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IMF Says CBDCs Could Boost Middle East's Financial Inclusion, Payment Efficiency
Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) may not be essential to achieving intended policy goals, instead addressing underlying constraints and improving other digital payment systems may be a more practical alternative, a survey of 19 central banks in the Middle East and Central Asia (ME&CA) region by the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) has said. дальше »
2024-6-20 10:21
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Hong Kong securities regulator updates crypto policies, citing market developments
The notice came more than a month after over a thousand users reported losses from the JPEX crypto exchange.
дальше »2023-10-21 19:24
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Asian and European stocks rally amid a wave of risk appetite
Asian and European stocks registered a bullish surge on Tuesday owing to the Fed’s hawkish outlook on interest rates.
дальше »2023-10-11 18:18
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Uzbekistan permits two banks to issue crypto cards
Kapital Bank and Ravnaq Bank got approval from the National Agency for Perspective Projects to participate in the digital sandbox of crypto regulation. дальше »
2023-8-16 11:13
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Circle CEO: 70% of USDC adoption comes from outside the US
Major stablecoin issuers Tether and Circle are focusing on markets outside the United States, where adoption is growing.
дальше »2023-8-8 07:50
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Kuwait bans crypto and virtual asset transactions
Kuwait’s Capital Markets Authority has officially confirmed the commitment to “absolute prohibition” of virtually all crypto operations in the country. дальше »
2023-7-21 10:16
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Crypto VC is struggling only from a North American perspective — Animoca Brands CEO
Speaking with Cointelegraph at the Collision conference in Toronto, crypto veteran Yat Siu outlined how crypto firms can cope with unique environments, stressing that it is not “as bad as it sounds.” дальше »
2023-7-1 22:30
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Limited generative AI usage to be allowed in Japanese schools
The Japanese Ministry of Education plans to allow limited use of generative AI, like ChatGPT, in elementary, junior high and high schools across the country. дальше »
2023-6-22 16:37
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Bitcoin Is Becoming A Lifeline For Political Dissidents In Myanmar
Following a military coup in 2021, resistance groups in Myanmar are in need of an alternative financial solution like Bitcoin. дальше »
2023-6-9 15:00
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Binance kicks off transition to new platform in Japan
The move follows the acquisition of the regulated crypto exchange Sakura Exchange Bitcoin in November 2022.
дальше »2023-5-28 20:08
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Bitdeer to Raise $500M for Bhutan Crypto Mining Operations in Deal With Government
Bitdeer said the agreement marks "a crucial expansion into Asia" and expects fundraising efforts to commence this month. дальше »
2023-5-3 11:48
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Conflux proposes deploying Uniswap v3, setting up $2M liquidity pool for CFX pairs
Following the expiration of the Uniswap v3 code license on April 1, Conflux seeks to deploy the decentralized crypto trading protocol on its network. дальше »
2023-4-8 22:45
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Neutronpay And BitcoinVN To Host Lightningcon Vietnam, Asia’s First Bitcoin And Lightning Conference
In March, Bitcoin and Lightning builders and developers will congregate at a beachside resort in Da Nang, Vietnam. дальше »
2023-3-9 00:39
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Bitcoin’s big month: Did US institutions prevail over Asian retail traders?
There may be no single reason for BTC’s 39% January price gain, but some suspect institutional investors. Can their impact be quantified, though? дальше »
2023-2-4 17:01
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Amber Group raises $300M to recover from FTX contagion
The new funding from Fenbushi aims to help Amber address some of the “significant drawdowns” as an aftermath of the FTX default.
дальше »2022-12-17 12:59
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Japanese regulators loosen crypto laws and make it easier to list coins
The Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association says it plans to make it easier for authorized exchanges to list digital currencies by loosening the screening process. дальше »
2022-10-19 14:44
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Kazakhstan grants Binance permanent license to offer digital asset services
The AIFC Financial Services Authority in Kazakhstan granted Binance a permanent license to manage a digital asset platform and provide custody services in the country. дальше »
2022-10-6 14:10
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Exiled Myanmar democratic leaders want to issue CBDC to fund the revolution
The National Unity Government is considering using the country’s frozen reserves as a backing for the digital currency.
дальше »2022-9-7 12:33
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Breaking: Zipmex suspends withdrawals as CEO denies financial trouble rumors
The CEO of Thai crypto exchange Zipmex denied rumors of financial trouble just moments before the group announced it would pause withdrawals on the platform. дальше »
2022-7-20 13:44
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Opera Crypto Browser integrates Coin98 to bolster Web3 accessibility in Southeast Asia
Opera's Crypto Browser will allow users to access Coin98's collection of multichain NFTs, DEXs, cross-chain bridges, asset swaps and the ability to stake and lend their crypto. дальше »
2022-7-8 16:54
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Uzbekistan warms up to Bitcoin mining, but there’s a catch
The executive order spares all the mined assets from taxation and bans mining anonymous currencies.
дальше »2022-6-29 12:17
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Samsung Asset Management to launch blockchain ETF in Hong Kong
Samsung Asset Management acquired a 20% equity stake in the U.S. ETF provider Amplify Holding Company in March 2022.
дальше »2022-6-11 12:37
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Bitcoin’s recent gains have traders calling a bottom, but various metrics remain bearish
The total crypto market capitalization recovered roughly 5%, but a variety of trading metrics show investors are skeptical about the rally being a trend change. дальше »
2022-5-31 21:15
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Bitcoin and Ethereum had a rough week, but derivatives data reveals a silver lining
BTC, ETH and altcoin prices were crushed this week, but the futures funding rate shows retail traders are not ready to become permabears. дальше »
2022-5-14 23:30
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Is China’s apprehension to ban NFTs a hopeful sign for investors?
