Digital Assets

Capital Adequacy

Hong Kong Proposes Capital Rule Overhaul for Insurers, Targeting Infrastructure and Crypto

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

The IA is consulting on changes to its risk-based capital regime, including preferential treatment for infrastructure and new charges for crypto-assets.

Stablecoins

BNM Onboards Three Digital Asset Initiatives Under Innovation Hub

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/02/2026

The three initiatives will test ringgit stablecoins and tokenised deposits, aiming to explore digital asset payments, settlement, and Shariah-compliant use cases in a controlled environment.

Cryptocurrency

Thailand Approves Digital Asset and Carbon Credit Derivatives

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

Thailand greenlights derivatives for digital assets and carbon credits, aiming to modernise markets, boost risk management, and support climate goals.

Cryptocurrency

UK FCA Files Lawsuit Against Asia-Linked Crypto Major HTX

By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

HTX, formerly known as Huobi, which has deep roots in Asia, is accused of breaching financial promotion rules that came into effect in October 2023.

Cryptocurrency

SFC Unveils Rules for Crypto Margin Trading, Perps, and Market Making

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

The new measures, part of the ASPIRe roadmap, were announced at the Consensus 2026 conference and aim to boost liquidity for licensed crypto firms.

Cybersecurity

Japan Proposes Major Cybersecurity Overhaul for Crypto Exchanges

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

FSA outlines a three-pronged plan of firm-level duties, industry collaboration, and public support to combat sophisticated cyber threats.

Trading & Investment

HK Family Office Count Surpasses 3,380 Amid New Tax Break Plans

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

A new study shows significant growth as officials plan to expand tax incentives to cover digital assets and private credit, bolstering the city's wealth hub status.

Cryptocurrency

Vietnam Proposes to Impose 0.1% Tax on Crypto Transactions

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/02/2026

Vietnam’s MOF has drafted rules that outline stricter licensing requirements for exchanges as the country moves to formalise and regulate its crypto market.

Credit Risk

Korea FSS to Targets Consumer Protection, Virtual Assets in 2026 Work Plan

By Editors | 10/02/2026

The regulator will shift to pre-emptive supervision of financial product design, manage real estate risks, and establish new frameworks for virtual assets and AI.