Crypto / Digital Assets

Enforcement

US Charges Ten in Crypto 'Wash Trading' Scheme After Singapore Extraditions

By Manesh Samtani | 03/04/2026

Indictments follow an FBI undercover sting where agents created crypto tokens to expose market manipulation; two CEOs were among those extradited from Singapore.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Bithumb Facing Scrutiny for Manipulation Incident Involve Two Crypto Tokens

By Editors | 02/04/2026

A "caged pumping" incident involving two virtual assets occurred just weeks after the FSS announced a zero-tolerance policy on market manipulation.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong Misses March Deadline for Stablecoin Licences

By Editors | 02/04/2026

Senior Hong Kong officials have been saying the first stablecoin licences would be issued within March.

AML / KYC

Australia Launches Public VASP Register Under Expanded AML/CTF Laws

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2026

New reforms introduce greater oversight of the virtual asset sector, aligning Australia’s AML/CTF framework with global standards and increasing transparency.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Australia Passes Landmark Digital Asset Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2026

New legislation brings crypto exchanges and custody providers under Australia's financial services regime, requiring them to obtain an AFSL to improve consumer protection and market integrity.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea Proposes Rule Amendments to Strengthen VASP Governance

By Mark Johnston | 02/04/2026

Proposed amendments will tighten entry requirements for virtual asset firms and expand the scope of the AML obligations.

Market Infrastructure

EU Payments Strategy Targets Cross-Border Links with Asia

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

The strategy details plans for a digital euro and new rules for tokenised assets, with a significant focus on strategic autonomy.

Fintech / Regtech

India Shelves Plan to Issue Crypto Policy Paper, Cites RBI Resistance

By Editors | 01/04/2026

India has indefinitely delayed a planned policy paper on cryptocurrency, citing persistent opposition from the central bank.

Securities / Derivatives

Vietnam Finalises Crypto Tax Rules, Proposes Levy on Unlisted Shares

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

Vietnam will apply a 0.1 percent personal income tax on the value of each digital asset transaction, and 20 percent on profits from the transfer of shares in unlisted companies.