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Thailand SEC Files Complaint Against Bitget for Unlicensed Operations

Thailand SEC Files Complaint Against Bitget for Unlicensed Operations

First seen 8 Nov 2026, 09:45 UTC • •

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ThreatCluster •November 8, 2026 at 09:46 UTC
  • •Thailand's SEC has filed a criminal complaint against Bitget for unlicensed operations.
  • •Access to Bitget will be blocked nationwide starting December 5, 2026.
  • •Users are advised to withdraw their funds before the access cutoff.

The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a criminal complaint against BG Limited, the operator of the cryptocurrency exchange Bitget, for allegedly facilitating unlicensed crypto trading from 2022 to 2025. The SEC plans to block access to Bitget's website and mobile app starting December 5, 2026, following an investigation that revealed the platform charged fees to local users without necessary permits. The SEC's actions include notifying the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society to enforce the access block and advising users to withdraw their funds before the deadline. The complaint was submitted to Thailand’s Economic Crime Suppression Division for further investigation. This regulatory move reflects a broader crackdown on unauthorized offshore crypto platforms in Southeast Asia, emphasizing the region's strict stance on compliance with digital asset laws.

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Timeline

2026-11-05
SEC files criminal complaint against Bitget
Thailand's SEC officially filed a complaint against BG Limited for operating without a license and notified the Ministry to block access to Bitget.
Cointelegraph
2026-11-08
Public access to Bitget to be blocked
The SEC announced that access to Bitget's platform will be blocked nationwide starting December 5, 2026, urging users to withdraw assets.
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Common questions

What actions has the SEC taken against Bitget?
The SEC filed a criminal complaint and plans to block access to Bitget's platform starting December 5, 2026.
What should users do before the access block?
Users are advised to review their accounts and withdraw any funds held on Bitget before the December 5 deadline.
What are the implications of this complaint?
The complaint indicates a significant regulatory crackdown on unlicensed crypto operations in Thailand, affecting Bitget's business strategy in the region.