Jihan Wu-backed crypto custodian Cactus Custody passes security audit by Deloitte

Crypto custodian Cactus Custody has completed SOC 2 Type II audit by Deloitte to meet security standards across APAC. Asia’s cryptocurrency custodian Cactus Custody founded by Jihan Wu has completed the SOC 2 Type II compliance review conducted by Deloitte to… дальше »

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Japanese MicroStrategy Becomes One of Largest Corporate Bitcoin Holders in Asia

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India mulls new crypto ban to support CBDC, Lazarus Group strikes again: Asia Express

India considers new ban on crypto to support the digital rupee, and North Korean hackers are suspected to be behind two recent attacks. дальше »

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Vietnam announces blockchain strategy, aims to lead Asia by 2030

Vietnam’s government launched its National Blockchain Strategy, targeting legal frameworks, infrastructure, and innovation to boost its blockchain ecosystem by 2030. Vietnam officially launched its National Blockchain Strategy on October 22, aiming to become a leader in blockchain technology across Asia… дальше »

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Malaysian regulated crypto exchange Hata nabs $4.2m in seed funding for Asia expansion

Cryptocurrency exchange Hata.io has raised $4.2 million in seed funding to expand its crypto offerings and user base across the Asia Pacific region. Malaysian crypto exchange Hata has secured $4.2 million in a seed funding round led by Castle Island… дальше »

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Nomura-backed Komainu buys Singaporean custodian Propine to branch into Asia

Komainu, a crypto custodian provider backed by Nomura Group, completed their first acquisition by buying Singaporean rival custodian Propine Holdings. According to an Oct. 22 Bloomberg report, Japanese Nomura-backed crypto custodian firm Komainu’s Propine purchase is still awaiting approval from… дальше »

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India overtakes traditional hubs to lead global crypto adoption

India became the global leader in cryptocurrency adoption, surpassing traditional hubs, despite its challenging regulatory environment. This development reflected a growing trend in Asia, with The post India overtakes traditional hubs to lead global crypto adoption appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Asia's Elite Embrace Crypto, Foresee Bitcoin at $100K by Year-End

Asian Private Wealth Managers Embrace Crypto, Some Foresee Bitcoin at $100 By Year-End дальше »

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Crypto Scandal Erupts: Ex-Philippine Mayor Implicated In $30 Million Fraud And Laundering

Have crypto fraudsters infiltrated the local government in Asia? It seems the answer is yes as information linking a former Philippine mayor to a crypto scam group operating in Asia surfaced. This is an indicator of the growing concern about crypto scam rings in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, which might have gained a foothold […] дальше »

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Mastering Dollar Volatility: Key Strategies for Traders in Asia and India from Octa Broker

The U. S. dollar’s dominance in global trade and finance is unparalleled. Around 88% of all foreign exchange transactions involve the U. S. dollar, solidifying its position as the backbone of international markets. дальше »

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Deepfake AI Enables $46 Million Crypto Romance Scam Targeting Asian Men

Hong Kong police uncovered a $46 million deepfake crypto romance scam, exploiting AI to trick victims into investing in fake cryptocurrencies. 27 suspects were arrested for targeting men across Asia. дальше »

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Metaplanet stock soars 15% after firm scoops another 106 BTC

Metaplanet's strategic Bitcoin accumulation could enhance its market influence and position it as a leading crypto asset holder in Asia. The post Metaplanet stock soars 15% after firm scoops another 106 BTC appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Metaplanet Races to Become Asia’s Largest Bitcoin Holder With Latest 108 BTC Acquisition

Metaplanet accelerates its Bitcoin accumulation in October, acquiring over 215 BTC as part of its Bitcoin-first strategy. дальше »

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Plus Token’s $1.3B ETH could be sold, ‘Crypto King’ arrested: Asia Express

New analysis suggests $1.3B of ETH from Plus Token Ponzi could be headed to exchanges; Upbit monopoly sparks bank run fears. Asia Express. дальше »

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Asian Bitcoiners Are Profit Maximalists

As someone who's lived in both Asia and the West, I've noticed clear differences in how each views Bitcoin - with Asia as profit maximalists and the West being more philosophically driven. дальше »

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‘Asia’s Microstrategy’ Metaplanet Adds Another $7 Million To Its Bitcoin Treasury, Taking Holdings To Over $40 Million

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UN Agency Recommends Criminalization of Unlicensed VASPs in Southeast Asia to Counter Cyber Fraud

Some service providers are facilitating transactions for fraud outfits and high-risk gambling sites, the report said. дальше »

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Hong Kong gears up to approve more crypto exchanges in 2024

Hong Kong aims to approve additional crypto exchange licenses by year-end, strengthening its regulatory framework. This move positions Hong Kong as a leading crypto hub in Asia, potentially infThe post Hong Kong gears up to approve more crypto exchanges in 2024 appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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“Asia’s MicroStrategy” Metaplanet Increases Bitcoin Holdings With $6.7M BTC Purchase

