Line, the Japan-based messaging app provider, is planning to build its own blockchain to boost development of decentralized apps.
Another Chinese City Is Backing a Big Blockchain Investment Fund
The city government of Shenzhen, China, is backing an $80 million blockchain investment fund, soon after Hangzhou city supported a similar effort.
Softbank Eyes Carbon Emissions Cuts with Green Energy Blockchain Pilot
A group of Japanese firms is planning a blockchain pilot that would allow rural consumers to trade renewable energy.
Travel Booking Site CheapAir Is Switching Bitcoin Payment Processors
CheapAir.com is to switch bitcoin payment processors following a service change by Coinbase, but the new integration poses problems for users.
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.
Cloud Giant Xunlei Claims Blockchain Advance With ‘ThunderChain’
China-based cloud network provider Xunlei has launched a blockchain platform, undeterred by ongoing allegations it held an unlawful ICO.
Tezos Co-Founder Sanctioned By US Financial Watchdog
Arthur Breitman, co-founder of cryptocurrency project Tezos, has been barred by FINRA from any association with broker-dealers for two years.
Bitcoin Pyramid Scheme Amassed $20 Million in South Korea
Two men in South Korea have been sentenced for building a bitcoin pyramid scheme that swindled around $20 million from investors.
UBS-Backed Blockchain Platform Completes Live Trade Transactions
The Batavia blockchain trade finance platform has completed a pilot that conducted live cross-border transactions involving corporate clients.
Crypto Mining Boost Helps Taiwanese Chip Maker Break Sales Record
Cryptocurrency mining orders have helped set a new monthly sales record for Taiwanese semiconductor maker TSMC.
South Korea to Toughen Inspections of Crypto Mining Chip Imports
Cryptocurrency miners in South Korea may soon find it more difficult to get foreign-made mining chips imported to the country.
Crypto Fraudsters Face Jail Time, Warns Philippines Securities Regulator
The Philippines SEC has issued a warning to the public to be cautious on 14 cryptocurrency investment schemes in the country.
Cambridge Analytica Planned ICO Before Facebook Controversy: Reports
Cambridge Analytica reportedly planned to launch its own cryptocurrency before the controversy over its misuse of facebook data.
Huawei Unveils Hyperledger-Based Blockchain Service Platform
Huawei has become the latest Chinese tech giant to launch its own blockchain-as-a-service platform, following on the heels of Tencent and Baidu.
Chinese Police Bust Alleged $13 Million Blockchain Pyramid Scheme
Police in China have arrested the founders of a claimed cryptocurrency pyramid scheme that amassed $13 million from over 13,000 people.
Riot Blockchain Has Been Subpoenaed By the SEC
Riot Blockchain has received a subpoena from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Cryptocurrency Exchange Kraken to Shutter Services in Japan
U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has announced it is shutting its doors for investors in Japan, citing operational costs.
Philippines Lawmaker Urges Senate to Expedite Crypto Crime Bills
A Philippines senator is seeking to speed up the passage of legislation that would increase the penalties for crimes involving cryptocurrencies.
Self-Regulatory Group Hopes to Bring ‘Order’ to Korea’s Crypto Exchanges
A South Korean blockchain industry organization has proposed a self-regulatory framework to set standards for the cryptocurrency exchange industry.
Japanese Official: No Plans For Central Bank Cryptocurrency
The Bank of Japan said it has no plan to issue a central bank digital currency due to concerns over financial stability.