Bayer Crop Science has agreed to work with Alibaba’s Ant Financial to develop a blockchain-based system for agricultural product monitoring.
Former Credit Agency Staffers Form Korean Blockchain Rating Firm
With investors lacking information and objective reviews on blockchain projects, a Korean blockchain rating company is formed.
Property Blockchain Projects Announced in Northeast Asia, One Sony-Related
A flurry of announcements related to property and blockchain in Korea and Japan were made in September.
Libra Crypto Is ‘Undoubtedly’ a Wakeup Call for Central Banks, Says ECB Exec
The Facebook-backed stable coin solves problems and could create others.
Crypto is an Intangible Asset, Global Accounting Standards Body Argues
Cryptocurrency holdings are neither cash nor financial assets, but meet the definition of intangible assets, the IFRIC has concluded.
Facebook Reveals Libra Crypto’s Currency Basket Breakdown: Report
Facebook has reportedly revealed the percentage breakdown of the basket of global currencies that will underpin its Libra cryptocurrency.
Korean Conglomerate CJ Develops Blockchain for Music Copyright
CJ, one of South Korea’s largest conglomerates, is developing a blockchain-based music copyright management system.
Binance to Add Fiat-to-Crypto OTC Trading in a Month, Co-Founder Says
As the world’s largest exchange continue to do deals and build products, it indicates that fiat-to-crypto OTC trading will soon be available.
Messaging App LINE’s Crypto Exchange Goes Live for 80 Million Users in Japan
Messaging giant LINE has officially launched a crypto exchange service to its 80 million users based in Japan.
US Sanctions Three Alleged Crypto Hacking Groups from North Korea
The U.S. Treasury mentioned cryptocurrency thefts as one of the reasons for the action against the Lazarus Group, Bluenoroff and Andariel.
North Korea to Hold Its Second Crypto Conference, Telegraphing Openness
As it conducts one missile test after the next, the pariah state issues a welcome to the crypto community.
Kakao’s Klay Cryptocurrency to Make First Exchange Listing
The “klay” cryptocurrency from messaging app giant Kakao is to make its first official exchange listing on Upbit later this month.
K-Pop Music Giant SM Entertainment Is Planning Its Own Cryptocurrency
The driving firm behind the K-pop movement, SM Entertainment, said it’s planning to launch a cryptocurrency focused on engaging fans with artists.
Fewer Than a Quarter of Blockchain Businesses in Korea Generate Sales
Despite the apparent boom in blockchain, and the extensive support for the technology, few companies are making blockchain sales
South Korea’s Kakao May List Its Klay Cryptocurrency on Chinese Exchange
The government may not allow the coin to trade on a domestic exchange so it will look to other countries.
Seoul’s Artbloc to Offer High-End Art Using Blockchain-Based Fractional Ownership
Artbloc hopes to bring high-end works to mainstream investors by using blockchain technologies
‘Legend of Mir’ Game Maker Inks Agreement for Blockchain Payments
Wemade is fighting back against IP pirates by adopting blockchain technologies
Korea’s SFC Chair Nominee Intends to Maintain Go-Slow Approach to Crypto
Eun Sung-soo made reformist comments but he was still cautious about crypto and offered no boost to the sector
South Korea’s BC Card Is Using KT’s Blockchain for Rewards Settlement
The company says that the process has been made significantly more efficient.
Hong Kong’s HashKey Capital Invests in Terra’s Mining Token
It is the eighth funding event in thirteen months using the mining token.