Digital Assets

Tokenisation

Vietnam's Crypto Hub Ambition Faces Slow Start Amid Strict Rules

By Mark Johnston | 07/10/2025

Hanoi aims to tap a USD 19 trillion global market for tokenised assets, but strict capital requirements for its new pilot framework have so far deterred any formal applications.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Sets New Family Office Target, Confirms Timeline for Tax Bill

By Manesh Samtani | 06/10/2025

Christopher Hui confirmed that new legislation will be introduced in 2026 to expand tax concessions for family offices to include digital assets and carbon credits.

CBDCs

Vietnam Taps State Telcos for CBDC Research Amid Broader Crypto Push

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/10/2025

The SBV has assigned Viettel and MobiFone to conduct foundational research on a CBDC, as the country simultaneously pilots new rules for tokenised assets.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

SBI Crypto Mining Pool Reportedly Hacked, DPRK Link Suspected

By Editors | 06/10/2025

On-chain investigators report a USD 21 million theft from the Japanese financial giant's mining pool, noting similarities to previous North Korean attacks.

Reporting & Disclosures

GBBC Proposes Framework for Digital Environmental Assets

By Manesh Samtani | 05/10/2025

The InterWork Alliance has released a draft framework to standardise the creation of digital assets like carbon credits, aiming to boost market integrity.

Cryptocurrency

Thailand to Expand Crypto ETF Rules, Seeks Stronger Oversight

By Mark Johnston | 03/10/2025

The Thai SEC is drafting rules for domestic funds to offer crypto basket ETFs from early next year while also pushing for a bill to expand its oversight of capital markets.

Stablecoins

Visa Pilots Stablecoins to Speed Up Business Payments

By Editors | 03/10/2025

The pilot allows businesses to use stablecoins for pre-funding, aiming to unlock liquidity and bypass slow, traditional banking rails.

Anti-Money Laundering

India to Block 25 Offshore Crypto Platforms for AML Non-compliance

By Mark Johnston | 03/10/2025

FIU-IND has ordered the blocking of platforms including CEX.IO, BitMex, and Poloniex for regulatory non-compliance.

Cryptocurrency

Korea FSS Urges Stronger User Protection, Risk Controls in Crypto Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/10/2025

The FSS chief cautioned crypto firms against aggressive promotions and risky products, urging them instead to focus on delivering stable, reliable services.