Credit Saison has launched a $50 million fund, Onigiri Capital, to invest in blockchain startups focused on real-world asset applications. The fund aims to connect U.S. innovators with Asia’s financial markets, helping early-stage projects meet regulatory and institutional standards.

Edward Snowden, speaking at the Near's Redacted conference in Bangkok, Thailand, has voiced his concern for blockchain projects given the currency influence of "venture capitals" on blockchain projects.

Sanctum, a Solana-based liquid staking project, aimed to reward long-term commitment with its airdrop strategy. However, the crypto community has not embraced this approach, and the co-founder has blamed both the founding team and investors for the backlash.

Crypto VC funding increased to $3.2 billion in Q2 2024, up 28% from Q1, but still far below the $10 billion peak in Q2 2022. Meanwhile, AI investments surged, reaching $55.6 billion in Q2 2024, driven by major funding rounds.

Hong Kong-based digital asset group HashKey's Singapore subsidiary, HashKey Capital Singapore, has secured a significant regulatory milestone, obtaining a full Capital Markets Services (CMS) licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This licence empowers the firm to deliver regulated fund management services primarily concerning capital markets products within Singapore.

Palau's ongoing CBDC pilot is a significant stride towards a digitally inclusive and efficient financial ecosystem. With the success of Phase 1 and the onset of Phase 2, Palau is trailblazing the use of blockchain in national currencies, potentially shaping the future of global digital finance.

Trump debuts 'MugShot' NFTs, blending legal challenges, political aspirations, and crypto innovation in a unique collection capturing the first-ever mugshot of a U.S. President.

Swiss firm Pando Asset AG joins the competitive race for a Bitcoin ETF, aiming for a Nasdaq listing amidst a crowded field of industry giants.

A couple operating aesthetic medicine clinics in Taichung City, Taiwan, faces legal repercussions due to their involvement in cryptocurrency mining ventures. Zheng and Su sought to bolster their income by investing in virtual currency mining since 2021. Collaborating with Huang, who established eight mining sites in Taichung, the couple engaged in mining operations. However, suspicions arose as Huang is accused of stealing electricity, resulting in losses of approximately NT$80 million for Taiwan Power Company. The situation escalated when two mining sites experienced electrical fires, posing risks to adjacent tutorial centres and a hot pot restaurant.

Boyaa Interactive ventures into the crypto market with a $100 million investment, seamlessly combining gaming and finance in the Web3 era.