Tags: #ASIA
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
ASIA #ASIA #BUSINESS #ZRX
Bitcoin Faces Familiar Crossroads As Midterm Cycle Turns Bearish: Analyst
Bitcoin is currently facing significant market pressures as it approaches a critical juncture. Analysts are observing a potential bear flag pattern on price charts, which could…
3/29/2026 3 min read
BTC #ASIA #BTC #MARKET
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
ASIA #ASIA #BLOCKCHAIN #FORBES DIGITAL ASSETS
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
ASIA #ASIA #EXCHANGE #BNB
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
ASIA #ASIA #BUSINESS
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
ASIA #ASIA #BLOCKCHAIN #BUSINESS
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
ASIA #ASIA #BLOCKCHAIN #BUSINESS
XRP Ledger Positioned At The Heart Of Japan’s Next Financial Transformation
Japan is positioning itself as a leader in next-generation finance with a focus on blockchain technology, particularly the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The country's strong regulatory…
2/17/2026 3 min read
MARKET #ASIA #MARKET #WALLET
Hong Kong regulator adds Victory Fintech to list of approved trading platforms
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has officially added Victory Fintech to its list of approved trading platforms. This marks a significant milestone as it…
2/17/2026 2 min read
TRADING #ASIA #TRADING
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
ASIA #ASIA #POLICY #NEWSLETTERS
All social program benefits can be distributed onchain: Compliance exec
Recent discussions in Hong Kong, Thailand, and the Marshall Islands have highlighted a significant shift towards the integration of blockchain technology in public…
2/14/2026 2 min read
ASIA #ASIA
State-Sponsored Hackers Using Popular AI Tools Including Gemini, Google Warns
A recent report from Google AI Threat Tracker reveals that state-sponsored hackers from North Korea, Iran, and Russia are increasingly utilizing popular artificial intelligence…
2/13/2026 2 min read
ASIA #ASIA #BUSINESS