Taiwan
Why Security Token Offerings Are a Big Yawn in Parts of Asia
Security token offerings were supposed to be the next big blockchain-based investment vehicle. But investors in Thailand and Taiwan aren't so interested.
HTC Plans to Launch Another Blockchain Phone This Year, Exec Says
Electronics giant HTC is planning to launch a second-generation EXODUS blockchain phone by the end of 2019.
Suspected Electricity Thief Arrested After Mining $3 Million in Bitcoin, Ether
A man in Taiwan has been arrested over claims he mined $3.25 million in cryptos using stolen electricity.
Taiwanese Lawmaker Proposes New Business Category for Crypto Startups
Taiwanese legislator Jason Hsu wants the island to create a new business category for cryptocurrency activities, he said Friday.
Taiwan Lawmaker Pitches AML Rules Update to Cover Crypto
Taiwanese congressman Jason Hsu has proposed an amendment to the nation's money laundering laws to include cryptocurrencies.
LG's Mobile Arm to Trial Blockchain Payments for Overseas Travelers
South Korean telco LG Uplus is to trial a blockchain-based mobile payment service aimed to let travelers save fees when shopping abroad.
All 'Big Four' Auditors to Trial Blockchain Platform for Financial Reporting
The world's four biggest auditing firms will join 20 banks to trial a blockchain service for validating public companies' financial reports.
Taiwan Eyes Blockchain Growth with New Parliamentary Alliance
Taiwanese lawmakers have announced the formation of a parliamentary group aimed to foster the nation's emerging blockchain sector.
Taiwan Eyes November Deadline for Bitcoin AML Regulation
Taiwan will formally regulate bitcoin under anti-money laundering rules by the end of the year, says its minister of justice.
Chip Maker TSMC Breaks Sales Record on Bitcoin Mining Boost
Cryptocurrency mining orders have helped set a new monthly sales record for Taiwanese semiconductor maker TSMC.
