Digital Assets

    Anti-Money Laundering

    North Korean Operative Laundered Stolen Crypto via Global Banks, US Alleges

    By Editors | 28/12/2025

    Indictments claim Sim Hyon-sop used a complex network involving brokers and shell companies to evade sanctions and process funds.

    Payments & Settlements

    China Issues New Rules for Banks to Fund Key Western Trade Corridor

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    The guidelines direct financial institutions to streamline credit, expand cross-border services, and pilot digital currencies to support the strategic trade route.

    Cryptocurrency

    Philippines Blocks Coinbase, Gemini in Crackdown on Unlicensed Platforms

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    Regulators ordered ISPs to block 50 virtual asset providers, while investors reported access issues to brokerage Interactive Brokers.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    Hong Kong Finalises Legislative Proposals for Crypto Dealers, Custodians

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    Regulators also launched a new consultation on establishing separate licensing regimes for virtual asset advisory and management services.

    Stablecoins

    Chinese Academics Propose Stablecoin Pilots in Free Trade Zones

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    A policy proposal suggests using ring-fenced sandboxes in Qianhai and Hainan to test stablecoins for cross-border trade settlement.

    Cryptocurrency

    Bybit to Cease Japan Crypto Services, Citing Regulatory Pressure

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    Bybit will phase out services for Japanese residents to comply with the FSA's strict registration requirements.

    Cryptocurrency

    HK Regulator Proposes to Permit Crypto Investments by Insurers

    By Editors | 24/12/2025

    The Insurance Authority plans a 100% risk charge for investments in crypto assets and incentives for infrastructure investments.

    CBDCs

    BOK Resumes CBDC Pilot to Test Distribution of Government Subsidies

    By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

    Bank of Korea is accelerating its digital currency pilot amid a stalled legislative progress on won-denominated stablecoins.

    Tokenisation

    Sri Lanka SEC Developing Regulatory Framework for Digital Assets

    By Editors | 23/12/2025

    The securities regulator aims to provide a regulated alternative for tech-savvy youth, focusing on investment tokens rather than cryptocurrencies.

    Capital Adequacy

    HKMA Finalises Prudential Rules for Banks' Crypto Exposures

    By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

    The new framework, effective from January 2026, implements Basel standards and sets out detailed capital, liquidity and risk management requirements.

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