← Back to APAC FINSTAB

📊 Crypto ETF Approval in Asia-Pacific

Policy Events Tracked: 5

Jurisdictions Covered: 3

Last Updated: February 26, 2026

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which APAC jurisdiction has the most progressive crypto etf approval framework?

A: Based on our policy tracking, Singapore and Hong Kong lead in crypto etf approval regulatory clarity. See the comparison below for details.

Q: What are the key trends in crypto etf approval across Asia-Pacific?

A: We've tracked 5 policy events across 3 jurisdictions. Major trends include regulatory harmonization efforts and increasing institutional adoption frameworks.

Q: How can I compare crypto etf approval requirements across jurisdictions?

A: Use our policy tracker to filter by topic and compare requirements side-by-side. Links to each jurisdiction below.

🔍 View Full Policy Tracker →

🌏 Coverage by Jurisdiction

🌏 US

2

policy events

View Details →

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

2

policy events

View Details →

🇯🇵 Japan

1

policy events

View Details →

📅 Recent Policy Events

2026-02-09 US

BlackRock Files for Staked Ethereum ETF with SEC

BlackRock submitted SEC filing for a staked Ethereum ETF, signaling major institutional interest in ETH yield products.

2026-02-08 JP

Japan Unveils Crypto Tax Cut & ETF Roadmap to 2028

Japan announces crypto tax reduction from 55% to 20% by 2028, reclassifying 105 cryptocurrencies as financial products.

2026-01-30 US

SEC-CFTC Project Crypto: Token Taxonomy Framework

SEC and CFTC jointly announced Project Crypto with token taxonomy: 'most crypto assets trading today are not securities.' Creates 3-tier classification: digital commodities, collectibles, tools vs tokenized securities.

2026-01-28 HK

First ETH Staking ETF Launched in Hong Kong

ChinaAMC partners with OSL to launch world's first regulated ETH Staking ETF, offering ~2.8% APR.

2025-12-15 HK

Hong Kong Approves Spot ETH ETFs

SFC approves multiple spot Ethereum ETFs for HKEX trading.

🔗 Related Topics

🔔 Stay Updated

Get notified when regulations change for this topic.

Subscribe for Alerts →