Crypto Regulation News

Japan’s FSA Proposes Cybersecurity Guidelines for Crypto Exchanges

Japan’s financial regulator has released draft cybersecurity guidelines for strengthening protections for crypto exchanges, as regulators respond to increasingly sophisticated cyber threats targeting the sector. The proposal is open for public comment until March 11, 2026, and lays a structured plan to raise security standards across the industry.

Russia Moves to Restrict Telegram Again as Digital Controls Tighten

Russia has started restricting access to Telegram to tighten control over online communications. The move, which reportedly took effect on Feb. 10, will target one of Russia’s most widely used messaging platforms as a part of its renewed escalation in the country’s long-running effort to tighten control over digital services.

South Korea: Bithumb Incident May Affect CEX Business Eligibility

South Korean financial regulators have issued strict warnings to the crypto industry after the mistaken Bitcoin transfer incident at Bithumb. Eun Sung-soo, described the episode as a “disaster” that undermines confidence in crypto exchanges. Eun said regulators had already launched an on-site inspection after the incident

Hong Kong Regulator Targets March for First Stablecoin Licences

Hong Kong is aiming to issue its first stablecoin issuer licences as early as March. Hong Kong Monetary Authority Chief Executive Eddie Yue told lawmakers on Monday that the regulator expects to approve only a very small number of issuers in the first batch,

South Korea Forms Digital Strategy Team For Tokenized Finance Market

South Korea establishes a dedicated Digital Strategy Team to support member firms expanding into virtual asset-related businesses. The new unit was launched under Korea Financial Investment Association (KOFIA’s) recently created K-Capital Market Division. The division will also handle pension systems and taxation policy coordination.

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