Categories: ASIA
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'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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North Korea-linked theft and poor key security dominate Web3 losses: Hacken
In a recent report, Hacken revealed that losses in the Web3 sector have escalated to nearly $4 billion in 2025. A significant portion of these losses has been attributed to cyber…
12/30/2025 2 min read
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China lets banks pay interest on digital yuan wallets from January 2026
China's central bank has announced a significant policy shift regarding its digital yuan initiative. Starting January 1, 2026, banks in China will be permitted to pay interest on…
12/29/2025 2 min read
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China to let banks pay interest on digital yuan wallets from January 2026
China's central bank has announced a significant policy change regarding the digital yuan, also known as e-CNY. Starting January 1, 2026, banks in China will be permitted to pay…
12/30/2025 2 min read
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Crypto exchange Bybit to restrict access for Japanese users as regulatory pressure mounts
Bybit, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has decided to restrict access for users located in Japan. This move follows a recent trend of increased regulatory scrutiny within…
12/23/2025 2 min read
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Hong Kong Plans New Crypto, Infrastructure Rules for Insurers
The Hong Kong Insurance Authority has announced a proposal that aims to introduce a new set of regulations allowing insurance companies to invest in cryptocurrencies and…
12/22/2025 3 min read
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What Malaysia’s royal stablecoin reveals about Asia’s shift to tokenized money
Malaysia’s introduction of the RMJDT stablecoin illustrates a significant movement in Asia towards the integration of stablecoins into regulated financial systems. This…
12/19/2025 3 min read
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North Korean Hackers Have Stolen $2 Billion in Crypto This Year: Report
In a significant development in the world of cryptocurrency security, attackers from North Korea have reportedly stolen over $2 billion in cryptocurrency this year. This…
12/18/2025 2 min read
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Singapore Entrepreneur Loses Entire Crypto Portfolio After Downloading Fake Game
A Singapore entrepreneur, Mark Koh, has suffered a significant loss of his entire cryptocurrency portfolio due to a malware incident. The malware was downloaded after he…
12/17/2025 2 min read
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SBI, Startale to launch regulated yen stablecoin for global settlement
SBI and Startale are set to launch a regulated yen stablecoin as part of their initiative to connect Japan to on-chain finance and facilitate cross-border tokenized asset flows.…
12/16/2025 2 min read
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Japan’s SBI and Startale plan regulated yen stablecoin in 2026 under new framework
SBI Holdings and Startale have announced their intention to develop a regulated yen stablecoin in collaboration with Shinsei Trust. This initiative is set to facilitate the…
12/16/2025 2 min read
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