evasion, Laundering Links

    By Mark Johnston | 05/11/2025

    Tax agency investigating domestic offices of Prince Group and a Huione-linked currency exchange over suspected phishing proceeds and tax fraud.

    Cryptocurrency

    SFC Opens Crypto Market to Global Liquidity, Expands Product Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/11/2025

    The SFC is permitting shared order books with overseas affiliates and easing token listing rules under new investor protection safeguards.

    Tokenisation

    Malaysia to Draft National Blockchain Policy for Post-2025 Roadmap

    By Nithya Subramanian | 04/11/2025

    The government is forming a National Blockchain Policy Task Force to chart the country’s post-2025 direction, boost transparency, and align with regulatory frameworks from SC and BNM.

    Liquidity Risk

    Korean Regulators to Scrutinise K-Bank’s Reliance on Upbit Ahead of IPO

    By Nithya Subramanian | 03/11/2025

    South Korea’s financial authorities will closely review K-Bank’s reliance on cryptocurrency exchange Upbit, focusing on potential liquidity risks and risk disclosures.

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