Thailand SEC to Launch Bitcoin and Ether ETF Framework on October 16

Key Facts

1The Thailand SEC has set October 16 as the start date for Bitcoin and Ether ETF regulations.

2The new rules require at least 80% average net exposure and prohibit margin loans for buyers.

The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission has set October 16, 2026, as the official start date for Bitcoin and Ether ETF regulations. TokenPost reported that the new framework establishes a regulated route for funds tied to these two specific cryptocurrencies, with trading limited to the Stock Exchange of Thailand.

The new rules require fund managers to maintain an average net exposure of at least 80% of net assets and strictly prohibit the provision of margin loans for ETF purchases. To mitigate risks, the framework mandates the use of licensed custodians for holding crypto assets and private keys, ensuring a controlled environment for institutional and retail exposure.