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The Rise in Popularity of Crypto in Malaysia

01/07/2025 No Comments

Malaysia looks poised to redefine its future relationship with money. An estimated four million of its citizens — around one eighth of the population — …

China – U.S. Tensions Rise as Trade War Escalates

08/04/2025 No Comments

It’s been less than a week since Trump’s Liberation Day statement. Since then the escalation ...

Are Chinese Investors Bullish on Bitcoin?

08/04/2025 No Comments

The world continues to reel from the after affects of last week’s Tariffs Day. Countries ...

Huawei at MWC 2025: Pioneering the Future of Industrial Intelligence

13/03/2025 No Comments

Last week, Huawei had a significant presence at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2025, ...

Why is Korea a strong market for European businesses to invest in?

November 15, 2022

As the President of the European Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ECCK), Christoph Heider works to facilitate trade between Europe and Korea.

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What challenges are Korea’s private equity firms facing?

November 8, 2022

As Korea continues to grow as a player in global finance, investors are considering Seoul as a potential home for more M&A and private equity activity.

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Amber Group talks institutional investment in crypto at Singapore Fintech Festival

November 3, 2022

While covering this year’s Singapore Fintech Festival, we were very pleased to catch up with Annabelle Huang, Managing Director of Amber Group.

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How is the South Korean government regulating the blockchain space?

October 28, 2022

How is South Korea approaching the issue of blockchain regulation? #DisruptionBanking spoke to Chloe Lee in Seoul.

Is the Miracle on the Han running out of steam?

October 26, 2022

The “Miracle on the Han” is understandably a source of great pride for South Koreans. But how much further does the miracle have to run?

Who is He Lifeng?

October 4, 2022

Who is He Lifeng - the old friend of President Xi's that's set to run the Chinese economy?

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Myanmar’s rare earths role leaves green transition a potential junta hostage

September 27, 2022

The increasing prominence of Myanmar as a supplier of the rare earths leaves the world in urgent need of alternative supplies and processing capacity.

How are asset managers in China and Hong Kong dealing with current challenges?

September 14, 2022

Despite a weak macroeconomic environment, asset managers in China and Hong Kong are set to benefit from a massive swell of potential clients.

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Why is Hong Kong the new market for meme stocks?

August 23, 2022

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has been hit by a resurgence of the “meme stock” phenomenon.

Are tanks really protecting banks in China from customers?

July 26, 2022

Protests by people against four banks in the Henan province of China have escalated. It is alleged that these four banks have misappropriated around $6 billion worth of customers savings

Sri Lanka needs to go back to the future to escape meltdown: Steve Hanke

April 28, 2022

A return to currency board system is the best way to help Sri Lanka escape its never-ending cycle of debt, says Steve Hanke. Who also believes that a currency board could provide a solution.

Has Disney capitulated to the Chinese Communist Party?

March 1, 2022

Disney would be well-considered to remember where their friends, and consumers, are.

Why is Japan an attractive place for crypto companies to invest in?

February 23, 2022

What might growth crypto growth in the East Asia region look like in the months and years ahead? DisruptionBanking spoke to Amber Group’s CEO, Michael Wu.

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North Korea’s Secret Crypto Empire: How The Regime Is Building Wealth In The Digital Age

February 14, 2022

According to a forthcoming UN report, North Korea has engaged in dozens of cyberattacks and stolen millions of dollars in cryptocurrency.

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Myanmar military government bans crypto in crackdown on human rights

February 4, 2022

The military government in Myanmar has announced heavy criminal sanctions for citizens found to be using crypto or virtual private networks (VPNs).

Indonesia: Future FinTech giant?

February 3, 2022

Indonesia has already embraced new, innovative technologies related to FinTech and digital assets and is spearheading the digitalisation push in South-East Asia. Yet, at the same time, millions of adults in the country are not formally banked and have little access to lending. In many ways, it is a highly advanced economy that nonetheless has many of the characteristics of a third-world country.

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