Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission has finalized regulations for crypto exchange-traded funds, creating a framework for funds that invest in cryptocurrencies and trade on the Stock Exchange of Thailand.
Effective Oct. 16, 2026, the rules establish requirements for fund operations, digital asset investment management and the appointment of qualified digital asset custodians and other operators as mutual fund supervisors, the SEC said in an Oct. 8 statement .
The regulator said the measures would expand investor access to crypto investments, strengthen local operators and support the development of Thailand’s crypto ETF market under investor protection safeguards.
The framework comprises 11 notifications issued after public consultations in April-May and August-September, with most respondents supporting the proposed principles and draft regulations.
Under the framework, crypto…
