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Bitcoin on Exchanges Can Be Legally Seized in South Korea, Supreme Court Affirms

Bitcoin on Exchanges Can Be Legally Seized in South Korea, Supreme Court Affirms

The South Korean Supreme Court has made a significant ruling regarding the legal status of Bitcoin held on cryptocurrency exchanges. The court affirmed that Bitcoin can be seized…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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China’s interest-bearing digital yuan piles pressure on US stablecoin rules

China’s interest-bearing digital yuan piles pressure on US stablecoin rules

China's recent decision to implement interest payments on its digital yuan has raised significant concerns regarding the competitiveness of US stablecoins. This development…

1/8/2026 3 min read

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Solana Accelerate to open Consensus Hong Kong in February

Solana Accelerate to open Consensus Hong Kong in February

The Solana Foundation, in collaboration with CoinDesk, has announced that the developer event "Solana Accelerate" will commence on February 11. This event marks the beginning of…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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GENIUS Act changes would be a ‘national security trap’: Crypto execs

GENIUS Act changes would be a ‘national security trap’: Crypto execs

Recent discussions surrounding the GENIUS Act have raised concerns among crypto executives, particularly regarding the potential implications of banning yield on stablecoins.…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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Crypto credit is starting to look like cash savings accounts: Asia Morning Briefing

Crypto credit is starting to look like cash savings accounts: Asia Morning Briefing

Recent observations by Flowdesk indicate a notable shift in the crypto credit market, which is beginning to mirror traditional cash savings accounts. The report highlights a…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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Alleged Crypto Scam Kingpin Arrested in Cambodia After $12 Billion Bitcoin Seizure

Alleged Crypto Scam Kingpin Arrested in Cambodia After $12 Billion Bitcoin Seizure

This week, a significant development in the world of cryptocurrency occurred with the arrest of an alleged mastermind behind a large-scale crypto scam ring in Cambodia. The…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin holds steady above $90K as fresh money returns to crypto

Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin holds steady above $90K as fresh money returns to crypto

In the latest developments within the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin has maintained a steady position above $90K. This stability appears to be supported by new-year allocations…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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Japan’s XRP Integration Signals A Shift In Global Capital Flows

Japan’s XRP Integration Signals A Shift In Global Capital Flows

Japan's recent integration of XRP into its regulated capital flow infrastructure signifies a pivotal transformation in the role of digital assets within the financial landscape.…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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Global Crypto MCap up to $3.22 Trillion! XRP up 12%! Japan Endorse Crypto! Fear & Greed back to Neutral!

Global Crypto MCap up to $3.22 Trillion! XRP up 12%! Japan Endorse Crypto! Fear & Greed back to Neutral!

The global cryptocurrency market cap has seen a notable increase, reaching $3.22 trillion, marking a 2% rise. Major cryptocurrencies have contributed to this growth, with XRP…

1/6/2026 3 min read

ETH #ASIA #ETH #EXCHANGE

South Korea considers pre-emptive crypto account freezes, report says

South Korea considers pre-emptive crypto account freezes, report says

South Korea is exploring the possibility of implementing pre-emptive freezes on cryptocurrency accounts. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance regulatory…

1/6/2026 3 min read

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China’s financial associations reclassify RWAs as ‘risky‘: Report

China’s financial associations reclassify RWAs as ‘risky‘: Report

Recent developments in China's financial regulatory landscape have led to a significant policy change regarding Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization. According to a report by Wu…

1/5/2026 3 min read

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Japan’s finance minister backs exchanges as gateway for digital assets

Japan’s finance minister backs exchanges as gateway for digital assets

Japan's finance minister has expressed strong support for the role of regulated exchanges in the future of cryptocurrency within the country. This endorsement comes as Japan…

1/5/2026 2 min read

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