Asia leapfrogging the West in onchain retail use as regional hubs lead on stablecoin rules

Asia is rapidly advancing and surpassing Western countries in the adoption of on-chain retail practices, as various regional hubs establish and implement forward-thinking regulations concerning stablecoins. This shift highlights the dynamic evolution of the financial landscape, where Asian markets are proactively setting standards and frameworks that facilitate the innovative use of blockchain technology in commerce, positioning themselves as leaders in the realm of digital finance and retail transactions. source: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/02/12/asia-leapfrogging-the-west-in-onchain-retail-use-as-regional-hubs-lead-on-stablecoin-rules