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Asia Crypto Regulations

A traditional Chinese boat sailing in the waters of Hong Kong with a Hashkey logo on the sail.
Regulations
Hong Kong Hands Landmark First Crypto Exchange License to HashKey

HashKey becomes the first exchange to gain approval to offer crypto operation services in the country.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Crypto.com supporter winking in lego Singapore city.
Regulations
Central Bank of Singapore Approves Blockchain.com’s Payment License 

Regulatory milestones signal commitment to fintech innovation in Singapore.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A cat in china seeing some crypto coins laying on the ground, HSBC logo in the background artwork.
Regulations
Chinese Institutions Embrace New Digital Currency Partnership

Minsheng Bank's partnership with JD will see new utility for the digital yuan CBDC in eCommerce across China.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Laser Digital CEO Jez Mohideen in laser lit Dubai.
Regulations
Nomura’s Laser Digital Receives License Approval in Dubai 

The VASP license will allow offers of OTC digital asset investment and trading products in the region.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Indonesian man welcoming to a burau of crypto in Indonesia.
Regulations
Indonesia Launches National Crypto Bourse to Strengthen Investor Protection and Regulatory Oversight

Indonesia's national crypto bourse for investor protection and regulatory oversight could have a significant impact on trading environments.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
An iceberg in the middle of the ocean with palms on top and hands giving out money.
Regulations
South Korean Crypto Lender Delio Freezes Withdrawals: Here’s Why

Delio cited a few reasons for freezing withdrawals.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Xi Jinping with his arms out smiling, consuming blockchain energy through his hands from above.
Regulations
Crypto’s Big Shift Towards China: TechFlow Report

TechFlow’s latest analysis provides insights into the growing importance of the Chinese-speaking markets in crypto's future.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Fancy waiter offering a large bitcoin infront of the symbol of Kong Kong.
Regulations
Crypto Investors Can Trade Under New Hong Kong Rules from June 1st 

A number of safeguards will be employed, like knowledge tests.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Asian woman wearing traditional Chinese dress at Sanfeng temple in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, looking at a glowing crypto coin in the sky.
Regulations
Taiwan’s Crypto Rules To Come in September, But Regulators Refute Reports of Allowing Banks to Offer Crypto Trading

Taiwan is set to roll out its crypto regulatory framework in September according to FSC Chair Huang Tien-mu.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Silver square robots standing on a dusty road leading towards a bank portal.
Exchanges
Hong Kong’s Top Virtual Bank to Service Crypto Exchanges

Hong Kong's ZA Bank now offers crypto-to-fiat conversion services for crypto exchanges.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Sad Do Kwon stare at his frozen Bitcoins.
Regulations
South Korean Authorities Move to Freeze Do Kwon’s Terra Profits

Do Kwon reportedly converted his assets to Bitcoin, currently held on Binance.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A huge futuristic humanoid with the Bybit logo towering over a foggy Hong Kong
Exchanges
Bybit Expands to Hong Kong Amidst Regulatory Crackdown in US

Crypto exchange Bybit plans to expand to Hong Kong amid the ongoing regulatory crackdown on crypto in the United States.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A woman in Japan on a phone holding a digital Yen coin.
CBDCs
Japan’s Plans for CBDC Panel to Examine Digital Yen Issuance

Japan plans to establish an expert panel to explore the feasibility of introducing a digital yen.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A person wearing a space suit looking out through the round window.
Regulations
Hong Kong’s Crypto Hub Dream Realized as 80 Firms Plan Entry into City

Hong Kong has made regulatory moves to welcome crypto and blockchain companies, with around 80 already showing interest.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse standing on top of The Gyeongbukgung Palace in South Korea
Regulations
Ripple Talks South Korean Policy Guidelines in Press Release

Ripple calls for targeted digital asset regulation and clear taxonomy to protect consumers in South Korea.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
China's red hand over volcano shooting crypto coins.
Regulations
China to Strengthen Cryptocurrency Supervision in New State Administration Proposal

The proposed overhaul of the financial sector will consolidate oversight of financial institutions under a new state administration.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Geisha standing bellow blooming Sakura tree next to a piggy bank full of FTX tokens.
FTX News
FTX Japan Delivers on Promise to Re-Open Withdrawals

Four months after the collapse of crypto exchange FTX, customers of the Japanese branch can withdraw funds again.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A man on the balcony holding neatly stacked crypto coins in front of a dragon in Hong Kong.
Regulations
Hong Kong Regulators Welcome Crypto Platforms with New Laws

Crypto firms will be required to follow rules around token listing, smart contract audits, and limiting trader exposure.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A Japanese child staring at a digital coin in a smoky environment
Regulations
Yen-credible News: Japan to Pilot Digital Currency in April

Japan's Central Bank is set to commence its pilot program for its digital yen, with the help of private businesses.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
The Singaporean Merlion fountain statue, spraying out a blue line node connection network
CBDCs
Will Ripple’s CBDC Boost Singapore’s Financial Sector?

Ripple is pursuing CBDC initiatives worldwide and has established a large practice in Singapore, according to Senior VP Brook Entwistle.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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