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Thai Public Company Brooker Group Invests $6.6 Million in Bitcoin
15.5.2021
The Brooker Group has reportedly become the first publicly listed company in Thailand to hold bitcoin on its balance sheet. The company has disclosed that it has bought 122.3158 bitcoins worth $6.6 million or 200 million baht. Thai Public Company Invests in Bitcoin The number of public companies...
Thailand’s New Cryptocurrency Regulation Requires Users to Be Physically Present to Open Accounts
4.5.2021
The Thai government has reportedly imposed a new cryptocurrency requirement. Crypto exchanges will be required to verify users’ identities using a machine that requires the customers to be physically present. Thailand’s New Crypto Rules The Thai Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo)...
Thailand to introduce in-person KYC for crypto exchanges
3.5.2021
Thailand’s government aims to curb new crypto account creation with stringent KYC requirements
New ASEAN blockchain consortium targets cross-border cooperation
23.4.2021
The new ASEAN Blockchain Consortium aims to engage with regulators to ensure compliance and raise industry awareness
Thai crypto adoption is booming, with volume up 588% since November
5.4.2021
While crypto volumes surge on Thailand’s licensed exchanges, P2P platforms appear to be falling out of favor
Bank of Thailand to begin central bank digital currency tests in 2022
2.4.2021
Thailand’s central bank is calling for public comments on its proposed plan to launch a sovereign digital currency within the next five years
Thai SEC says investors should have crypto trading experience
1.4.2021
Secretary-general Ruenvadee Suwanmongkol said the commission will be offering a free training course for investors who have no experience trading in cryptocurrencies
Thai Central Bank Declares Baht-Pegged Stablecoin Illegal in Violation of Currency Law
21.3.2021
Thailand’s central bank has declared a stablecoin pegged to the Thai Baht illegal, citing violation of the country’s currency law. The Bank of Thailand (BOT) is currently working on a regulatory framework for stablecoins. Thailand Bans Baht-Pegged Stablecoin The Bank of Thailand,...
Bank of Thailand plans to regulate asset-backed stablecoins this year
19.3.2021
After issuing a warning against a Baht-pegged stablecoin produced by a South Korea-based firm, Thailand plans to introduce a series of regulations for stablecoins in 2021
Thailand’s central bank warns against ‘illegal’ THT stablecoin
18.3.2021
The Baht-pegged stablecoin produced by Terra has come under fire from Thai bankers
Thailand's crypto market seeks clearer regulations as industry interest peaks
6.3.2021
The Thai SEC says the total number of crypto accounts rose by nearly 300% over the course of the last 180 days
Thailand’s largest movie theater chain accepts Bitcoin
5.3.2021
Major Cineplex Group is starting to accept Bitcoin as part of a crypto pilot project
Thai Financial Regulator Claims Controversial Crypto Rule Proposal Was Just to Gauge Public Opinion
4.3.2021
The Thai financial watchdog has reportedly retreated from its initial controversial crypto rule proposal. Citing the country’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a local media outlet stated that public criticism was significant regarding the matter. People ‘Misunderstood’...
Thai SEC forced to clarify proposed crypto rules after public backlash
2.3.2021
Financial regulators in Thailand may adjust the minimum annual income qualification for crypto investors amid public outrage
Thai SEC consults public on crypto investor income rules
25.2.2021
Thai investors who do not qualify for crypto trading under proposed SEC rules would still be able to invest through licensed fund managers
New Crypto Rules in Thailand Could Require Traders to Show Income Before Opening Trading Accounts
25.2.2021
Thailand seeks to introduce a new set of rules for retail crypto investors, specifically targeting those who want to open accounts. The Thai financial watchdog could require domestic crypto exchanges to ask traders for proof of income. Thai SEC Could Also Ask Crypto Investors to Prove Their...
Major Asian banks unite to form ‘multiple’ CBDC pact on blockchain
23.2.2021
Some of Asia's largest banking institutions are working together on a “multiple” CBDC project, designed to cross borders and navigate regulations easier than fiat
Thailand Authorities Are Targeting Japanese Crypto Holders to Boost Tourism
23.2.2021
Thailand seems to be interested in catching Japanese crypto holders’ attention via tourism. The country wants to establish a crypto-friendly touristic hotspot and the first targeted country is the nation of the rising sun. Program Aims to Add New Segments With ‘High Spending’...
Thailand tourism board targets wealthy Japanese crypto holders
19.2.2021
Well-heeled Japanese crypto holders are being targeted by Thailand’s tourism industry
Thai SEC schedules hearings to address crypto investor qualifications
15.2.2021
The SEC of Thailand is looking to establish qualifications for crypto investors as digital currency purchases increase