The US GENIUS Act. Sounds impressive, right? Stablecoin regulation, consumer protection—all noble goals. But what if I told you this seemingly domestic piece of legislation could inadvertently stifle the vibrant, burgeoning crypto scene in Southeast Asia, effectively silencing a chorus of forgotten voices?There’s a tendency in our thinking to believe...
CoinDesk's Proof of Talk Top 50 Women in Web3 & AI list, launched in June 2025, is more than just a list. It's a spotlight illuminating the vibrant, often-overlooked innovation happening in Southeast Asia. We’re not just lifting women up as individuals in a vacuum. We’re celebrating the collective power...
Add in the birth of “NFT casinos”—aka, let’s be honest here, crypto casinos—and a decentralized future arrives, full of potential and on the cusp of revolutionizing everything. Let’s ask a critical question: Whose future are we celebrating? If not, are we really empowering Southeast Asian artists, or just remaking exploitation...
In this context, Southeast Asian artists—marginalized even within the larger Asian American and Pacific Islander category—are at the brink of an exciting revolution. Web3 does hold the promise of greater democratization of access, but the technical hurdles might seem tedious or impossible at times. Crypto-native DevOps provides that lifeline, turning...
Let's be blunt. We can understand if after all the crypto hype you’re scratching your head and thinking, “Web3 gaming? Another crypto fad? Pass. I get it. But the space has been marred by hype and broken promises. Last week, the U.S. But something else remarkable is afoot in Southeast...
The NFT bubble has burst. We all saw it coming, didn't we? And now headlines are shouting about the massive decrease in trading volumes. With each passing day, marketplaces shutter their digital doors for good and “I told you so” vibes fill the crypto-sphere. So it would be very easy...
Southeast Asia is a hotbed of creativity, bursting with talent that often struggles to break through the noise of traditional media and financial systems. It’s more than just a shame—it’s dangerous business—these incredible artists, musicians and storytellers are under threat. Geographical limitations, banking restrictions, and the prohibitive costs of fair...
To do just this, the U.S. Senate recently passed the GENIUS Act which would help ensure crypto—particularly stablecoins—are effectively regulated. What does this all mean for the amazing, exciting, developing creative class in SEA? A major step towards legitimacy, or a Western-imposed stranglehold on innovation. The response, like a great...
The digital revolution, despite its touted potential for global connection, is inclusive like a gated community. Access to this tech, particularly in the Web3 world, is still skewed heavily in favor of those who already have access. Decentralization is easy to advocate for while sitting in Silicon Valley. At the...
Let's face it, when we hear about UK crypto regulation, Southeast Asian artists probably aren't the first thing that springs to mind. That's precisely where the opportunity lies. Creating out-of-the-box connections is essential. Smart regulation in one corner of the globe can send a positive ripple effect around the world,...
