SEC Thailand was recognised for its transformative efforts in enhancing market integrity, combating financial crime and leading innovation in digital asset regulation. Jakarta, 21 May 2025 – The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Thailand, has been awarded the Best Conduct of Business Regulator in Asia Pacific by TAB Global, in recognition of its exceptional leadership in driving transformative market reforms, strengthening enforcement mechanisms and leading innovation in digital asset regulation. Pioneering market reforms and regulatory modernisation The SEC Thailand has spearheaded critical initiatives to enhance market integrity, including collaborative regulations for high-frequency trading (HFT) with the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), bringing transparency to previously opaque market activities. By integrating digital asset rules with traditional securities laws, the regulator has established a unified framework for conventional and emerging financial trends. Stricter corporate governance measures—focused on bondholder representation and financial disclosures—have also been central to safeguarding investor interests and elevating market accountability. Rigorous enforcement and investor protection initiatives The SEC Thailand has demonstrated unwavering commitment to combating financial misconduct, allocating 40% of its regulatory resources to forensic auditing and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven surveillance systems that target fraudulent activities on social media. High-profile actions against entities like Stark Corporation and Energy Absolute highlight its resolve to hold bad actors accountable. Initiatives such as theSEC Open Data Projectand targeted public awareness campaigns—particularly in response to global crypto collapses like Luna and FTX—have empowered retail investors with transparent data and risk education, reinforcing trust in Thailand’s financial markets. Global leadership in digital assets and sustainable finance As an early adopter of comprehensive digital asset regulations, the SEC Thailand has established a robust framework for initial coin offerings (ICOs), digital exchanges and custodians, earning recognition from global bodies like the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO). Its promotion of green financing tokenisation integrates sustainability with regulatory compliance, while partnerships with international peers in Canada, Hong Kong and the UAE solidify its status as a global regulatory leader. Despite challenges like reactive enforcement and crypto oversight gaps, SEC Thailand’s focus on AI-driven predictive analytics and legislative reforms underscores its commitment to future-proofing Thailand’s financial ecosystem. About the Regulation and Supervision Awards The Regulation and Supervision Awards programme evaluates and recognises the achievements of central banks and banking regulators in fulfilling their varied roles of managing macroeconomic performance, in terms of maintaining inflation and price stability; systemic and prudential regulation to ensure soundness and stability of the financial system; and conduct of business regulation to cover the licensing, behaviour and practices of financial services providers to ensure equity amongst participants and fair treatment of consumers and users. Media Contact Genivi Factao Editor TAB Global Email: [email protected]
