Categories: ASIA
South Korea Arrests Man for a Fake AI Wolf Photo That Raised Alarms
A recent incident in South Korea has drawn attention to the potential consequences of misinformation in the digital age. A man created a fake AI-generated image of a wolf named…
4/25/2026 2 min read
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Asia Is Rewiring Finance As Institutions Move Onchain
Recent insights from John Cahill, the Chief Operating Officer of Galaxy Digital Asia-Pacific, indicate a significant shift in the financial landscape as institutional capital…
4/21/2026 2 min read
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North Korea’s crypto heist playbook is expanding and DeFi keeps getting hit
Recent exploits in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector have revealed an alarming trend, with over $500 million reportedly stolen across two significant incidents involving…
4/21/2026 2 min read
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Nomura study says 65% of institutional investors see crypto as a vital portfolio diversifier
A recent survey conducted by Nomura and Laser Digital indicates a positive shift in sentiment among institutional investors regarding cryptocurrencies. The study highlights that…
4/20/2026 2 min read
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Crypto attorney says Drift incident may qualify as 'civil negligence'
The recent incident involving the Drift Protocol has raised significant concerns within the cryptocurrency community. A notable attack resulted in the loss of $280 million, with…
4/6/2026 2 min read
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Stablecoin payments go 'invisible' in Southeast Asia as crypto card business surges
StraitsX, a company based in Singapore, has reported significant growth in its stablecoin card program. The company has experienced a 40-fold increase in transaction volume and…
3/30/2026 2 min read
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Japan’s Crypto Revolution: Speculative Bets To Institutional Backbones
Japan's approach to blockchain technology is evolving. An industry veteran has highlighted a significant shift in the country's perspective, emphasizing the transition from…
3/13/2026 2 min read
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PayPay, 40% owner of Binance Japan, seeks up to $1.1 billion in Nasdaq IPO
PayPay, a payments firm with significant backing from SoftBank, is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) on the Nasdaq. The company aims to raise up to $1.1 billion and…
3/3/2026 2 min read
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Crypto infrastructure company BitGo named issuer for FYUSD stablecoin
BitGo, a prominent player in the crypto infrastructure sector, has been appointed as the issuer for a new stablecoin known as FYUSD. This stablecoin is designed with a specific…
2/23/2026 2 min read
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Japan's SBI to issue 10 billion yen onchain bond with XRP rewards for retail investors
SBI Group, a prominent financial services company in Japan, is set to issue on-chain bonds worth 10 billion yen. These bonds, known as the SBI START Bonds, will feature a fixed…
2/22/2026 2 min read
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South Korea’s Hanwha makes a $13 million bet on ‘seedless’ crypto wallets
Hanwha, a prominent South Korean financial firm, has made a significant investment in a U.S.-based blockchain company, committing $13 million. This strategic move aims to enhance…
2/19/2026 3 min read
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Hong Kong is trying to build up its crypto regulations: State of Crypto
Hong Kong is making strides to enhance its regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. Recent announcements from various leaders in the region indicate a concerted effort to…
2/16/2026 2 min read
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