OpenAI is opening its first Seoul office to meet rising demand for ChatGPT in South Korea, hiring local talent and strengthening strategic partnerships — most notably, a collaboration with Korean tech giant Kakao.
CatherineCriminals are increasingly using kidnapping and violence to steal cryptocurrency, targeting people instead of systems. As cyber defences improve, attackers are turning to physical threats—including torture—to force victims to give up access to their funds.
AnaisAir Arabia now accepts AE Coin, a UAE-regulated stablecoin pegged to the dirham, for flight bookings, reflecting its push for innovation and alignment with the UAE’s digital finance evolution.
KikyoCircle has denied rumours it is being sold to Ripple or Coinbase, saying it is not for sale. The company is continuing with its IPO plans and wants to grow on its own.
WeatherlyIndia’s crypto industry is pushing for tax reform amidst rising government engagement and the return of major exchanges like Coinbase and Binance. Leaders say high taxes are hindering innovation and driving talent overseas.
CatherineScam losses in Singapore rose sharply to over S$1.1 billion last year, with authorities considering caning as a possible punishment to deter offenders. Despite a drop in some scam cases, financial losses remain high, especially among older adults targeted by “fake friend” scams.
AnaisHackers used the Migos Instagram account to post personal documents of Solana co-founder Raj Gokal. The leak included his passport, address, and family photos, and stayed online for 90 minutes before being taken down.
AnaisWith high mobile adoption and limited banking access, Africa is primed for real-world crypto use—and global players are responding. Blockchain.com plans to open a Nigerian office as it expands into key markets like Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa, amidst growing regulatory momentum.
CatherineA suspect in the crypto-linked kidnapping and torture of an Italian tourist in NYC has voluntarily surrendered, as the high-profile case continues to unfold.
KikyoThree men lured Korean investors to a hotel in Seoul by pretending to set up a crypto deal, then tried to rob them using a fake gun and baton. One suspect was caught in Busan, while two others fled the country and are being tracked by Interpol.
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