Crypto / Digital Assets

Crypto / Digital Assets

DBS, Franklin Templeton and Ripple Partner for Tokenised Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/09/2025

The partnership offers institutional investors tokenised trading and lending solutions, using sgBENJI tokens and Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin.

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Australia Eases Licensing Rules for Stablecoin Intermediaries

By Manesh Samtani | 19/09/2025

ASIC has exempted distributors of licensed stablecoins from holding separate financial services licences to support innovation pending broader reforms.

Fintech / Regtech

South Korea Launches First Won-Backed Stablecoin in Pilot Phase

By Editors | 19/09/2025

Digital asset custodian BDACS has launched KRW1 in a proof-of-concept phase, with full fiat collateral held at major lender Woori Bank.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Koscom Eyes Stablecoin Business as Landmark Regulation Looms

By Mark Johnston | 19/09/2025

Korea Exchange subsidiary files won-stablecoin trademarks as financial authorities prepare to introduce a comprehensive digital asset regulatory framework in October.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea-Japan Bank Consortium Completes Stablecoin Trial

By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2025

A proof-of-concept remittance project found stablecoins cut costs, but highlighted South Korea's lack of a clear regulatory framework.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Kazakhstan Firm Launches World's First Offshore CNY Stablecoin

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/09/2025

AnchorX, a licensed stablecoin issuer in Kazakhstan, has debuted its “AxCNH” stablecoin, aiming to streamline payments for 'Belt and Road' nations.

Crypto / Digital Assets

India Mandates Cybersecurity Audits for All Crypto Exchanges

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/09/2025

Cybersecurity audits will be mandatory for exchanges seeking registration with the FIU. CERT-In has been designated as the overseeing agency.

AML / KYC

Report Alleges $1.5B Money Laundering Network Linked to Shinawatra Dynasty, KuCoin

By Editors | 18/09/2025

An investigation claims a criminal network connected to former PM Thaksin Shinawatra and crypto firm KuCoin is moving illicit funds from Cambodian scam hubs.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Unveils Sweeping Financial Reforms to Boost Hub Status

By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2025

Chief Executive John Lee's policy address focused on digital assets, RMB internationalisation, and wealth management to reinforce Hong Kong's role as a global financial centre.