Cryptocurrency

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

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Japan, UK Seek Alignment on ISSB, Basel III and Crypto Regulation

    By Manesh Samtani | 20/03/2026

    Regulators discussed sustainability reporting, digital assets, and reaffirmed their commitment to the full, timely, and consistent implementation of Basel III.

    Market Abuse

    FSC Korea Refers 'Horse Racing' Crypto Manipulator for Prosecution

    By Mark Johnston | 19/03/2026

    Regulators have referred a market manipulator for prosecution and mandated new exchange duties to combat unfair trading practices.

    Cryptocurrency

    Vietnam to Ban Offshore Crypto Trading Under New Licensing Regime

    By Nithya Subramanian | 19/03/2026

    Five entities have passed an initial licence qualification stage. A limited number of exchanges will be allowed to operate during the trial period.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Thailand Consults on 'Travel Rule' Implementation for Digital Assets

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/03/2026

    Digital asset business operators would have to collect, verify, and transmit information for all digital asset transfers; additional information for transactions valued at THB 30,000 or more.

    Cryptocurrency

    Japan to Raise Max Jail Penalty for Unlicensed Crypto Sales - Report

    By Editors | 17/03/2026

    Regulator plans to move crypto oversight to the securities law framework and significantly increase fines and prison sentences.

    Cryptocurrency

    ASIC Warns on Gen Z Against Taking Crypto Advice from Social Media, AI

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/03/2026

    ASIC highlights risks from unregulated digital sources as new report shows surge in youth crypto ownership and speculative trading.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    Australia Senate Panel Endorses Bill on Digital Assets Regulation

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/03/2026

    A parliamentary committee has recommended passing a landmark crypto bill, but the opposition wants a two-year review and action on 'debanking'.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Sri Lanka Court Orders Central Bank to Stop Crypto Outflows

    By Editors | 16/03/2026

    Colombo court directs CBSL to prevent illicit capital outflows, pointing to regulatory gaps in the Foreign Exchange Act.

    Cryptocurrency

    India Tax Authorities Probe Crypto Payments to Moonlighting Professionals

    By Nithya Subramanian | 16/03/2026

    The investigation focuses on undeclared overseas crypto income as India expands reporting rules for digital assets and cross-border tax compliance.

    Cryptocurrency

    Bursa Malaysia Proposes Rule Amendments for Digital Currency ETFs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 16/03/2026

    The proposed amendments aim to enable listing of digital currency ETFs with enhanced disclosures, risk warnings and investor safeguards.

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