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This is part of a global trend where regulators are scrutinizing traditional safe-haven assets like gold for money laundering. As gold becomes harder to use anonymously, crypto may see increased attention—both as a potential substitute and as a target for similar regulations. The event also highlights the growing regulatory convergence across Southeast Asia, which could affect crypto adoption and compliance requirements in the region.

Thailand plans to tighten oversight of the gold-trading industry to curb money laundering and financial crimes.