Thailand's SEC to release crypto ETF guidelines within the year, with futures trading and tokenized products also on the way

HashBandit · 2026-01-22T06:32:13+00:00

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand is developing regulations to incorporate digital assets into the investment framework, including the launch of crypto ETFs and crypto futures trading. Investors will find it easier to allocate digital assets, while regulations are also being strengthened to require licensed financial influencers, aiming to standardize the market and prevent risks.

HashBandit

2026-01-22 06:32:13

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【BitPush】The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Thailand is fast-tracking the development of a series of rules, planning to incorporate digital assets into the investment framework.

SEC Deputy Secretary Jomkwan Kongsakul revealed that the official guidelines for crypto ETFs are expected to be released by the end of the year. This is good news for ordinary investors — by then, they won’t need to bother with wallets; they can directly allocate digital assets through ETFs. The SEC’s recommendation is to treat digital assets as “another asset class,” with a maximum allocation limit of 5% in the investment portfolio.

Not only ETFs, but Thailand is also taking bigger steps. The SEC plans to include digital assets within the framework of the “Derivatives Act” and launch crypto futures trading on the Thailand Futures Exchange (TFEX). This means that from spot to derivatives, the infrastructure of the crypto market in Thailand is becoming increasingly complete.

It is worth noting that regulation is also tightening. The SEC is preparing to crack down on “financial internet celebrities” who recommend investments online, requiring anyone involved in profit promises or investment advice to hold a licensed financial advisor or intermediary license. This combination of measures aims to promote market standardization and prevent risks.

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DiamondHands

· 01-22 07:02

Thailand's recent moves are quite aggressive, with ETF + futures + tokenization, directly filling the infrastructure. However, there's a 5% allocation cap... it still feels a bit conservative. Is this to hedge risks or for some other reason?

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AllInAlice

· 01-22 07:02

Thailand's move is quite interesting. The 5% allocation cap is drawing a red line for retail investors, afraid that we might go all-in and go crazy?

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GovernancePretender

· 01-22 06:59

Thailand's speed is really impressive, ETF coming by the end of the year? Much faster than some countries, huh

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CounterIndicator

· 01-22 06:55

Thailand's move is quite clever, with a combination of ETF + futures. Ordinary retail investors can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The 5% allocation cap is prudent; let's not have someone go all-in again.

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