By Chayanika Deka South Korea has decided to block domestic access to Polymarket after authorities determined that its services facilitate activities considered illegal gambling under local law. The Korea Media and Communications Commission announced on August 18 that its Communications Deliberation Subcommittee had reviewed the platform and approved an access-blocking corrective measure. South Korea Blocks […]
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Coinfest Asia, The World’s Crypto Festival organized by Indonesia Crypto Network (ICN), will return to Melasti Beach, Bali, Indonesia, on 20–21 August 2026, bringing together institutions, builders, traders, founders, investors, developers, and global Web3 communities in one of Asia’s most dynamic crypto gatherings. This year, Coinfest Asia will feature dedicated programs for different parts of […]
Key highlights: SBI Holdings snaps up a majority stake in Singapore-based crypto exchange Coinhako. Exact valuation for the deal is still under wraps, with MAS approving the acquisition. SBI Holdings is extending its footprint beyond Japan in a bullish expansionist model. Japan-based financial conglomerate SBI Holdings has acquired a majority stake in Holdbuild, the parent […]