Tags: #ASIA
Maryland Man Sentenced for Helping North Korea Infiltrate U.S. Tech Firms
A Maryland man has been sentenced for his involvement in a scheme that assisted North Korean operatives in infiltrating U.S. technology firms. This operation allowed overseas…
12/5/2025 1 min read
ASIA #ASIA #LAW AND ORDER
Asia Morning Briefing: Crypto’s Next Breakout Will Come From Infrastructure, Not Narratives, Hashed Says
The Korean venture firm Hashed has shared insights on the future of cryptocurrency, emphasizing that the next significant developments will stem from infrastructure rather than…
12/5/2025 1 min read
MARKET #ASIA #BUSINESS #MARKET
First Sovereign Crypto Super-App May Bear a ‘Made in Korea’ Stamp
Naver's acquisition of South Korea's largest crypto exchange has sparked discussions about the potential development of a "super application" on a sovereign level. This move…
12/4/2025 1 min read
TRADING #ASIA #EXCHANGE #TRADING
Taiwan eyes 2026 stablecoin launch as crypto legislation advances: Report
Taiwan is considering the launch of a stablecoin that may be pegged to either the country's dollar or the US dollar. This initiative is linked to the advancement of related…
12/3/2025 1 min read
MARKET #ASIA #MARKET #REGULATION
Sony's Blockchain Partner Launches Institutional-Grade Stablecoin for Soneium
Sony's blockchain partner has launched an institutional-grade stablecoin known as USDSC on the Soneium platform. This development comes as Japan is progressing with its trials…
12/3/2025 1 min read
ASIA #ASIA #BLOCKCHAIN #COINS
Japan’s new crypto tax could wake ‘sleeping giant’ of retail investors
The Japanese crypto industry is on the brink of significant growth as the government is set to implement a new tax policy. This policy involves a moderate tax rate on…
12/3/2025 1 min read
ASIA #ASIA #BUSINESS #REGULATION
Parataxis Agrees to Buy Control of South Korea's Sinsiway for $27M, Build Ether Treasury
Parataxis has reached an agreement to acquire control of Sinsiway for a significant sum. This acquisition is expected to lead to the establishment of South Korea's first…
12/3/2025 1 min read
ASIA #ASIA #REGULATION #ADMINISTRATIVE EVENTS
Ripple Marks Another Milestone In Bid To Dominate Global Payments With XRP
Ripple has achieved a significant regulatory milestone in Singapore, enhancing its ambitions to position XRP as a key player in global payments. This upgrade allows Ripple to…
12/2/2025 2 min read
MARKET #ASIA #MARKET #TECHNOLOGY
China's Z-Image Dethrones Flux as King of AI Art—And Your Potato PC Can Run It
China's Z-Image model has emerged as a dominant force in the AI art landscape, surpassing the capabilities of Flux2. Notably, Z-Image can operate effectively on hardware from…
12/2/2025 1 min read
ASIA #ASIA #ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Japan government backs 20% tax on crypto profits, on par with stocks
Japan has announced a significant reform in its approach to cryptocurrency taxation. The government has decided to implement a flat tax rate of 20% on profits from crypto…
12/2/2025 1 min read
ASIA #ASIA #REGULATION
Airwallex Faces China Backdoor Allegations From Prominent VC
Airwallex, a fintech unicorn, is facing serious allegations from prominent investor Keith Rabois. He claims that the company's structure allows the Chinese government potential…
12/1/2025 1 min read
ASIA #ASIA #BUSINESS #FORBES DIGITAL ASSETS
Over $650M Liquidated! China confirms Crypto Illegal! Infinex Interview!
The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant downturn, with major cryptocurrencies reversing last week's gains. This decline was marked by over $650 million in…
12/1/2025 2 min read
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