The adoption of financial technology, or fintech, solutions has grown rapidly across Southeast Asia in recent years.

Cambodia's central bank has issued a notice requiring businesses that issue electronic money through e-wallets and stored-value cards to notify the regulator within 90 days or face legal action. The notice targets businesses operating single-purpose e-money systems within their own networks, such as cafes, restaurants, and gas stations, that are not licensed financial institutions. Businesses must meet specific balance thresholds and operational restrictions to qualify for the notification-only exemption ra

On May 1, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding the Huione Group, a foreign financial institution located in Cambodia.