Thailand Finalizes Regulatory Framework for Bitcoin and Ether Spot ETFs
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission has established rules for single-asset crypto funds, with the regulatory framework scheduled to take effect on October 16.
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission issued 11 regulatory notifications on October 8, creating a legal framework for cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds that takes effect on October 16, 2026. The initial phase restricts eligible products exclusively to Bitcoin and Ether, excluding diversified crypto baskets and alternative tokens.
Under the new rules, eligible funds must be passively managed and maintain an average net exposure of at least 80% of net asset value to a single crypto asset during each accounting year. The regulations also set specific requirements covering portfolio construction, custody arrangements, listing conditions, and investor financing.
The regulator noted that the October 16 date represents the activation of the rulebook rather than an immediate market launch. As of October 9, no fund sponsors, trading tickers, or confirmed listing schedules had been designated, leaving the exact timing of actual fund debuts unresolved.
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