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- Zafar Naik
Zafar Naik
- Dec 12, 2025 09:15 UTC
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Malaysia’s Ringgit Stablecoin Moves Forward as Capital A, Standard Chartered Step In
Malaysia is testing a ringgit-backed stablecoin as AirAsia’s parent and Standard Chartered step into regulated crypto.
A central bank–supervised sandbox is now at the center of Malaysia’s stablecoin plans.
Malaysia is showing real interest in cryptocurrency, and the push is coming from institutions that matter.
Capital A, the parent company of AirAsia, and Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia have signed a letter of intent to explore a ringgit-backed stablecoin, placing the project inside Bank Negara Malaysia’s Digital Asset Innovation Hub (DAIH).
The development comes just days after a royal-backed ringgit stablecoin was announced.
AirAsia Parent Steps Into Regulated Crypto
Under the agreement, Standard Chartered Malaysia is expected to act as the issuer, while Capital A will focus on testing real-world wholesale use cases across its travel and digital businesses. This marks Capital A’s first move into regulated digital assets.
Calling the move a turning point, Capital A CEO Tony Fernandes said the deal “marks a significant milestone in our transformation from an aviation-centric group into a trusted, technology-led ecosystem.”
Fernandes added that a stablecoin could improve internal operations through real-time settlements, better treasury management, and programmable financial flows, helping the group serve customers more efficiently.
Why the Central Bank Sandbox Matters
Unlike many private stablecoin projects, this initiative is being tested inside Bank Negara Malaysia’s regulatory sandbox. The DAIH allows banks and companies to experiment under close supervision, running technical, regulatory, and commercial assessments before anything reaches wider use.
Standard Chartered Malaysia CEO Mak Joon Nien said digital assets are a core part of the bank’s long-term strategy, especially for institutional clients that require strong assurances.
Royal-Backed RMJDT Adds Weight
Just days earlier, Bullish Aim, chaired by the son of Malaysia’s king, unveiled RMJDT, a ringgit-pegged stablecoin backed by cash and short-term government bonds.
The token will run on Zetrix, a government-linked blockchain, and is designed for domestic payments and cross-border trade.
Together, these developments point to a broader shift in Malaysia.
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