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Cryptocurrencies in Asia
Asia-Pacific Leads World in Crypto Adoption Amid Bitcoin’s $100,000 Rally
By Dmytro Spilka
Bitcoin’s surge helped uncover Asia’s sky-high enthusiasm for crypto adoption and development.
Will Hong Kong Become a Crypto Hub?
By Hugh Harsono
The Hong Kong government has made their desire to turn Hong Kong into a crypto hub well-known, with tacit support from Beijing.
Blockchain in Southeast Asia: Striking a Balance Between Innovation and Protection
By Sean Tan
The growing ubiquity of blockchain technology in the region raises several questions regarding the creation of a safe environment for regional fintech innovation.
Cryptocurrency and Terrorist Financing in Asia
By Asif Muztaba Hassan and Shamsul Nawed Nafees
Many states in Asia are falling behind in regulating crypto, making it an attractive tool for local terrorist groups.
Kazakhstan’s Power Shortages: Crypto Miners and Geopolitics
By Paolo Sorbello
Data centers caused a spike in electricity demand, while the country is still dependent on coal.
Despite Crime Concerns, Laos Authorizes Cryptocurrency Trial
By Sebastian Strangio
But little good will come from authorizing the mining and trading of the volatile digital currencies.
Kazakhstan’s Cryptocurrency Mining Grows Despite Emissions Worries
By Paolo Sorbello
The increased energy demand could be met by a long-awaited nuclear power plant.
How Terrorists Use Cryptocurrency in Southeast Asia
By V. Arianti and Kenneth Yeo Yaoren
The first transactions involving cryptocurrencies have been made recently by Islamic State-linked terrorist networks in the Philippines.
South Korea Works to Bring Cryptocurrency Into the Mainstream
By Troy Stangarone
After an early wave of public enthusiasm, South Korea's government is taking steps to regulate crypto assets.
A Closer Look at North Korea’s Virtual Currency Ambitions
By Tae-jun Kang
North Korea is signalling increased interest in digital currencies, possibly as a way to help avoid sanctions.
South Korea’s Emergence as an Important Player in Cryptocurrency
By Troy Stangarone
South Korean businesses are moving into the cryptocurrency and blockchain fields.
How Far Has North Korea Come With Cryptocurrency?
By Tae-jun Kang
The idea seems far-fetched, but Pyongyang is actively trying to advance the necessary technology.
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