Thailand's SEC plans to introduce regulatory rules for cryptocurrency ETFs and futures this year.

PANews reported on January 22 that, according to Cointelegraph, the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is developing rules to support crypto ETFs, crypto futures trading, and tokenized investment products. SEC Deputy Secretary Jomkwan Kongsakul stated that formal guidelines for crypto ETFs are expected to be released this year, allowing investors to allocate related assets without needing to manage their own wallets. He also suggested treating crypto assets as "another asset class," with a maximum allocation of 5% in a diversified portfolio. The SEC also plans to include crypto assets within the framework of the Derivatives Act, launch crypto futures on the Thai Futures Exchange (TFEX), and tighten regulations on "financial influencers," requiring those making profit promises or investment advice to possess investment advisory or intermediary licenses.