Cryptocurrency

Market Abuse

Bithumb Facing Scrutiny for Manipulation Incident Involve Two Crypto Tokens

By Editors | 02/04/2026

A "caged pumping" incident involving two virtual assets occurred just weeks after the FSS announced a zero-tolerance policy on market manipulation.

Anti-Money Laundering

Australia Launches Public VASP Register Under Expanded AML/CTF Laws

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2026

New reforms introduce greater oversight of the virtual asset sector, aligning Australia’s AML/CTF framework with global standards and increasing transparency.

Custody & Infrastructure

Australia Passes Law to Bring Crypto Under AFSL Regime

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2026

New legislation designed to improve consumer protection and market integrity will require crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain an AFS licence.

Cryptocurrency

Korea Proposes Rule Amendments to Strengthen VASP Governance

By Mark Johnston | 02/04/2026

Proposed amendments will tighten entry requirements for virtual asset firms and expand the scope of the AML obligations.

Cryptocurrency

India Shelves Plan to Issue Crypto Policy Paper, Cites RBI Resistance

By Editors | 01/04/2026

India has indefinitely delayed a planned policy paper on cryptocurrency, citing persistent opposition from the central bank.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Australia's 2025 Scam Losses Rose 7.8pc YoY: NASC Report

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2026

Report reveals latest scam loss statistics and highlights a shift by the Australian government towards a prevention-first regulatory model.

Cryptocurrency

Vietnam Finalises Crypto Tax Rules, Proposes Levy on Unlisted Shares

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

Vietnam will apply a 0.1 percent personal income tax on the value of each digital asset transaction, and 20 percent on profits from the transfer of shares in unlisted companies.

Cryptocurrency

Google Warns Quantum Threat to Crypto Is Closer Than Expected

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

New whitepaper details lower resource estimates for breaking cryptography and urges immediate migration to PQC standards for all vulnerable blockchains.

Supervision & Enforcement

Korea FSS Set to Launch Investigations Unit, Sanction Crypto Firms

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

FSS Governor also warned of mis-selling risks in overseas private debt and confirms internal control flaws at Bithumb crypto exchange.