Custody & Infrastructure

Custody & Infrastructure

SFC Backs Industry Initiatives on Digital Asset Fund Compliance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/10/2025

The SFC has signalled its support for efforts to strengthen risk management and compliance standards for digital and tokenised investment funds.

Cryptocurrency

Japan Considers Allowing Banks to Hold and Trade Crypto

By Manesh Samtani | 21/10/2025

The FSA is reviewing rules to permit banks to hold digital assets, a move that could help to further integrate crypto into mainstream finance.

Stablecoins

Japan's Megabanks to Launch Joint Stablecoin for Corporate Payments

By Manesh Samtani | 20/10/2025

A consortium of Japan's three largest banks will issue a yen-pegged stablecoin, aiming to modernise corporate payments under new regulations.

Custody & Infrastructure

MAS Launches BLOOM Initiative to Advance Settlement Capabilities

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/10/2025

Building on Project Orchid, the platform creates a unified digital settlement framework for seamless multi-currency transfer and tokenised asset redemption.

Cryptocurrency

FSB, IOSCO Find ‘Uneven’ Global Implementation of Crypto Regulations

By Manesh Samtani | 16/10/2025

Reports from the FSB and IOSCO find inconsistent crypto rule implementation, creating arbitrage risks and complicating cross-border oversight of firms.

Cryptocurrency

Philippines Senator Refiles Bill on Digital Asset Regulatory Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/10/2025

The proposed law would designate the BSP and the SEC as lead agencies for e-money and virtual assets, respectively.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong Lawmakers Eye Stablecoins Pegged to Offshore Yuan

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/10/2025

A new LegCo special report has signalled intent by Hong Kong to seek Mainland China’s support for offshore CNY stablecoins.

Cryptocurrency

Korea FSS Urges Stronger User Protection, Risk Controls in Crypto Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/10/2025

The FSS chief cautioned crypto firms against aggressive promotions and risky products, urging them instead to focus on delivering stable, reliable services.

Payments & Settlements

Thailand Unveils Payments Roadmap Targeting DLT and Informal Economy

By Mark Johnston | 02/10/2025

The central bank has outlined a new multi-year strategy to upgrade existing payment systems and embrace emerging financial technologies.