Tag: south korea

5 Ways South Korea's Stablecoin Law Empowers Southeast Asian Artists

5 Ways South Korea's Stablecoin Law Empowers Southeast Asian Artists

• Commentary

I've been deeply involved in expanding blockchain access in Southeast Asia, and South Korea's new stablecoin law isn't just another piece of legislation. It's a potential rocket booster for artists across the region. Cut through the jargon and let’s focus on how this will improve and save lives.Art Sales Get...

South Korea's Stablecoin Gamble: Is Central Bank Control Worth the Risk?

South Korea's Stablecoin Gamble: Is Central Bank Control Worth the Risk?

• Commentary

South Korea's diving headfirst into the stablecoin pool with its "Digital Asset Basic Act," and while the pro-crypto sentiment is refreshing, I can't shake the feeling that they're prioritising control over innovation. Color me cynical, but history has shown that governments don’t tend to give up power — particularly when...

South Korea's National Stablecoin: A New Era for Digital Payments?

South Korea's National Stablecoin: A New Era for Digital Payments?

• Facts

With its proposed Digital Assets Framework, South Korea is taking audacious steps to position itself in the global digital finance infrastructure. By being the first nation to legally recognize and adopt won-pegged stablecoins, the nation is set to dramatically change its financial landscape. At the helm of this movement is...

South Korea's Digital Asset Act Paves the Way for National Stablecoin

South Korea's Digital Asset Act Paves the Way for National Stablecoin

• Regulation

South Korea is taking a dramatic leap forward in the digital finance space. They’ve introduced the Digital Asset Basic Act, allowing domestic firms to issue stablecoins. This bill, championed by the Democratic Party and under the leadership of President Lee Jae-myung, aims to create a clear and regulated framework for...

South Korea's Digital Culture Poised to Accelerate AI and Web3 Innovation

South Korea's Digital Culture Poised to Accelerate AI and Web3 Innovation

• Web3 Projects

South Korea's unique digital landscape, characterized by its vibrant creator culture and early adoption of new technologies, is ideally positioned to drive advancements in both artificial intelligence (AI) and Web3. The nation has a strong tradition of supporting digital connectivity. Its strong and zealous embrace of blockchain technology provides an...

Japan's "New Capitalism 2025" Plan Signals Regulatory Embrace of Bitcoin and Web3

Japan is strategically positioning itself as a global leader in digital innovation with its updated "New Capitalism 2025" plan, released on April 13. Taken together, this plan represents a major regulatory turning point event toward welcoming Bitcoin and Web3 technologies. The initiative aims to leverage digital assets to solve social...

Japan's Bitcoin Revolution: A Boon for Artists and Web3 Creators?

Is Japan on the verge of accidentally unleashing a tsunami of creative destruction and financial liberation onto the rest of the emerging markets? I know this seems like a tall order, but hear me out. Japan’s regulatory change to officially recognize Bitcoin as a financial product. This step is a...

5 Ways This Crypto Bill Empowers Southeast Asian Artists, Not Wall Street

Let’s be honest, when you hear about crypto regulation, your first thought probably isn't Southeast Asian artists finding new avenues for creative expression. Surely visions of Wall Street honchos and inscrutable derivatives dance in your head. Well, what if I told you that the Senate’s Banking Committee just released their...

Senate Republicans Forge Ahead on Crypto Market Structure Framework

Republican senators working on a new framework for digital assets legislation, riding the positive bipartisan wave in the Senate as of late. This announcement follows the Senate’s passage of a bill to regulate stablecoins last week. It was passing with overwhelming bipartisan support.Senators Tim Scott, Cynthia Lummis, Thom Tillis, and...

Crypto's 'Light-Touch' Regulation Gamble Will It Protect You?

The Senate Committee’s proposed “light-touch” regulatory framework for crypto is a long high-stakes poker game. Are we all truly holding a winning hand, or are we collectively bluffing our way into a future financial crisis? It’s a question every investor, every innovator, and frankly, every citizen should want to know....

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Mainstream Moment?

Donald Trump Jr.’s scheduled keynote address at KBW2025 is raising eyebrows and inspiring intense discussion across the Web3 ecosystem. He’s just a high-profile guy shaking things up in the crypto world. His presence further exemplifies the increasing importance of blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize the traditional economy. Does...

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Punk Rock Moment or Sellout?

Or I think about Nandar, a wonderful Burmese artist that I met in Yangon, sharing with me her latest NFT collection. Each work exploded with vivid imagery, bravely fighting back against the junta’s repressive hold. She began selling them directly to supporters around the world, allowing her to cleverly sidestep...

Donald Trump Jr. Headlines Korea Blockchain Week 2025

Korea Blockchain Week (KBW) 2025, Asia’s largest and most influential Web3 conference, is returning to Seoul this coming September. The collaborative innovation summit recently announced its second wave of speakers and lead partners. You can expect big names such as Donald Trump Jr., Keone Hon from Monad Foundation, Guy Young...