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South Korea Tightens Crypto Access as Google Play Blocks Unregistered Exchanges

South Korea Tightens Crypto Access as Google Play Blocks Unregistered Exchanges

South Korea is tightening its regulations surrounding cryptocurrency access as a result of a new app store crackdown. This development coincides with lawmakers in the country…

1/16/2026 3 min read

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Crypto exchanges face ban in South Korea as Google Play updates rules

Crypto exchanges face ban in South Korea as Google Play updates rules

Recent updates from Google have introduced new compliance requirements for cryptocurrency applications available on the Google Play store. This change is particularly significant…

1/16/2026 3 min read

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Democrats Blast SEC Over Crypto Retreat, Justin Sun’s Alleged China Ties

Democrats Blast SEC Over Crypto Retreat, Justin Sun’s Alleged China Ties

House Democrats have raised concerns regarding the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) approach to regulating cryptocurrency firms. They have specifically criticized the…

1/16/2026 3 min read

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Stablecoin platform VelaFi secures $20M to scale cross-border settlement rails

Stablecoin platform VelaFi secures $20M to scale cross-border settlement rails

VelaFi, a stablecoin platform, has successfully secured funding amounting to $20 million. This financial backing is intended to enhance the company's capabilities in providing…

1/12/2026 2 min read

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VelaFi raises $20 million in Series B to expand stablecoin payments infrastructure

VelaFi raises $20 million in Series B to expand stablecoin payments infrastructure

VelaFi, a company based in Latin America, has successfully secured $20 million in a Series B funding round. This financing aims to bolster the company's infrastructure for…

1/12/2026 2 min read

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South Korea to lift ban on corporate crypto investment: Report

South Korea to lift ban on corporate crypto investment: Report

South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) has reportedly announced new guidelines that will permit listed companies to invest in cryptocurrencies. This significant policy…

1/12/2026 2 min read

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China’s interest-bearing digital yuan piles pressure on US stablecoin rules

China’s interest-bearing digital yuan piles pressure on US stablecoin rules

China's recent decision to implement interest payments on its digital yuan has raised significant concerns regarding the competitiveness of US stablecoins. This development…

1/8/2026 3 min read

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GENIUS Act changes would be a ‘national security trap’: Crypto execs

GENIUS Act changes would be a ‘national security trap’: Crypto execs

Recent discussions surrounding the GENIUS Act have raised concerns among crypto executives, particularly regarding the potential implications of banning yield on stablecoins.…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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China’s financial associations reclassify RWAs as ‘risky‘: Report

China’s financial associations reclassify RWAs as ‘risky‘: Report

Recent developments in China's financial regulatory landscape have led to a significant policy change regarding Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization. According to a report by Wu…

1/5/2026 3 min read

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Emerge’s Top 10 WTF AI Moments of 2025

Emerge’s Top 10 WTF AI Moments of 2025

The year 2025 marked a significant turning point for artificial intelligence, as numerous incidents showcased the technology's unpredictable nature. From bizarre AI behaviors to…

12/31/2025 2 min read

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Coinbase exec warns Senate stablecoin misstep could hand China a global edge

Coinbase exec warns Senate stablecoin misstep could hand China a global edge

A Coinbase executive has expressed concerns regarding potential modifications to the GENIUS Act, warning that such changes could undermine the position of US dollar stablecoins…

12/31/2025 2 min read

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South Korea delays crypto bill over stablecoin concerns: Report

South Korea delays crypto bill over stablecoin concerns: Report

South Korea's stablecoin legislation, which is being led by President Lee Jae-myung, has been postponed until 2026. This decision comes in response to significant concerns…

12/30/2025 2 min read

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