Digital Assets

    CBDCs

    RBI Expands Digital Rupee Trials, Advances Cross-Border CBDC Links

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/06/2026

    The RBI’s annual report outlines progress on digital payments initiatives, while also offering an update on bank frauds and efforts to enhance cyber resilience.

    Cryptocurrency

    Hong Kong Regulators Outline Progress on Digital Assets Initiatives

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/06/2026

    Regulators have detailed plans for a new virtual asset bill, a live stablecoin regime, and a next-generation digital asset platform.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Singapore to Launch Cyber Command to Combat Financial Scams

    By Nithya Subramanian | 01/06/2026

    A new dedicated police unit will consolidate anti-scam and cybercrime capabilities to tackle rising online threats and protect financial assets.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Taiwan Proposes New Rules to Strengthen Anti-Fraud Defences

    By Nithya Subramanian | 31/05/2026

    The amendments aim to formalise data sharing between banks and VASPs, expand red flags, and streamline the return of victim assets.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    Standard Chartered Solidifies Digital Asset Custody Push in Hong Kong

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/05/2026

    The bank has launched a service with SOLOWIN, is acquiring Zodia's custody arm, and has won a mandate from TP ICAP.

    DeFi & Web3

    Korea Prosecutes First DEX ‘Rug Pull’ in Landmark Case

    By Mark Johnston | 29/05/2026

    Prosecutors have applied the new Virtual Asset User Protection Act for the first time to a decentralised exchange, charging five in a memecoin scheme.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Korean Police Forms Task Force to Target ‘Tether Laundromat’ Schemes

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/05/2026

    A new multi-agency police unit will target unregistered crypto exchanges used to launder criminal proceeds, with a specific focus on the stablecoin Tether.

    Stablecoins

    South Korea to Fast-Track Digital Asset Act in H2 2026

    By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2026

    Lawmakers are set to accelerate the second phase of the Digital Asset Basic Act, focusing on rules for stablecoin issuance and circulation.

    Stablecoins

    New Zealand FMA to Create ‘On-Ramp’ Licence After Sandbox Review

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/05/2026

    The FMA has published findings from its fintech sandbox, acknowledging industry frustrations and outlining a new strategy that includes a proportionate licensing pathway.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    HKMA Sets New Rules for Virtual Asset Financing and Custody

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/05/2026

    The regulator has issued new guidance permitting virtual asset financing and updating custody standards for banks and institutions.

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