China’s mixed signals regarding its local NFT industry have investors confused about where the local market may be headed.
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Crypto market selling pressure remains Asia dominated: Glassnode
Investors based in Asia have generally been sellers while those in the U.S. and EU have been buyers for the past two years — with only one short exception. дальше »
2022-3-22 07:03
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Binance back in Malaysia via a strategic stake in regulated digital exchange
Binance has forged an array of new partnerships with regulated firms, especially in countries where it has found it difficult to get regulatory approval. дальше »
2022-3-2 15:37
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Laos Expected To Earn $190 Million From Bitcoin Mining In 2022
The government reportedly plans on employing the new revenue stream's profits on "priority" programs. дальше »
2021-11-3 19:35
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DBS Private Launches Asia's First Bank-Backed Bitcoin Trust Services
DBS Private Bank has launched a bank-backed trust to manage bitcoin for clients, the first such product in Asia. дальше »
2021-5-15 22:54
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Singapore’s biggest bank launches crypto trust solution
After posting tenfold crypto volume growth in Q1 2021, DBS Private Bank is expanding its crypto services with a new trust solution. дальше »
2021-5-14 12:06
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Uzbek presidential agency proposes legalizing domestic crypto trading
Uzbekistan wants to lift its ban on cryptocurrency purchases after barring residents from buying crypto in 2019.
дальше »2021-5-1 11:47
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Fidelity doubles down on Hong Kong crypto operator
The mutual fund giant now owns 6.29% of BC Technology Group following the latest cash injection.
дальше »2021-1-12 19:31
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OKEx founder reportedly under investigation as exchange suspends withdrawals
OKEx founder Star Xu was reportedly questioned by police a week ago.
дальше »2020-10-18 13:07
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Algorand’s new accelerator program in Europe to invest up to $500K
Algorand taps Europe as the second region for its blockchain accelerator program after Asia.
дальше »2020-10-16 08:55
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XRP Isn’t Competing With Stablecoins and CBDCs, Says Ripple Exec
XRP contributes to the development of CBDCs and stablecoins, says key exec.
дальше »2020-8-19 14:08
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The Pandemic Is Prompting Asian Countries to Adopt Blockchain
Asian countries have found ways to use blockchain amid the pandemic.
дальше »2020-8-18 02:00
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The Pandemic is Prompting Asian Countries to Adopt Blockchain
Asian countries have found ways to use blockchain amid the pandemic.
дальше »2020-8-17 02:00
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North American Investors Vastly Favor Bitcoin Over Other Cryptocurrencies
North America-based institutional investors tend to buy and hold cryptocurrency more than those based in East Asia, according to Chainalysis. дальше »
2020-8-7 00:09
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SBI Ripple Asia CEO Expects Greater ODL Expansion into Asia by 2021
According to CEO Adam Traidman, SBI Ripple Asia is conducting trial and pilot projects in Asia for Ripple’s On-Demand Liquidity.
дальше »2020-6-23 08:58
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Blockchain Tech May Soon Fuel Medical Tourism in South Korea
A consortium aims to strengthen medical tourism in South Korea by launching a blockchain-powered platform.
дальше »2020-6-20 03:00
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Chinese Officials Support Renewable Energy-Powered Cryptocurrency Mining
The Chinese city of Ya’an plans to encourage local mining operations powered by its hydroelectric electricity generation facilities
дальше »2020-4-29 20:43
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EY Japan to Fight Counterfeit Sake With Blockchain
EY Japan is launching a blockchain platform to limit the impact of counterfeit sake on the country’s export industry
дальше »2020-3-22 13:07
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Bank of Japan Official Calls for Deeper Understanding of Digital Currencies
Advanced economies should focus on addressing money laundering and oversight instead of issuing digital currencies, says a Bank of Japan official
дальше »2020-2-28 12:27
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Crypto Accused of Facilitating Illegal Gambling — What Are the Odds?
Crypto has continued to attract a lot of negative attention for its increasing popularity within the global illegal gambling market
дальше »2020-2-20 15:35
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Thai Stellar-Based Startup Lightnet Raises $31M to Replace SWIFT
Thai blockchain startup Lightnet raises $31 million to replace “inefficient” payments like SWIFT in Southeast Asian countries
дальше »2020-1-11 23:55
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China’s Central Bank Completes Top-Later Design and Joint Tests of Planned CBDC
People’s Bank of China has announced the realization of the top-layer design and joint testing of the planned digital yuan
дальше »2020-1-11 18:02
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China’s Crackdown on Cryptocurrency Trading: A 2019 Recap
A brief overview of China’s war on cryptocurrency trading which started in 2017, and where is it at in 2019
дальше »2019-12-30 12:05
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Bithumb Crypto Exchange Reportedly Considers Litigating $68.9M Tax Bill
South Korean cryptocurrency exchange considers litigation after the local tax authority imposed a $68.9 million tax bill on it
дальше »2019-12-29 16:02
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Canaan's New 5-Nanometer Chips to Escalate ASIC Arms Race With Bitmain
Chinese mining ASIC producer Canaan plans to roll out machines based on 5-nanometer chips in Q1 2020
дальше »2019-12-27 21:22
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Japanese Financial Services Firm Invests in Crypto Exchange Huobi Japan
Tokai Tokyo Financial Holdings to invest nearly $4.6 million in crypto exchange Huobi Japan
дальше »2019-12-27 13:47
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