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Philippines Charges 2 Russians in $6.2 Million XRP Theft
15.7.2024
The Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged two Russian nationals with stealing PHP340 million ($6.2 million) worth of XRP cryptocurrency from a local crypto exchange. The suspects allegedly hacked Coins.ph’s system to commit the theft. The DOJ emphasized the importance...
Singapore ‘not ready’ for Bitcoin ETFs, sneaky crypto mining rig importer: Asia Express
12.7.2024
Singapore isn’t in a rush to list crypto ETFs, according to SGX CEO this week as Philippines charges two over a $6M XRP hot wallet hack
Singapore ‘not ready’ for Bitcoin ETFs, sneaky crypto mining rig importer: Asia Express
12.7.2024
Singapore isn’t in a rush to list crypto ETFs, according to SGX CEO this week as Philippines charges two over a $6M XRP hot wallet hack
Tether and Uquid Partner for Social Security Payments in the Philippines
1.7.2024
The largest stablecoin issuer, Tether, has announced a collaboration with Uquid, a Web3 e-commerce platform. This partnership enables residents of the Philippines to pay their Social Security System (SSS) contributions using the stablecoin issued on The Open Network (TON). Additionally, Uquid...
Philippines adopts Tether’s USDT for social security payments
1.7.2024
The Social Security System is a state-run social insurance program that serves employees in the official, informal, and private sectors
Philippine SEC Warns Against Skyline Crypto and Dry Goods Trading Investments
20.6.2024
The Securities and Exchange Commission of the Philippines issued an advisory on Wednesday to inform the public that Skyline Crypto and Dry Goods Trading is not authorized to solicit investments from the public. The company has been offering investment opportunities online, promising returns of...
This Might Be The Fyre Festival Of Pokémon Fan Conventions
4.6.2024
Pokémon has a rich history and spans across several mediums like video games, trading cards, merchandise, and more. So it would, in theory, be a perfect fit for fan conventions. The Pokémon Company hosts plenty of its own events like Go Fest for Pokémon Go fans and its World Championship...
Bitcoin hits record in Japan, Argentina and Philippines' local currency
21.5.2024
For the first time in history, the price of one Bitcoin exceeded 11 million yen in Japan, while prices also peaked in terms of the Argentinean and the Philippines peso
Philippines' Central Bank Gives Approval to Coins.ph to Pilot Stablecoin in Key Remittance Market
14.5.2024
Philippines' central bank has given its approval to digital currency exchange Coins.ph to pilot a Philippine Peso backed stablecoin called PHPC, the company said last week
Philippines Central Bank Approves Trials for National Stablecoin Tied to Local Peso
13.5.2024
The Philippines central bank has given the green light for controlled trials of a national stablecoin that will be pegged 1:1 to the local peso.
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Philippines begins Peso-backed stablecoin sandbox testing
13.5.2024
The test aims to evaluate PHPC's real-world performance, its impact on the local fiat ecosystem, and its potential uses including payments, trading, and DeFi applications
Philippine Central Bank Approves Peso-Pegged Stablecoin for Faster Remittances
13.5.2024
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, the central bank of the Philippines, has approved PHPC, a stablecoin pegged to the Philippine peso, aimed at facilitating cost-effective remittances. Crypto exchange Coins.ph, the stablecoin issuer, plans to attract 20,000 to 30,000 users in the first month....
Philippines Regulator to Unveil Cryptocurrency Regulatory Framework in Second Half of 2024
7.5.2024
Emilio B. Aquino, chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Commission in the Philippines, announced plans to introduce a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency in the latter half of 2024. Aquino expressed optimism that tech giants Apple and Google will promptly comply with the SEC’s request...
Philippines Securities Regulator Set to Unveil Cryptocurrency Guidelines in Second Half
6.5.2024
The Philippines' securities regulator is set to unveil a regulatory framework for crypto assets and trading by the latter half of 2024.
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Binance sued in Canada, CZ could serve 36 months in prison: Law Decoded
29.4.2024
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is under legal pressure in Canada and the Philippines, while U.S. prosecutors are demanding 36 months in prison for Changpeng Zhao
Filipinos face higher fees after Binance ban
29.4.2024
Jay Ricky Villarante, the CEO of Moneybees, said that the decision to ban Binance reflects the importance of regulatory compliance and oversight in the industry
Philippines Traders Fair 2024: Where ambition and expertise unite
26.4.2024
Get ready for an eye-opening event as the Philippines Traders Fair 2024 unfolds on 25 May 2024, at the Edsa Shangri-La, Manila. Beyond just your usual fair, this gathering is a place where industry leaders, traders, investors, and finance enthusiasts come together. Expect a day packed with valuable...
Philippines Securities Regulator Requests Apple and Google to Remove Binance Apps
24.4.2024
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of the Philippines has requested that tech giants Apple and Google remove Binance apps from their respective app stores. The SEC chairman stated that the blockade on Binance, coupled with the removal of its app, curbs the further spread of its unlawful...
Binance Faces Removal from Google, Apple App Stores in Philippines
23.4.2024
The Philippines’ Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is working to remove Binance-linked applications from app marketplaces. Apple and Google received separate requests to remove the apps from their stores.
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Philippines Are Left Without Withdrawal Options as SEC Blocks Binance
8.4.2024
Philippines crypto users are unable to withdraw their funds after the country's Securities and Exchange Commission blocked Binance.
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