Digital Assets

Anti-Money Laundering

Korea to Bolster Crypto AML Rules, Introduce Account Freezing System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

KoFIU will strengthen cross-border rules and introduce a system to suspend suspicious accounts amid a crackdown on transnational crime.

Anti-Money Laundering

Basel AML Index Offers New Guidance on Risk and Crypto as Global Progress Stalls

By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

The annual index reveals a global drift to the middle on money laundering risk, with new guidance for firms on proportionate controls and virtual assets.

Anti-Money Laundering

Thailand Cracks Down on Chinese Bitcoin Mining Tied to THB 5bn Flows

By Mark Johnston | 09/12/2025

Thailand's “Operation Copperhead” has exposed a transnational Bitcoin mining ring, triggering focus on money laundering and digital asset crime.

Stablecoins

Sony-Backed Blockchain Firm Launches US Dollar Stablecoin

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

The USD-pegged token aims to power payments and rewards on the Ethereum L2 network, targeting global markets.

Tokenisation

China Declares RWA Tokenisation 'Illegal Financial Activity'

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

A joint warning from seven industry bodies clarifies the legal status of RWA and extends liability to domestic staff of overseas firms.

Payments & Settlements

Cambodia Central Bank Announces Full Liquidation of Huione Pay

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

The National Bank of Cambodia has announced the complete liquidation of payment firm Huione Pay following its licence revocation in September 2024.

Anti-Money Laundering

Thai Regulators Unite to Combat Illicit Funds, Tighten Gold and Crypto Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 08/12/2025

A coordinated crackdown will impose new reporting on gold traders, stricter KYC/CDD, and amend FX rules to curb illicit financial flows.

Sustainable Finance

Australia, New Zealand to Align on Financial Regulation, Insurance Access

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/12/2025

Australian and New Zealand ministers have agreed to coordinate on payment systems and digital assets, and will establish a working group on insurance accessibility.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Malaysia Cracks Down on Power Theft by Illegal Bitcoin Miners

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

Authorities have launched a nationwide sweep on rogue crypto-mining sites after illegal operators siphoned over USD 1 billion in electricity.