Asia's weekly crypto roundup covers Russia's digital currency law, Japan's new FSA crypto division, Tokyo Stock Exchange review plans, Bithumb's 2028 IPO target, and Dunamu's police custody contract win.

Regulation & Gov · 2026-08-09

Russia enacted a digital currency law requiring licenses for operations and establishing a Moscow Exchange custody platform with phased rollout. Japan's Financial Services Agency created a dedicated division focused on crypto and stablecoins, while Tokyo Stock Exchange announced plans to re-review companies undergoing major business transitions. South Korea's Dunamu secured a police crypto custody contract, and exchange Bithumb set a 2028 target for an initial public offering.

Previously on Telem

South Korea's top exchanges list Cap and Unibase tokens 2026-08-06
Bithumb temporarily suspends MEV token deposits and withdrawals 2026-08-05
QUID token listed on Bithumb exchange with won trading pair 2026-08-04
Upbit lists HOME token, Bithumb adds META2 and USDG 2026-08-04
Bithumb announces IPO preparation, shares security and transparency improvements 2026-08-03