Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency

Regulatory Harmony Needed to Fully Unlock Digital Assets

By Manesh Samtani | 10/04/2026

Fragmented rules create operational hurdles and risks, even as institutional and private wealth demand in Asia accelerates, says Sygnum’s APAC CEO, Gerald Goh.

Cryptocurrency

Think Tank Urges Taiwan to Adopt Bitcoin as Strategic Reserve

By Mark Johnston | 09/04/2026

A new report argues Bitcoin could provide financial resilience against a potential China conflict, despite the central bank's previous rejection.

Cybersecurity

Japan's FSA Publishes New Cybersecurity Framework for Crypto Exchanges

By Mark Johnston | 09/04/2026

The policy introduces a three-tiered approach of self-help, mutual assistance, and public support to counter increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

FBI Report Highlights SEA's Role in Causing Record Cybercrime Losses

By Manesh Samtani | 08/04/2026

Report reveals record cybercrime losses in 2025, with organised crime groups in Southeast Asia and India-based call centres identified as key threats.

Structural Regulation

JPX Consults on Index Rules for Special Alert Securities and Crypto Assets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/04/2026

The proposed revisions would alter the timing of index removal for troubled stocks and temporarily halt the inclusion of new crypto-related issues into its indices.

Cryptocurrency

Taiwan Cabinet Approves Draft Virtual Asset Management Act

By Mark Johnston | 06/04/2026

The proposed legislation introduces a comprehensive licensing regime, stringent fraud penalties, and specific rules for stablecoin reserves and issuance.

Custody & Infrastructure

Korea's Upbit to Provide Technology to Indonesia Crypto Bourse

By Editors | 06/04/2026

Under a new strategic partnership, Upbit will provide core platform technology and operational expertise to ICEx, a licensed exchange in Indonesia.

Cryptocurrency

ASIC Bans Crypto Fund Director for Maximum Five-Year Period

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/04/2026

ASIC has disqualified the director of three failed cryptocurrency firms for serious misconduct, including operating without a financial services licence.

Cryptocurrency

Korea: Naver-Dunamu Merger Delayed by Antitrust Review, Crypto Legislation

By Manesh Samtani | 03/04/2026

The deal is now slated for September, facing scrutiny from the FTC and uncertainty over a proposed Digital Asset Basic Act that could cap shareholder stakes.