Othereffective

Emergency Decree on Digital Asset Businesses B.E. 2561

Also known as: Thailand Digital Asset Business Decree

Thailand SEC Thailand / Ministry of Finance

Overview

Creates Thailand's licensing and token-offering framework for digital assets.

Key Details

Jurisdiction

Thailand

Regulator

SEC Thailand / Ministry of Finance

Law Type

Other

Status

In Force

Official Law Number

Emergency Decree 2018

Official Title

Emergency Decree on Digital Asset Businesses B.E. 2561

Effective Date

Effective date not specified

Who This Law Applies To

Digital-asset operators, token issuers and investors.

Key Requirements

Licensing, token approval, disclosure, conduct, custody and enforcement.

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