Thailand just gave the green light for digital assets like Bitcoin to play a role in its derivatives markets. They’re making it official by updating their Derivatives Act. Local reports say this isn’t just about keeping up with the times—it’s also about giving investors better protection and making sure Thailand’s rules match up with the rest of the world.
Honestly, it’s a big move for Thailand. The country clearly wants to stand out as a hotspot for institutional crypto trading in Southeast Asia. Retail investors are still pretty active with crypto, but the government isn’t letting up on its ban against using crypto for payments. Strict rules are still in place.
Big players—institutions, not regular people—are the primary emphasis of this update. It prepares the way for the anticipated arrival of exchange-traded cryptocurrency products, including Bitcoin futures, in 2026. Overall, as Thailand integrates digital assets more deeply into its official financial system, this is a significant step.
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