Digital Assets

Anti-Money Laundering

China Jails Five in USD 29.4 Million Crypto-Linked Forex Scheme

By Mark Johnston | 03/07/2026

A Shanghai court has imposed prison sentences for an illegal currency exchange operation that used cryptocurrency to bypass the nation’s strict capital controls.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Hong Kong's Treasury Hub Ambitions Face Tech and Data Hurdles

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/07/2026

New report urges investment in technology, talent and regulatory frameworks to overcome legacy system challenges and solidify the city's regional treasury leadership.

Structural Regulation

ASIC Urges Coordinated Action to Bolster Australian Market Competitiveness

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/07/2026

A new report commissioned by ASIC finds Australia risks being left behind as global peers rapidly adopt financial market innovations.

Tokenisation

Hong Kong to Review Laws to Boost Tokenised Bond Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/07/2026

Authorities have clarified rules on DLT-based record-keeping for debentures and will now review legislation to further facilitate the issuance of tokenised bonds.

Stablecoins

Tether Premium in India Surges Amid Crackdown on Crypto Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/07/2026

A government crackdown on crypto payment firms has choked supply, causing the dollar-pegged stablecoin's local price to spike significantly.

Cryptocurrency

Taiwan Enacts Landmark Virtual Asset Service Act

By Editors | 01/07/2026

The new law introduces a full licensing regime for VASPs, strict rules for stablecoin issuers including a ban on yields, and heavy penalties for market manipulation.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China Opens Proposed Foundational Financial Law for Public Consultation

By Mark Johnston | 01/07/2026

A new draft law aims to bring all financial activities under supervision, strengthen Party leadership, and establish a 'bottom-line' mechanism to prevent systemic risk.

Credit Risk

FSC Korea Tightens New Start Fund with Crypto, Unlisted Stock Checks

By Editors | 01/07/2026

Rules for the state-run debt restructuring fund will be enhanced to prevent moral hazard and better target support for small businesses and the self-employed.

Anti-Money Laundering

Thai SEC Proposes Risk Management Rules for Digital Asset Transfers

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/07/2026

The securities regulator has launched a consultation on draft ‘Travel Rule’ requirements for digital asset firms to manage money laundering and cybercrime risks.