Custody & Infrastructure

    Coverage of regulatory requirements, technological advancements, and market trends in the secure storage and management of digital assets for institutions and retail investors.

    DeFi & Web3

    Hong Kong as a Legal Centre of Excellence for Digital Finance

    By Troy Song | 25/07/2022

    Many crypto exchanges and institutions already choose Hong Kong as the place to resolve their disputes, but more need to be done, says Troy Song.

    Data Privacy

    PDPC Issues Data Protection Guidance for Blockchain Apps

    By Editors | 22/07/2022

    The guidance provides data protection recommendations for firms developing and deploying blockchain apps that process personal data.

    Cryptocurrency

    Korean Banks Seek Regulatory Easing to Enter Crypto Market

    By Editors | 21/07/2022

    Korean banks have reportedly asked the FSC to ease regulations and issue licenses allowing them to operate digital asset businesses.

    Cryptocurrency

    Thailand Refines Rules for Crypto Firms, Issues Draft Rules for Banks

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/07/2022

    The SEC amended capital requirements and other rules for crypto firms. The BOT issued draft rules for banks dealing in crypto. Two crypto exchanges were penalised.

    Cryptocurrency

    South Korea Launches First Crypto Bank Service

    By Editors | 07/07/2022

    The “crypto bank” offers multiple financial services for crypto assets including deposits, loans, asset transactions, and withdrawals.

    Cryptocurrency

    MAS Mulls New Restrictions on Retail Investment in Crypto

    By Editors | 05/07/2022

    New measures may include placing limits on retail participation, and introducing new rules on the use of leverage in crypto transactions.

    Cryptocurrency

    Binance to Help Cambodia Develop Crypto Regulatory Framework

    By Editors | 04/07/2022

    Binance signed an MoU with Cambodia’s securities regulator to support the development of a legal framework for regulating digital asset businesses.

    Data Privacy

    Thai SEC Launches Open Data Portal to Enhance Transparency

    By Editors | 30/06/2022

    The data centre provides information on business operators, licensed individuals, and the products available – including digital assets.

    Cryptocurrency

    Chinese Courts Rule Sales Agreement Involving Crypto as Invalid

    By Editors | 26/06/2022

    The court said virtual currencies are not legal tender, referencing the 2017 declaration from the PBOC. A higher court upheld the ruling.

    Cryptocurrency

    Thai SEC Directs Listcos to Exercise Prudence in Crypto Business

    By Editors | 20/06/2022

    Circulars were sent to listed companies regarding digital assets. The SEC’s final advertising rules will take effect on 16 July. Huobi has exited the Thai market.

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