Asia & MENA Crypto Roundup: South Korea Investigates Upbeat, and More

Malaysian Government Blames $723M Electricity Theft on Illegal Crypto Miners But Is Bitcoin's Halving the Cause?

Between 2018 and 2023, illegal cryptocurrency miners in Malaysia stole approximately $723M (RM3.B) worth of electricity. Could the reduction of miners’ rewards by 50% due to April’s Bitcoin halving be fuelling the surge in electricity theft?

Do Kwon's Wife Wins $177 Million Asset Battle Amid Terra Luna Probe – Strategic Asset Protection?

Do Kwon's wife successfully defended her assets in court amid accusations tied to the TerraUSD collapse, securing protection for properties contested by the South Korean government. Meanwhile, Kwon faces extradition requests from the US and South Korea, complicating his legal standing while detained in Montenegro.

Manta Network Rides Meme Coin Wave with BONK; MANTA Rewards Up for Grabs Over the Next Month

Manta Network has partnered with BONK to launch a meme-themed campaign. This collaboration aims to build an interconnected meme community and boost user engagement and eligible participants can claim MANTA rewards over the next month.

Masa: The “Decentralised Google” That Empowers Users to Monetise from Their Data

Masa Network empowers users by letting them control and monetise their own data on a blockchain platform, challenging big tech's control over AI training data. It aims to ensure privacy with encrypted data sharing and incentivises users and developers through its decentralised marketplace and dual-token rewards.

Hamster Kombat Fuels Massage Gun Sales, Takes Tap-to-Earn to a Whole New Level Amidst Criticisms of Social Pressure Tactics

Hamster Kombat is causing a surge in massage gun sales in Russia, as players use them to enhance screen tapping. The game is also facing criticism for its social pressure tactics to grow its user base.

South Korea Plans to Delay 20% Crypto Tax Implementation to 2028 – Is This Beneficial for Traders? What's Behind the Decision?

South Korea is delaying its cryptocurrency gains tax until 2028 amid market concerns and investor backlash, aiming to stabilize its vibrant but volatile crypto market. The decision reflects worries over potential market destabilization and aims to develop a more sustainable tax framework for the future.

亚洲最大的 Web3 盛会——Coinfest Asia将于2024年8月22日至23日在巴厘岛Nuanu城举行

Coinfest Asia, the largest Web3 event in Asia, will be held in Nuanu, Bali, on August 22-23, 2024

Revolon Gears Up for IDO Week Starting 18 July with TGE on 25 July: Will This Web3 Racing Game Rev Up a Storm?

Revolon, a Web3 dystopian racing game, features players as underdogs fighting for survival. The IDO week runs from 18 to 24 July, ending with the TGE on 25 July. Will Revolon lead the Web3 racing realm or fall behind?

UXLINK Prepares for 18 July Token Listing: Season 2 Airdrop and Early Bird Access

UXLINK is a pioneering social platform leveraging Web3, rewarding users for genuine social interactions through its POL system and offering $UXUY tokens for engagement and governance. With over 15 million users globally and $15 million in funding, UXLINK aims to redefine social media by prioritising meaningful connections over traditional advertising.