Digital Assets

Cryptocurrency

Korea: Naver-Dunamu Merger Delayed by Antitrust Review, Crypto Legislation

By Manesh Samtani | 03/04/2026

The deal is now slated for September, facing scrutiny from the FTC and uncertainty over a proposed Digital Asset Basic Act that could cap shareholder stakes.

Market Abuse

US Charges Ten in Crypto 'Wash Trading' Scheme After Singapore Extraditions

By Manesh Samtani | 03/04/2026

Indictments follow an FBI undercover sting where agents created crypto tokens to expose market manipulation; two CEOs were among those extradited from Singapore.

Market Abuse

Bithumb Facing Scrutiny for Manipulation Incident Involve Two Crypto Tokens

By Editors | 02/04/2026

A "caged pumping" incident involving two virtual assets occurred just weeks after the FSS announced a zero-tolerance policy on market manipulation.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong Misses March Deadline for Stablecoin Licences

By Editors | 02/04/2026

Senior Hong Kong officials have been saying the first stablecoin licences would be issued within March.

Anti-Money Laundering

Australia Launches Public VASP Register Under Expanded AML/CTF Laws

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2026

New reforms introduce greater oversight of the virtual asset sector, aligning Australia’s AML/CTF framework with global standards and increasing transparency.

Custody & Infrastructure

Australia Passes Law to Bring Crypto Under AFSL Regime

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2026

New legislation designed to improve consumer protection and market integrity will require crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain an AFS licence.

Cryptocurrency

Korea Proposes Rule Amendments to Strengthen VASP Governance

By Mark Johnston | 02/04/2026

Proposed amendments will tighten entry requirements for virtual asset firms and expand the scope of the AML obligations.

Payments & Settlements

EU Payments Strategy Targets Cross-Border Links with Asia

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

The strategy details plans for a digital euro and new rules for tokenised assets, with a significant focus on strategic autonomy.

Cryptocurrency

India Shelves Plan to Issue Crypto Policy Paper, Cites RBI Resistance

By Editors | 01/04/2026

India has indefinitely delayed a planned policy paper on cryptocurrency, citing persistent opposition from the central bank.