Categories: ASIA
South Korea Customs Uncovers $102M Crypto Laundering Scheme
South Korea's customs officials have taken significant action against an alleged cross-border cryptocurrency laundering scheme involving three Chinese nationals. This development…
1/19/2026 2 min read
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Chinese crime ring arrested in South Korea laundered over $100 million worth of crypto
Recent developments in South Korea have brought to light the activities of a Chinese crime ring involved in laundering significant amounts of cryptocurrency. South Korean customs…
1/19/2026 2 min read
ASIA #ASIA #EXCHANGE #FINANCE
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
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
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
ASIA #ASIA #REGULATION #LAW AND ORDER
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, 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
ASIA #ASIA #FINANCE #FUNDRAISING
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 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
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
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
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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