Asia
SpectroCoin Launches Bitcoin-to-Cash Service in 25 Countries
SpectroCoin is now allowing its customers to convert bitcoin to cash in 25 countries across Europe and Central Asia.

Singapore Event Puts Bitcoin on Mainstream Finance Agenda
A conference in Singapore last week explored bitcoin's status as a currency and digital currencies' role in mainstream finance.

Huobi's BitYes Teams with EgoPay for Fee-Free USD Deposits
Huobi's BitYes USD exchange is offering a trading fee-free deal with payment processor EgoPay until the end of 2014.

Asian Exchanges Adopt Controversial Counting Method For Futures Trades
Several exchanges have altered the way trades are counted on bitcoin futures markets, with 1 BTC counting as two.

Japan's Coincheck Launches Consumer-Focused Bitcoin Exchange
Japanese bitcoin services company Coincheck yesterday launched a bitcoin exchange aimed at everyday consumers.

BitX Opens Feature-Rich Bitcoin Exchange in Malaysia
BitX, which aims to bring advanced bitcoin services to emerging markets, has opened its latest exchange in Malaysia.

Malaysian Taxi Customers Can Now Pay with Bitcoin
Taxi passengers in Malaysia are Asia's first to be able to pay with bitcoin, thanks to matching service Taximonger.

Bitcoin Exchange Kraken Launches in Japan
Kraken launches a bitcoin exchange in Japan today, aiming at the nation's active traders and finance professionals.

Asia's Largest Business Forum Shines Spotlight on Bitcoin
Bitcoin left its mark during panels at the World Knowledge Forum and Korea University's Bitcoin Expo in Seoul.

Chinese Exchange Yuanbao Now Lets Customers Mortgage Their Bitcoin
Chinese exchange Yuanbao.com is now offering P2P lending, with borrowers using bitcoins and other digital assets as collateral.
