Tags: #ASIA

Stablecoin payments go 'invisible' in Southeast Asia as crypto card business surges

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 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 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, 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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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