Thaksin Shinawatra has called for legalising online gambling and adopting cryptocurrencies in Thailand to boost government revenue and modernise the economy. The Thai government is already exploring cryptocurrency payments in Phuket and conducting trials of a central bank digital currency.
AnaisDespite raising $650,000 for the Dogwifhat mascot campaign, Zion Thomas and his team have failed to display it on the Las Vegas Sphere. Ten months on, they’ve provided no proof of communication with the Sphere’s marketing team, raising concerns about the legitimacy and future of the stunt.
CatherineElon Musk is being sued by the SEC for failing to disclose his large purchase of Twitter stock on time, which allowed him to buy shares at lower prices. The SEC claims this delayed filing caused harm to other investors and is seeking civil penalties and the return of Musk's profits.
WeatherlyThe Crypto Ball, hosted by David Sacks, will be held on 17 January at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in D.C., just before Trump’s inauguration. Sponsored by Coinbase, MetaMask, and Solana, the black-tie event ($2,500–$5,000 per ticket) aims to celebrate pro-crypto policies. But is it a showcase of wealth or a platform for regulatory discussions?
KikyoHumanity Protocol launched the Humanity Foundation on January 14, 2025, focusing on privacy-first decentralised identity solutions. It aims to challenge World by using palm scans instead of iris scans for biometric verification.
WeatherlyMeta plans to cut 5% of its workforce, targeting low performers, sparking concerns over evaluation accuracy. Some employees question the timing after a "rough" week, leaving many wondering how performance will be measured.
CatherineWith the potential TikTok ban, millions of users are migrating to Xiaohongshu, which has quickly gained popularity, especially among content creators. The platform is becoming a new hub for viral trends, memes, and crypto discussions, blending Chinese and Western cultures.
JoyThailand is moving forward with Bitcoin ETFs and cryptocurrency payments, with the Thai SEC considering Bitcoin ETFs and a Bitcoin payment pilot project in Phuket. These steps, along with the potential for stablecoin issuance, are positioning the country as a growing digital asset hub in Asia.
AnaisDubai's 17-storey Crypto Tower, set for 2027, will span 150,000 square feet as a Web3 and blockchain hub. Featuring blockchain-powered services, offices, event spaces, and AI-driven facilities, it will also house an NFT gallery, crypto club, and secure vaults. But will it cement Dubai’s blockchain dominance or prove an overhyped gamble?
CatherineMalaysia is exploring crypto regulations after discussions between its prime minister, Abu Dhabi leaders, and Binance founder CZ. The talks focused on policies, risks, and cross-border collaborations, highlighting Malaysia’s aim to strengthen its role in the digital asset sector.
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