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Stablecoins Will Drive Institutional Adoption in Asia: Chainalysis CEO
25.9.2024
Stablecoins will drive institutional adoption in Asia, "even if regulators are not happy with it," Chainalysis co-founder and CEO Michael Gronager said in an interview
Cryptocurrencies Not Banned, Vietnam Requires Legal Framework for Regulation — Govt Official
15.4.2024
A government official from Vietnam has stated that cryptocurrencies are not prohibited. However, the country urgently needs to establish a legal framework to regulate their use, the official said. The Finance Ministry has been tasked with drafting a framework to govern crypto assets, which is...
Hong Kong ‘ready’ to capitalize on crypto’s next bull run: Hashkey Capital
10.11.2023
Hashkey Capital partner of liquids funds and research, Jupiter Zheng, says the crypto sector in Hong Kong is now primed for significant growth over the next four to five years
Singapore Grants Ripple Full License to Provide Crypto Services
6.10.2023
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has granted Ripple a full license to provide crypto services. “This license underscores the real-world utility of crypto solutions for businesses and financial institutions alike, marking an important step towards wider adoption of digital...
Coinbase Obtains License From Singapore’s Central Bank — Crypto Exchange Sees Singapore as ‘a Vital Market’
3.10.2023
The Nasdaq-listed crypto exchange Coinbase has obtained a license from Singapore’s central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), to provide services to both individuals and institutions. “We’ve identified Singapore as a vital market for Coinbase,” the crypto exchange emphasized....
JPEX staff flee event as scandal hits, Mt. Gox woes, Diners Club crypto: Asia Express
22.9.2023
JPEX staff forced to flee Token2049 after execs arrested, Mt Gox repayment delay stretches 10 years, Diners Club goes Web3 in Singapore
Fraud Investigation of Crypto Exchange JPEX Triggers Trading Halt, Arrests, Increased Regulatory Scrutiny
20.9.2023
A fraud investigation of cryptocurrency exchange JPEX in Hong Kong has led to the shutdown of some trading activities on the platform, the arrest of multiple people, and increased regulatory scrutiny of the entire crypto sector. “This incident highlights the importance that when investors want...
Erica Kang, CEO of KryptoSeoul, on Crypto in Asia and Bridging the Gap Between the West & the East | Ep. 266
19.9.2023
In an exclusive interview with cryptonews.com, Erica Kang, CEO and Founder of KryptoSeoul, talks about community-building spirit, crypto in Asia, and bridging the gap between the East and the West. ...
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Growing Institutional Appetite for Crypto in Asia Amid Regulatory Developments
13.9.2023
Institutional adoption of digital assets in Asia is gaining momentum as regulatory clarity improves in the region.
During Korea Blockchain Week, industry insiders revealed that South Korea, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore are actively seeking opportunities in the crypto space, according...
Mastercard Launches First Crypto-Linked Payment Cards for Asia-Pacific Region
10.11.2021
Payments giant Mastercard is launching crypto-linked payment cards for the Asia-Pacific region in partnership with three crypto service providers. “For the first time, consumers and businesses in the Asia Pacific region will be able to apply for crypto-linked Mastercard credit, debit,...
Asia-Pacific leads the world in NFT searches on Google
2.11.2021
Google searches for “NFT” again overtook “cryptocurrency” queries in September after a significant spike in March
Crypto Asia Summit: New Virtual Event Restoring Blockchain Networking
24.3.2020
On May 18–23, the largest crypto virtual summit of 2020 will begin. The Crypto Asia Summit will bring investors and decision-makers that will provide market intelligence to discover key trends, opportunities, and top crypto projects. The spread of coronavirus has impacted most in-person events...