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Gemini crypto exchange receives preliminary approval in Singapore

29.10.2024
Gemini has received in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution license in Singapore.

HKEX launches digital asset index as Hong Kong expands crypto licensing

28.10.2024
The new index series from HKEX will offer a single reference price for Bitcoin and Ether, aligning with Asia-Pacific trading hours, and it aims to boost transparency in the digital asset market

MHC Digital, Circle collaborate to expand USDC access in APAC region

1.10.2024
Australian pension funds can expect a pitch soon for saving money on fees with a stablecoin

FATF Urges India to Strengthen Virtual Asset Regulation

21.9.2024
India has achieved a high level of technical compliance with Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards, addressing illicit finance, money laundering, and terrorist financing. In a joint assessment with regional bodies, the FATF praised India’s progress but pointed out areas needing...

Blockchain adoption in Asia Pacific will expand into SMEs — Blockdaemon

19.9.2024
Blockdaemon executive Andrew Vranjes said that tax regulations and the lack of uniform regulations across jurisdictions hold back institutions from adopting blockchain.

Report: India Tops Global Crypto Adoption; Surge in Asia-Pacific

11.9.2024
The cryptocurrency landscape in Central & Southern Asia and Oceania (CSAO) is changing, with each country carving out…

Crypto Custody Firm Copper Receives Key License in Hong Kong as it Expands in Asia Pacific

17.7.2024
The license permits the holder to provide trust and corporate services in the region

The Asia-Pacific market is heating up for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs

27.6.2024
Two Bitcoin ETFs launched in Australia in June — after six Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs launched in Hong Kong in April. We'll see soon if more enter the market

TON Foundation Partners with HashKey to Improve Telegram Wallet Access

12.4.2024
TON Foundation has partnered with HashKey to support the “open network” and “increase access” to fiat on and off-ramps for Telegram wallet users in the Asia-Pacific Region. The post TON Foundation Partners with HashKey to Improve Telegram Wallet Access appeared first on Cryptonews

TON Foundation Teams Up With HashKey to Drive Crypto On-Ramping in Telegram

12.4.2024
HashKey and the Foundation are focussing their partnership on Hong Kong in the first phase

Exclusive: Ant Group’s ZAN Becomes Core Chain’s Validator to Fortify Blockchains’ Security in Asia-Pacific

2.4.2024
Ant Group’s Web3 security solutions provider ZAN has become a validator on Core Chain – EVM-compatible blockchain secured on Bitcoin. The post Exclusive: Ant Group’s ZAN Becomes Core Chain’s Validator to Fortify Blockchains’ Security in Asia-Pacific appeared first on Cryptonews

Tokenized Real-World Asset Platform Ondo Finance Announces Expansion into Asia Pacific

22.1.2024
Tokenized Real-World Assets platform Ondo Finance has officially announced its expansion into Asia Pacific with the inauguration of its first office in the area. However, the firm did not disclose the country or the city where the office has been opened. Ondo Finance, currently holds 40% of...

APEC Meeting: Yellen Acknowledges Digital Assets’ Potential, Announces Regulation Advancements

17.11.2023
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has acknowledged the advantages that the adoption of digital assets might bring to several key economic activities. After the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) finance ministers’ meeting, Yellen stated that while digital assets do pose risks, they...

CBDC’s Not Yet Ready for Mainstream, Says Mastercard Expert

17.11.2023
Source: Pixabay / AKuptsova Mastercard’s expert Ashok Venkateswaran has expressed skepticism about the current viability of widespread central bank digital currencies (CBDC), claiming that the broad adoption of CBDC could be “difficult,” according to CNBC. Venkateswaran, Mastercard’s Blockchain...

Finance Ministers from APEC Nations to Share Crypto Insights in San Francisco

14.11.2023
Image Source: Pixabay The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit has drawn global attention to discussions on regional economic cooperation, including crypto regulations. The event, which commenced on November 11 in San Francisco, saw the finance ministers’ meeting on November...

Standard Chartered-Backed Crypto Custody Zodia Launches in Hong Kong

30.10.2023
Zodia Custody, the crypto security firm owned by British banking giant Standard Chartered, is expanding its services to Hong Kong. Zodia Custody’s foray into Hong Kong marks its latest stride into the Asia-Pacific region after announcing plans to expand into Singapore last month. Established...

Binance's Asia-Pacific Head Departs Amidst Market Share Decline and Regulatory Pressures

1.9.2023
According to Bloomberg's sources, Leon Foong, who served as the head of Binance Asia-Pacific, is leaving his position at the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. Foong was crucial in Binance's growth in South Korea, Thailand, and Japan. While an official announcement is pending, insiders have...