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Kazakhstan approves reporting rules for digital asset issuers
Starting September 26, 2026, companies issuing backed digital assets will begin reporting quarterly to the National Bank.
Uzbekistan to launch compliance rating for securities issuers on December 18
NAPP will divide companies into four categories based on transparency and shareholder rights compliance.
South Korea's Hana Bank to open representative office in Uzbekistan
The office will serve as a base for market research and preparation for Central Asian expansion
National Bank of Kazakhstan introduces licenses for payment banks: no loans or deposits
Starting October 2026, first-category payment organizations will enter the market, able to issue cards and open business accounts without traditional banks.
Separate Bank Accounts to Become Mandatory for Marketplaces and Sellers in Uzbekistan
Starting in December 2026, sellers, couriers, and taxi drivers must receive income in special accounts or card-linked e-wallets.
Kazakhstan launches tenge-pegged stablecoin KZTg
The token operates on the TON network via Telegram and is testing in the National Bank’s regulatory sandbox
ABB pays $140 million for 51% of Davr Bank—up from $100 million cited in May
The deal was announced at the presidential level in August, but the stake transferred to the buyer only on September 10 through six trades on the Tashkent exchange.
Asia Alliance Bank Registers Uzbekistan's First Foreign Currency Bond Issue
The $20 million issuance will take place within the NAPP regulatory sandbox.
Kyrgyzstan prepares to launch a unified fast payment system
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has submitted a draft infrastructure for 24/7 instant interbank transfers for public discussion.
Halyk Bank raises fee for interbank phone number transfers
Starting November 27, 2026, the cost of sending money to other banks via Halyk SuperApp will increase by 25%.
Binance to set up regional settlement hub in Kazakhstan
The crypto exchange will secure a category one payment organization license to serve clients across Central Asia and the CIS.
Bakai Business drops to ★4.02: charts for August 31 – September 7
The week’s only rating movement, 21 app releases, and the three most active companies in the Finteqstan catalog