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has added another 108. 78 Bitcoin (BTC) to its existing holdings, bringing its total reserves to over 639 BTC. Metaplanet Unfazed By Bitcoin Price Movement In an announcement made on October 7, 2024, Tokyo-based Metaplanet revealed that it had purchased an additional $6. дальше »

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UN report: Telegram is a hub for crypto fraud and money laundering

Powerful crime syndicates in Southeast Asia are using the messaging app Telegram to conduct large-scale illicit activities, according to a new report by the United Nations Office for Drugs and Crime (UNODC). дальше »

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UN report highlights cybercrime surge in Southeast Asia, Telegram's role

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime continues its series on organized crime in Southeast Asia and focuses on Telegram this time.  дальше »

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UN: Telegram is a hotspot for crypto fraud and laundering

A recent United Nations report showed that criminal networks in Southeast Asia are increasingly using the messaging app Telegram to facilitate illicit activities, ranging from trading hacked data to laundering money through unlicensed cryptocurrency exchanges.  The UN Office for Drugs… дальше »

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Worldcoin shifts focus from Europe to Asia amid GDPR challenges

Worldcoin is shifting its focus from Europe to Asia, seeking markets more receptive to its biometric technology. Worldcoin, the crypto biometrics initiative co-founded by Sam Altman, is shifting its focus from Europe to Asia in search of markets that are… дальше »

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Swift to begin trials for digital asset transactions across global network in 2025

SWIFT, the global bank messaging network, announced that banks across North America, Europe, and Asia will begin live trials of digital assets and currency transactions over its network starting next year, according to an Oct. дальше »

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US citizen files lawsuit over pig butchering crypto scam

A US citizen has filed a lawsuit over losing $2.1 million in Bitcoin tokens due to what he believes to be a pig butchering scam orchestrated by a crime syndicate in Southeast Asia. According to a release on Oct. 3,… дальше »

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Thousands of Indians trapped in Southeast Asia’s crypto fraud rings

Indians are being lured with fake job offers promising high salaries, only to be trapped in Southeast Asia’s cyber slavery and cryptocurrency fraud rings. According to reports from local media, tens of thousands of Indian nationals are trapped as cyber… дальше »

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Fenbushi Capital sells $5.14m in crypto assets at a loss

Fenbushi Capital, Asia’s first blockchain-focused venture capital investment firm, has incurred losses after selling several cryptocurrencies. On Oct. 1, Lookonchain shared on-chain details showing that Fenbushi Capital had recently faced losses of up to 90% in some coins. The platform… дальше »

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First Mover Americas: BTC Is Little Changed Following Muted Asia Trading

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 1 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. дальше »

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Binance granted full Digital Asset Trading License in Kazakhstan

Binance Kazakhstan has secured a full DATF license from AFSA for digital assets. The license allows trading, brokerage, and custody services in Central Asia. The crypto exchange underwent rigorous audits and ISO certifications to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. дальше »

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Japanese Company Buys Millions of BTC and Altcoins, China Prepares to Study Crypto – Will Asia Propel the Bitcoin Bull Run?

Buying millions in Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and Avalanche (AVAX) as part of a strategic investment, Japanese listed business Remixpoint has made a noteworthy movement in the crypto market. дальше »

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Asia & MENA Crypto Roundup: Dubai’s New Ads Rule, Worldcoin Fined $800,000 in Korea, and More

This week, the crypto industry in Asia and MENA saw Dubai introduce stricter crypto ads rules, while South Korea fined Worldcoin $800,000 for data privacy breaches. The post Asia & MENA Crypto Roundup: Dubai’s New Ads Rule, Worldcoin Fined $800,000 in Korea, and More appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Worldcoin fined again! Crypto store clerk runs off with $500K cash: Asia Express

Worldcoin fined over privacy rules in South Korea, Hong Kong crypto trading store clerk scarpers with customer’s $500K in cash: Asia Express. дальше »

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Wiki Finance Expo Dubai 2024 will be held on Nov 27th!

FinTech, Forex, Crypto, Web 3. 0, Metaverse, ESG and AI Will Be in Focus. Taking place on Nov 27, 2024, Wiki Finance Expo Dubai 2024 is one of the largest and most influential FinTech and Web3. 0 events in Asia in 2024. дальше »

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Stablecoins Will Drive Institutional Adoption in Asia: Chainalysis CEO

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. дальше »

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Aptos partners with Ignition AI Accelerator to boost APAC AI startups

Aptos Foundation has announced a partnership with Ignition AI Accelerator, an Nvidia-backed initiative aimed at accelerating the growth of artificial intelligence-focused startups in Asia. The collaboration brings together Aptos Foundation and the NVIDIA, Tribe, and Digital Industry Singapore-backed AI Ignition… дальше »

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Chinese Tether laundromat, Bhutan enjoys recent Bitcoin boost: Asia Express

Tether launderers sentenced as Bhutan’s Bitcoin hodling places it as the fourth largest among governments: Asia Express.

