The UK’s push to crack down on crypto, hand-in-hand with the US, may feel far removed from Southeast Asian creators. Don't be fooled. It’s underpinned by the notion that this isn’t just about London boardrooms; it shouldn’t just empower creatives in our backyards, but those in emerging markets.Think of it...
The UK is closing the door on crypto, despite being once a shining light alternative for FinTech innovation. This short sighted decision is devastating the industry, and thusly devastating our country’s future. This is crippling the aspirations of artists and innovators throughout Southeast Asia. As a result, many of them...
So was UK’s decision to cuddle up to US on crypto regulation. That may seem like a bunch of arcane fiscal minutiae occurring far off in the distance. I have lived for years enmeshed in the colorful and frequently eclipsed creative culture of Southeast Asia. Now, I observe a profound...
Southeast Asia is hot on Web3 opportunities, right? For the amazing artists in this region, the path isn't exactly paved with gold-plated NFTs. We're talking about creators facing real hurdles: limited access to secure data storage, struggling to get fairly paid for their work, and constantly worrying about privacy. It’s...
Anya, a talented Balinese multimedia artist, devotes herself to crafting exquisite NFTs with heart and soul. Yet she sees them suffer on obscure marketplaces weighed down by high gas fees. Her struggle isn't unique. Countless Southeast Asian creatives face similar hurdles: high costs, limited infrastructure, and a feeling of shouting...
Donald Trump. Crypto. Southeast Asian Artists. Three things you probably never thought you’d see in the same sentence. But bear with me, because there’s a remarkably interesting, and potentially really empowering, link developing. While the political noise surrounding Trump's evolving stance on crypto is deafening, let's cut through the static...
This isn't just another blockchain funding announcement. So much of this story is about real people, real art, and real opportunity blossoming all throughout Southeast Asia. Ika’s strategic investment from the Sui Foundation, alongside the strength of the Sui blockchain, are the backbone supporting this exciting growth. Forget the technical...
The Fed just blinked. Their retreat from stringent crypto guidance for banks – specifically, rescinding those 2022 and 2023 supervisory letters – might seem like dry regulatory housekeeping. But for a community often overlooked, this shift could be a lifeline: Southeast Asian artists diving into the Web3 space.Forgotten Voices, Finally...
I’ve felt firsthand the raw talent that’s just bubbling in Southeast Asia. Only in the past year did I encounter Anya, a remarkable textile artist from a village in Vietnam. Her designs were so beautiful, imbued with centuries of cultural memory. Anya struggled. She was stuck in a vicious spiral...
Imagine a world where vibrant Southeast Asian artists, brimming with creativity and cultural heritage, can seamlessly share their digital masterpieces with the global community. Picture this—blockchain technology freed from the overwhelming web of today’s regulations! Rather, it acts as a dynamo for creativity and entrepreneurship. That world is possible, but...
