Cryptocurrency

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

    Cryptocurrency

    CFTC Clarifies Rules to Woo Crypto Firms Back Onshore

    By Manesh Samtani | 29/08/2025

    The advisory reaffirms a long-standing framework for foreign boards of trade (FBOTs), a move the CFTC says creates a path back to the US for offshore crypto platforms.

    Cryptocurrency

    Vietnam Approves First Crypto Sandbox Pilot Participant

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/08/2025

    Basal Pay, a blockchain-based crypto-to-fiat platform, is the first regulated digital asset payment programme for foreign visitors in Vietnam.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    FinCEN Issues Advisory Warning of Chinese Money Laundering Networks

    By Manesh Samtani | 29/08/2025

    FinCEN issues an alert for US banks detailing red flags and typologies used by Chinese money laundering networks to move illicit funds for drug cartels.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Help Combat Foreign Scam Farms

    By Manesh Samtani | 29/08/2025

    New bill seeks to authorise private actors to target foreign cybercriminals, raising implications for global financial regulation and enforcement.

    Cryptocurrency

    India’s CBDT Reportedly Engaging Industry on Crypto Tax Reform

    By Editors | 29/08/2025

    India’s tax authority is consulting with crypto firms on easing punitive rules amid offshore migration and declining market liquidity.

    Trading & Investment

    FSA Japan Proposes Expanding NISA to Minors

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/08/2025

    Japan’s financial regulator plans to lower the age threshold for tax-free stock investment accounts and broaden eligible products.

    PEPs & Sanctions

    US Sanctions DPRK-Linked IT Worker Network Over Weapons Funding

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/08/2025

    OFAC announced sanctions targeting a North Korean IT worker network and associated entities for financing illicit arms development via crypto transactions.

    Stablecoins

    Draft Virtual Asset Law Awaiting Review in Taiwan Legislative Body

    By Editors | 28/08/2025

    The draft law will establish binding requirements for digital-asset operators and stablecoin issuers. One bank is exploring TWD stablecoin issuance.

    Cryptocurrency

    Vietnam to Formalise Capital and Transparency Rules for Crypto Firms

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/08/2025

    The Law on Digital Technology Industry and a draft finance ministry resolution set out requirements that take effect from early 2026.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    FATF Flags Rising Terror Finance Risks via Crypto, Social Media

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/08/2025

    FATF president flags growing use of virtual assets and social media for terror financing, calls for stronger global implementation of CFT rules.

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