China
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.
State Digital Currency Still On Agenda, Says China's Blockchain Lead
China is still in the process of developing a state digital currency, the chief of a government-funded blockchain research center has said.
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.
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.
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.
Exchange to Investigate Another Chinese Stock Over Blockchain Claims
A second Chinese public firm in a week is being questioned by the Shenzhen Stock Exchange over the authenticity of its healthcare blockchain claims.
Chinese Stock Exchange Probes Firm's Blockchain Claim Amid Stock Rally
A public company in China is being questioned over a blockchain claim that appeared to drive a rally in its stock price.
Crypto Escapes Scrutiny at Annual China Investor Event
Cryptocurrencies were not brought up for criticism at an annual Chinese consumer protection event, despite rumors to the effect.
Chinese Investment Group to Launch Blockchain Funding Center
A government-led investment association in China is reportedly establishing a funding center to foster blockchain development in the country.
ZhongAn Wants to Catch Media Pirates with Blockchain
ZhongAn Technology, a subsidiary of Chinese online insurer ZhongAn, hopes to patent a blockchain solution for protecting digital media against piracy.
