Published: Nov 29, 2025 at 20:05
Two distinct but related developments on November 28th underscored the rapid push for compliant, global stablecoin infrastructure—a foundational component for integrating crypto with traditional finance.
UK regulatory sandbox for stablecoins
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom announced that it is adding a stablecoin-specific cohort to its Regulatory Sandbox.
This program invites institutions ready to issue a stablecoin under the upcoming UK regulatory regime to apply for testing in a controlled environment. The goal is to shape the FCA’s future policies and rules by gathering real-world data and insights from companies operating within the market.
The sandbox opens the door for regulated entities to test stablecoin solutions with consumers and utilize proprietary data, while receiving guidance from the FCA’s Innovation Case Officers. This structured approach provides the regulatory certainty required by banks and major fintechs to invest heavily in tokenized money. This signals the UK’s commitment to implementing a MiCA-like framework for stablecoins, focusing on stability and consumer protection.
Korean Won Stablecoin Alliance (GAKS)
Simultaneously, major Korean gaming company WEMADE, parent of the WEMIX blockchain ecosystem, announced the formation of the Global Alliance for Korean Won (KRW) Stablecoin (GAKS).
The alliance brings together global compliance leaders Chainalysis and CertiK, alongside fintech remittance company SentBe.
This partnership aims to build a KRW-backed stablecoin infrastructure that prioritizes security, regulatory compliance, and global scalability for cross-border remittances. By leveraging Chainalysis for Web3 threat detection and CertiK for security audits, WEMADE is ensuring that its StableNet infrastructure meets international regulatory standards.
This initiative is a response to the rapid advancement of stablecoin infrastructure and regulatory clarity in South Korea, positioning the nation to become a major player in the global stablecoin market, moving the digital asset beyond simple gaming ecosystems into real-world financial applications.
These two developments on opposite ends of the globe confirm that regulatory compliance and institutional-grade security are the current priority for the multi-trillion-dollar stablecoin sector.