Tags: #ASIA
Why China’s Bitcoin mining activity is surging again after a 4-year crackdown
Bitcoin mining in China is experiencing a resurgence following a significant crackdown that lasted four years. The shift from dominance to a ban and now to renewed activity…
11/29/2025 1 min read
BTC #ASIA #BTC #MINING
Upbit $30 Million Hack Update: Authorities Link Breach To North Korean Hackers
South Korea's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, is facing regulatory scrutiny following a significant hack that resulted in the unauthorized withdrawal of a substantial…
11/29/2025 2 min read
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Crypto industry pledges over $3M to victims of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades
The crypto industry has come together to support the victims of a catastrophic fire in Hong Kong, which has been described as the city's most devastating in 80 years. This tragic…
11/29/2025 1 min read
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South Korea targets sub-$680 crypto transfers in sweeping AML crackdown
South Korea has initiated a significant overhaul of its anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, targeting cryptocurrency transactions below a specific threshold. This move is…
11/28/2025 1 min read
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Upbit Hack Attributed to North Korea's Lazarus as Seoul Opens Probe: Report
A recent hack of Upbit has been linked to North Korea's Lazarus group, leading to a formal investigation by authorities in Seoul. This incident has raised concerns about the…
11/28/2025 1 min read
SOL #ASIA #EXCHANGE #SOL
Justin Sun Doubles Down on First Digital Trust Fraud Allegations, Urges H.K. Regulators to Act
Justin Sun has reiterated his allegations against First Digital Trust (FDT), claiming that the company has taken advantage of weaknesses in Hong Kong's trust company regulations.…
11/27/2025 1 min read
ASIA #ASIA #REGULATION #TUSD
Korea's Upbit Suspends Deposit And Withdrawal Service After Abnormal Activity in Solana Tokens
Upbit, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has taken the precautionary measure of suspending digital asset withdrawals. This decision follows the detection of abnormal activity…
11/27/2025 1 min read
SOL #ASIA #EXCHANGE #MARKET
Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin's Fragile Rally is Built on Shrinking Liquidity
Recent reports indicate that Bitcoin's current rally may be unsustainable due to decreasing liquidity in the market. Large holders are depositing their assets onto exchanges, and…
11/27/2025 1 min read
BTC #ASIA #BTC #MARKET
South Korea's Top Crypto Exchange to Be Absorbed By Tech Giant in $10.3 Billion Deal
A significant merger is on the horizon in South Korea's crypto landscape, as Dunamu, the owner of Upbit, is set to be absorbed by the payments giant Naver in a deal valued at…
11/26/2025 1 min read
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South Korea stablecoin framework stalls as regulators split over banks’ role
The development of a stablecoin framework in South Korea is facing delays due to disagreements among regulators and the Bank of Korea regarding the role of banks in issuing…
11/26/2025 1 min read
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Japan’s FSA to Mandate Liability Reserves for Crypto Exchanges to Enhance Security
Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) is implementing a new regulation that mandates digital asset exchanges to maintain liability reserves. This initiative aims to enhance the…
11/25/2025 1 min read
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South Korea’s Upbit parent plans US IPO after Naver merger: Report
Dunamu, the parent company of the South Korean crypto exchange Upbit, is reportedly considering a listing on the Nasdaq following its merger with Naver. This potential move could…
11/25/2025 1 min read
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