Asia Pacific
China's Central Bank Eyes Crypto as Possible Yuan Risk
The People's Bank of China says cryptocurrencies will be a top priority for the agency this year, in an effort to protect the national currency.
Blockchain Funding Center Scrapped Over China Regulation Concerns
A Chinese investment association has scrapped a previously reported plan to launch a funding center to boost blockchain development in the country.
Australia Seeks Public Input on Crypto Tax Guidelines
The Australian government is looking for public feedbacks to make sure crypto investors will not have excuse for not meeting their tax liability.
Chinese Government Institute Launches Blockchain for Authentication
A Chinese government-led research body has rolled out a blockchain-as-a-service platform for identity and supply-chain tracking.
Blockchain Standardization Tops Chinese IT Ministry's 2018 Agenda
China's Ministry of Information Technology and Industry is ramping up its focus on national blockchain standardization this year.
Japan Warns Binance Exchange Over Licensing
The Japanese financial regulator has issued a warning to Binance over its operation legitimacy in Japan.
Binance CEO Refutes Financial Watchdog Warning Reports
Binance's CEO has hit back at reports that the exchange is to receive a warning from a financial regulator over its lack of registration in Japan.
Korean Regulators to Probe Bank AML Measures for Crypto Exchanges
Two South Korean regulators are reportedly launching an investigation of banks' implementation of anti-money laundering procedures for exchanges.
Japanese Crypto Users Lost $6 Million in Hacks Last Year, Say Police
Around $6.2 million-worth of cryptocurrency was hacked from exchange accounts and wallet services in 2017, Japan's National Police Agency says.
Waking Dragon? Asia's Token Economy Is Charging Full Speed Ahead
At the Token 2049 conference in Hong Kong, Asia's vibrant market for cryptocurrencies and ICOs took the spotlight.
