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Mitsubishi UFJ Invests in Bitcoin Startup Coinbase
Coinbase has reportedly raised more than $10m from Japan's largest bank, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group.
Myanmar Microfinance Firm Trials Blockchain
Tech firm Infoteria has successfully tested an application of blockchain technology with Myanmar microfinance firm BC Finance.
Bitcoin Exchange Raises $16 Million in Ongoing Series A Funding
A bitcoin exchange startup based in Singapore has raised $16m in new funding as part of an ongoing Series A.
One of Japan's Largest Banks is Downplaying its Rumored Digital Currency Plans
Is a major Japanese bank developing its own digital currency? MUFG is distancing itself from reports it could release such a product next year.
R3 Adds Life Insurance Firm AIA to Blockchain Consortium
Blockchain startup R3CEV has added Hong Kong-based life insurance group AIA to the ranks of its global banking consortium.
Japan’s Trade Ministry: Government Should Promote Blockchain Use Cases
Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has released the results of a survey on blockchain technology.
Japan Enacts Regulation for Digital Currency Exchanges
Japan’s national legislature approved a bill on Wednesday to regulate domestic digital currency exchanges.
Taiwan Police Arrest Man Behind Alleged Bitcoin Trading Scam
Local authorities in Taiwan are said to have arrested a man believed to have orchestrated a bitcoin trading platform scam.
Japan's TechBureau Raises $6.5 Million for Bitcoin and Blockchain Services
A Japanese blockchain startup has reportedly raised $6.5m in a new Series A funding round.
Korea Exchange Talks Top-Down Approach to Blockchain Innovation
The Korea Exchange opens up about its strategy on blockchain tech and why it is investigating how it could be used to open new markets.
