Thailand is moving to position itself as a leading crypto hub in Asia by rolling out a comprehensive 2026 regulatory framework covering bitcoin ETFs and crypto futures trading.
South Korea is moving to approve spot bitcoin ETFs this year as part of a broader crypto policy shift that pairs regulated market access with stricter stablecoin rules and expanded use of blockchain in public finance.
The bitcoin price started 2026 with a sharp rally, climbing above $94,000 as ETF inflows, bullish options positioning and renewed geopolitical hedge demand lifted market sentiment.
Morgan Stanley has filed with U.S. regulators to launch a spot bitcoin ETF, signaling growing institutional confidence in regulated bitcoin investment products.
The Abu Dhabi Investment Council more than tripled its stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust to nearly 8 million shares in Q3, viewing Bitcoin as a long-term digital gold allocation.
Australia will soon gain access to BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) on the ASX, providing regulated, local exposure to Bitcoin through a traditional exchange.
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