Tokenisation

    News on regulatory considerations, market adoption, technical infrastructure and use cases for tokenising traditional assets like real estate, securities, and commodities on blockchain platforms.

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    Tokenisation

    MAS Approves Launch of First Tokenised Fund for Retail Investors

    By Nithya Subramanian | 16/05/2025

    With a USD 20 minimum investment, the Franklin Templeton tokenised money market fund aims to broaden access to a traditionally institutional asset class.

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    Structural Regulation

    FSC Korea Outlines Plans for 2nd Phase of Capital Market Reforms

    By Nithya Subramanian | 16/05/2025

    H2 2025 reforms include the introduction of new products like tokenised securities and tighter oversight of corporate practices and trading activities.

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    Thailand to Issue Digital Investment Tokens in $150m Trial

    By Mark Johnston | 15/05/2025

    Thailand is launching its first digital investment tokens in a $150m trial aimed at modernising fundraising and expanding access to retail investors.

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    Tokenisation

    NY Fed, BIS Explore Tokenisation for Central Bank Operations

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/05/2025

    Project Pine shows central banks can use tokenisation, smart contracts for nimble monetary policy in a digital future.

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    Thai SEC Proposes to Allow Securities Firms to Offer Investment Tokens

    By Manesh Samtani | 13/05/2025

    The SEC is considering exempting securities firms from certain digital asset business license requirements to enable them to offer investment tokens.

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    Tokenisation

    Tokenisation Can Boost Adoption of Carbon Markets: GDF

    By Manesh Samtani | 08/05/2025

    New GDF report examines the role of tokenisation and blockchain technology in transforming voluntary carbon markets.

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    Thai SEC Consults on Allowing Tokenised Carbon Credit Trading

    By Nithya Subramanian | 08/05/2025

    The SEC is seeking feedback on eligible products and requirements around business conduct and ongoing compliance.

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    SC Malaysia Proposes Framework for Tokenised Capital Market Products

    By Nithya Subramanian | 06/05/2025

    The proposed framework will allow licensed persons and RMOs to offer or deal in tokenised products issued through approved primary market platforms.

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    Cryptocurrency

    South Korea Eases Crypto Restrictions, Tightens Listing Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/05/2025

    South Korea eases rules on virtual asset sales for NPOs and crypto exchanges while tightening listing rules to enhance market stability and investor protection.

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    Payments & Settlements

    HKMA Outlines Plans for Payments Infrastructure Connectivity

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/04/2025

    HKMA Deputy CEO Darryl Chan said Hong Kong’s instant payments link with Mainland China is on track for launch in the middle of this year.

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