Asia
Japan Pushes for International Effort on Bitcoin Regulation
Japanese regulators responded to the escalating situation at Mt. Gox by calling for international cooperation on the matter.
Japan's Top Regulators Suggest Mt. Gox Intervention Unlikely
Top Japanese financial organisations distanced themselves from Mt. Gox on Monday amid growing requests from customers for action.
BTC China Lowers Trading Fees to 0.1%
The exchange has lowered market order trading fees from 0.3% to 0.1%, while maintaining its ‘maker-taker’ model.
Thailand Flip Flops on Bitcoin, Suggests Exchanges are Still Illegal
Days after reopening, a major Thailand exchange was once again threatened by central bank comments.
South Korean Exchange Coinplug Launches Country's First Bitcoin Apps
South Korean startup Coinplug has released three Android apps, including POS software for businesses and a bitcoin wallet.
Indonesia Central Bank Takes New, More Neutral Stance on Bitcoin
Local businesses are optimistic after Bank Indonesia issued a statement on bitcoin suggesting a more hands-off approach.
Bullion Exchange Brings Ripple into the Physical World
A new service uses the Ripple network to acquire, store and convert precious metals into 'any currency'.
South Korean Bitcoin Exchange Nets $400k in Silicon Valley Funding
Korbit will receive $400,000 in funding from Silicon Valley investors, with backing from some big names.
'Heated' Bitcoin Debate Flares at Asian Financial Forum
A "heated debate" on bitcoin erupted during a panel discussion at the Asian Financial Forum on Tuesday.
New Filipino Bitcoin Exchange Targets Remittance Market
There are roughly 2.2 million Filipino expats worldwide, and last year they sent over $13.9bn back home.
