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.

    Cryptocurrency

    Huobi Seeks to Launch Retail Crypto ETF in HK

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2022

    Huobi Tech has structured the ETF so that it won’t be restricted to just professional investors, possibly through the use of crypto futures listed on overseas exchanges.

    Cryptocurrency

    BOT to Cap Bank Investment in Digital Asset Businesses

    By Editors | 27/03/2022

    Thai banks will be allowed to invest up to 3 percent of capital in digital asset businesses. Such investment must also be ring-fenced from core banking operations.

    Stablecoins

    ANZ Launches First Bank-issued AUD Stablecoin

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/03/2022

    The stablecoin is expected to help investors avoid the costs and exchange rate risk associated with converting AUD into USD to trade in crypto markets.

    Cryptocurrency

    Australia Opens Consultation on Regulatory Regime for Crypto

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/03/2022

    The consultation proposes minimum standards of conduct, AML compliance obligations, and fit and proper requirements for directors and key persons.

    Cryptocurrency

    DTC, Hodlnaut Get In-Principle Approval for DPT Services in SG

    By Editors | 17/03/2022

    Digital Treasures Center enables merchants to accept crypto in payments. Hodlnaut offers cryptocurrency borrowing and lending services.

    Cryptocurrency

    US Treasury Forms Educational Subgroup on Digital Assets

    By Editors | 16/03/2022

    The new subgroup will develop educational materials to help consumers make informed decisions about digital assets.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    Paxos, Sygnum to Offer Digital Asset Services in Singapore

    By Editors | 11/03/2022

    Paxos will gain a DPT licence under the Payment Services Act. Sygnum will provide fund unit tokenisation and securitise NFTs and metaverse assets.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    Thailand SEC Tightens Custody Rules for Digital Assets

    By Mark Johnston | 05/03/2022

    The SEC is also proposing requirements for digital asset businesses to disclose service quality information on their websites.

    Tokenisation

    SET to Launch Digital Asset Exchange ‘Very Soon’

    By Editors | 03/03/2022

    The new digital asset exchange will not offer cryptocurrency trading, but instead focus on investment tokens and utility tokens.

    Cryptocurrency

    The SFC Approach to Virtual Assets Prioritises Investor Protection

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/02/2022

    Since 2018, the steps taken by the SFC to regulate the virtual asset space have prioritised investor protection, first and foremost.

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