Thailand SEC Mulls Crypto Futures Licensing Overhaul

Thailand SEC Eyes Crypto Futures Licensing Shift

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand is opening a public comment period on draft regulations that would permit digital‑asset firms to launch crypto futures under their current licences, a move designed to thin the entry barrier for derivatives trading. Stakeholders argue that the proposal could accelerate market depth, while critics warn of heightened systemic risk. The SEC says the amendment would align Thailand with jurisdictions such as Japan and Singapore that already allow futures on tokenized assets. According to a recent Reuters report, the regional crypto‑derivatives volume grew ↑ 12% year‑over‑year, suggesting demand is robust. A

“significant uplift in liquidity could attract institutional capital,”

noted a senior market analyst. The draft also outlines capital‑adequacy thresholds and mandatory clearing through a local futures exchange. Feedback must be submitted by 30 May, after which the SEC will finalize the rulebook. Further insight was offered by Bloomberg analysts who predict a modest increase in trading volumes.