Custody & Infrastructure

Stablecoins

Hong Kong Regulatory Framework Enhances Crypto Market Legitimacy

By Nathan Lynch | 17/09/2025

Hong Kong is ramping up its regulatory support for digital assets, positioning itself as a hub for stablecoins, while also addressing financial crime concerns.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong to Phase In Stablecoin Audit Rules Over 1-3 Years

By Manesh Samtani | 16/09/2025

AFRC chief warns that rushing detailed standards for the nascent industry could "kill" it, signalling a cautious approach.

Cloud & Infrastructure

GLEIF Appoints Toppan Edge as Japan's First vLEI Issuer

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/09/2025

GLEIF says the appointment of Toppan Edge will enable the issuance of secure digital identities to Japanese firms for use in global trade and finance.

Tokenisation

UBS, Chainlink and DigiFT Pilot Tokenised Fund in Hong Kong

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/09/2025

The collaboration between UBS, Chainlink and DigiFT, aims to create an automated, institutional-grade infrastructure for real-world asset tokenisation under regulated conditions.

Payments & Settlements

India Links UPI with UPU to Promote Cross-Border Remittances

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/09/2025

The integration aims to cut the cost of sending money abroad, harnessing India’s digital payment infrastructure and the global reach of postal networks to benefit millions of families worldwide.

Cryptocurrency

Korea to Allow Crypto Firms to be Certified as Venture Businesses

By Editors | 10/09/2025

The change reverses a seven-year-old restriction, enabling virtual asset firms access to tax incentives, subsidies, and financial support.

Cryptocurrency

Korea Bans Leveraged Crypto Loans, Caps Rates in New Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 08/09/2025

Regulators have introduced guidelines for digital asset lending to curb risk, capping interest rates and banning borrowing that exceeds collateral value.

Cryptocurrency

India to Implement OECD Crypto Tax Reporting Framework by 2027

By Editors | 08/09/2025

The move will bring offshore crypto-asset holdings under the tax net, requiring exchanges to automatically share transaction data with global authorities.

Tokenisation

New Zealand FMA Seeks Feedback on Tokenisation Framework

By Manesh Samtani | 05/09/2025

The FMA has launched a consultation on whether New Zealand needs bespoke rules for tokenised financial products.