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Qubetics Steals the Limelight at Token2049 in Singapore and Captures Global Attention in Blockchain

Leaders and innovators from the blockchain and crypto space recently gathered in Singapore for the prestigious Token2049 event. As one of Asia’s leading blockchain conferences, Token2049 serves as a key stage for major announcements, groundbreaking projects, and discussions shaping the future of decentralised technology. дальше »

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Tether invests $1.5 million in Sorted Wallet

Tether announced its $1. 5 million strategic investment in Sorted Wallet on Sept. 19. Sorted Wallet will tap into this investment to expand its services across Africa and Southeast Asia. Tether is the company behind leading stablecoin USDT. дальше »

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Blockchain adoption in Asia Pacific will expand into SMEs — Blockdaemon

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

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Institutional players drive crypto adoption in South Korea, Hong Kong — Chainalysis

Eastern Asia has emerged as the sixth largest crypto economy globally, largely driven by institutional activity in South Korea and Hong Kong, according to a Sept. 18 report by Chainalysis. The region accounted for 8. дальше »

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Singaporean Bank Leads Asia With First Of Its Kind Crypto Options

By being the first Asian bank providing over-the-counter (OTC) crypto options and structured notes, Singapore’s DBS Bank is creating waves in the financial industry. Originally scheduled for Q4 2024, these products will mostly target institutional investors and accredited wealth clients, giving them more investment options connected to significant cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Related Reading: […] дальше »

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DBS to launch Bitcoin and Ethereum options trading for institutional clients

DBS's move could accelerate institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies in Asia, enhancing Bitcoin's legitimacy as an asset class. The post DBS to launch Bitcoin and Ethereum options trading for institutional clients appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Singapore’s crypto exchange Tokenize secures funding from Animoca Brands for its blockchain

Crypto exchange Tokenize Xchange secured funding from Animoca Brands to launch its own blockchain network dubbed “Titan Chain.” Southeast Asia’s cryptocurrency exchange Tokenize Xchange — also known as Tokenize — has secured a major boost for its Titan Chain blockchain… дальше »

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Worldcoin integrates World ID on Solana using a Wormhole bridge

Worldcoin integrates World ID on Solana via Wormhole’s new cross-chain bridge. The integration enables privacy-focused DApp authentication across blockchains. Worldcoin has seen rapid growth, expanding to Austria and Southeast Asia. дальше »

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CSAO region becomes global crypto hub with India, Singapore, and Indonesia leading the charge – Chainalysis

The Central and Southern Asia and Oceania (CSAO) region accounted for $750 billion in crypto inflows between July 2023 and June 2024, making it one of the largest crypto markets globally. According to Chainalysis’ 2024 Geography of Cryptocurrency report, the region represents 16. дальше »

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Chainalysis: Украина и РФ вошли в топ-10 стран по принятию криптовалют

Украина и Россия оказались на шестом и седьмом месте соответственно в глобальном индексе принятия криптовалют за 2024 год от аналитической компании Chainalysis. Our 2024 Global Crypto Adoption Index is here! The top 10 countries spanned 5 continents, but Central & Southern Asia and Oceania (CSAO) dominated the list. дальше »

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‘Asia’s MicroStrategy’ Metaplanet Tops Up Bitcoin Portfolio With $2 Million Worth Of BTC

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HashKey Group Becomes the First Strategic Partner after Kaia's Rebranding Supercharging Web3 Adoption

HashKey Group ("HashKey"), a leading end-to-end digital asset financial services group in Asia, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with KAIA (formerly known as Klaytn), a prominent blockchThe post HashKey Group Becomes the First Strategic Partner after Kaia's Rebranding Supercharging Web3 Adoption appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Ripple climbs 4%, partners with Futureverse and Yonsei University to boost XRPL in Asia

Ripple has announced new strategic partnerships in South Korea and Japan to strengthen crypto infrastructure for institutional adoption, according to a Sept. 3 post on social media platform X. Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated that the moves would enhance XRP Ledger’s (XRPL) programmability and show how crypto-native companies like Futureverse are increasingly adopting the firm’s […] The post Ripple climbs 4%, partners with Futureverse and Yonsei University to boost XRPL in Asia appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Kroma Secures Series A Funding from Prominent Investors

Kroma, a prominent Layer 2 blockchain solution provider, has successfully completed its Series A funding round and publicly announced the participation of a diverse group of investors. The round secured backing from Asia Advisors Korea, Gate Ventures, ICC Venture, Planetarium, Presto, RFD Capital, Taisu Ventures, The Spartan Group, Waterdrip Capital, and other additional partners have […] The post Kroma Secures Series A Funding from Prominent Investors appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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