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Japanese TradFi giant eyes stablecoin launch with Ava Labs, Fireblocks
Sumitomo Mitsui aims to modernize cross-border payments by launching a fiat-backed stablecoin on Avalanche with Ava Labs and Fireblocks.
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FDUSD issuer refutes Justin Sun’s insolvency allegations, calls it a ‘smear campaign’
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China explores blockchain to safeguard citizen data and enhance credit system integrity
NDRC's blockchain initiative aims to fortify personal data protection and improve credit information sharing.
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Metaplanet becomes 9th-largest corporate Bitcoin holder after new purchase
Metaplanet's innovative Bitcoin financing method doubles its holdings and helps it achieve a Q1 yield of 95%.
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Asian Bitcoin adoption surges as Kliff Capital funds Sora Ventures’ Bitcoin treasury model
Kliff Capital's funding enhances Sora Ventures' mission to integrate Bitcoin into corporate treasuries through market-specific strategies.
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Binance founder Changpeng Zhao ‘CZ’ leads crypto community donations for deadly SEA earthquake
Over 1,700 dead after 7.7-magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar and Thailand, prompting international aid and crypto donations, including a $630,000 pledge from Binance founder CZ.
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South Korean exchange UPbit saw massive earnings growth in 2024 amid regulatory hiccups
South Korean court ruling offers Upbit parent company Dunamu temporary relief from regulatory restrictions as profits soar.
Regulation
South Korea blocks 17 overseas crypto exchange apps in registration crackdown
Users urged to withdraw assets as South Korea clamps down on foreign crypto platforms to curb money laundering.
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Asia Web3 Alliance seeks US-Japan collaboration to tackle regulatory challenges
Asia Web3 Alliance called for cohesive US-Japan efforts to streamline token classification and boost market access.
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