Asia Pacific

Indian Officials Met to Discuss Possible Ban on 'Private Cryptocurrencies'

The Indian government is considering imposing a ban on what it calls "private cryptocurrencies," according to an official release.

Par Yogita Khatri31 oct. 2018

Benjamin Soong, Ledger's newly hired head of Asia-Pacific operations, says tether remains popular in the region despite the token's recent troubles.

Par Leigh Cuen31 oct. 2018

The Supreme Court of India has asked the government to give its view on cryptocurrencies, amid fallout from a ruling by the central bank in April.

Par Yogita Khatri26 oct. 2018

An arbitration body in China has said bitcoin should be legally protected as a property, despite the central bank's ban on crypto trading.

Par Wolfie Zhao26 oct. 2018

Japan's Financial Services Agency is planning to put a cap on the leverage available to crypto margin traders to curb speculation and risk.

Par Wolfie Zhao25 oct. 2018

South Korea's Financial Services Commission has warned the public to exercise caution when investing in cryptocurrency funds.

Par Yogita Khatri24 oct. 2018

Japan's financial regulator has formally approved a crypto exchange association, giving it legal powers to police the industry.

Par Wolfie Zhao24 oct. 2018

Police in the Indian city of Bangalore have seized an ATM just weeks after it was set up by crypto exchange Unocoin.

Par Wolfie Zhao24 oct. 2018

An Australian ICO project planning raise up to $50 million has been halted by the country's securities regulator.

Par Wolfie Zhao22 oct. 2018

China's internet censorship agency has released draft regulations to govern blockchain startups.

Par Wolfie Zhao22 oct. 2018

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