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Record Covid-19 Cases In Osaka As Universal Studios Japan Limits Visitors
6.4.2021
Today, Osaka posted its highest daily number of covid-19 cases: 719. This is the eighth straight day that covid-19 cases have been increasing in the prefecture. The numbers are also climbing in the surrounding areas.Read more
Singapore authority issues crypto warning after PM falls prey to scammers
6.4.2021
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has issued a warning to crypto investors after the state's prime minister was unwittingly caught up in a fake token scam
Singapore PM tells followers to 'remain vigilant' on crypto after seeing name used to sell tokens
4.4.2021
"I have nothing to do with the platform," said Lee Hsien Loong. "It is misleading and done without my permission."
Non-Fungible Token Sales Begin to Dive, NFT Interest Declines, Finance Author Highlights NFT Oversupply
4.4.2021
Non-fungible token (NFT) assets and collectibles are starting to see sales decline and interest in NFTs is dropping as well. Additionally, it’s being said that an “oversupply of NFTs” may hurt the market, according to James Surowiecki the author of “The Wisdom...
Waves Enterprise expands to Singapore to pursue hybrid blockchain adoption
24.3.2021
Asian markets are much friendlier to enterprise blockchain adoption, says Waves's founder
Bybit appoints new general counsel to lead global cryptocurrency compliance
9.3.2021
Daniel Lim will lead Bybit's legal and compliance team, following an appointment hot on the heels of Bybit's U.K. shutdown
Super Nintendo World Will Finally Open In Japan On March 18
8.3.2021
After repeated delays, Super Nintendo World will open on March 18 at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka.Read more
Report: Florida Super Nintendo World Delayed To 2025
4.3.2021
After being delayed for nearly a year, construction on Universal Orlando’s new theme park, Epic Universe, has resumed. This new park will contain a US version of Super Nintendo World, but it won’t be open until early 2025, two years later than first expected.Read more
Report: Asia’s Cryptocurrency Landscape the Most Active, Most Populous Region ‘Has an Outsize Role’
28.2.2021
Recently, Messari Crypto Researcher, Mira Christanto published a report that looks into Asia’s cryptocurrency landscape in-depth, as 60% of the world’s population resides in the region. Christanto’s study shows that six out of the top ten largest cryptocurrency unicorns...
Why is Bitcoin $86K in Nigeria? Here's why the BTC premium is huge in some countries
26.2.2021
Traders are accustomed to slight price differences between exchanges, but is a 70% gap sustainable?
New $50m Venture Fund Aims to Bridge East-West DeFi Investment Divide
9.2.2021
Spartan Group's fund has raised over $30 million in its first round, with a further $20 million expected to be raised in March or April
Guy Goes On Super Nintendo World's Rides, Films Them
4.2.2021
Universal Studios’ Super Nintendo World was supposed to open in Japan this week before being indefinitely delayed due to the ongoing covid-19 pandemic. That said, folks who recently had a chance to visit the park during a special preview day are apparently still allowed to share footage from their...
Singapore’s SDAX Gets In-Principle Approval to Launch Digital Asset Exchange
1.2.2021
SDAX now has in-principle approval from Singapore's central bank for its Recognized Market Operator license
China, Singapore Look Ahead to CBDC Future at World Economic Forum
28.1.2021
A former deputy governor of the People’s Bank of China compared notes with the chairman of the Monetary Authority of Singapore
Japan Now Has A Super Nintendo World Train
27.1.2021
Starting today, the JR Yumesaki train line in Osaka is covered in Mario and friends to celebrate Super Nintendo World, which was supposed to open February 4. However, it has since been delayed. Again. Read more
Winklevoss’ Gemini pushes presence in Asia, supports Singapore dollar
26.1.2021
Major cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has rolled out support for the Singapore dollar and set up a local office
Gemini Exchange Adds Local Currency, DeFi Tokens in Singapore Expansion
26.1.2021
The exchange has increased the trading options for Singapore users, including several DeFi tokens
Bank of Singapore Says Crypto Could Replace Gold as Store of Value
25.1.2021
Cryptocurrencies need to overcome a number of hurdles first, though, according to a research note
Bank of Singapore Says Cryptocurrencies “Could Replace Gold as a Store of Value” but Unlikely to Displace Fiat Currencies
25.1.2021
A new research note released by the Bank of Singapore (BOS) suggests that cryptocurrencies are more likely to replace gold as a store of value. However, the note says it is unlikely that such digital currencies can replace fiat currencies even as their appeal grows. Inefficient Unit of Exchange...
Singapore Exchange to streamline trading processes with blockchain tech
22.1.2021
Following a successful trial of DLT-based bond issues, SGX forms a dedicated company with investment firm Temasek, to extend and expand use of the tech