Checkout.com, a global payment processor, is exploring new products related to encrypted rewards and encrypted payments, and plans to pilot one of them by the end of the year

Academy of Engineering and Technology of the Developing World (AETDEW) and AB Charity Foundation x AB DAO signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the AETDEW Headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on 22 November 2025

The Memorandum of Understanding between the Academy of Engineering And Technology of the Developing World (AETDEW) and AB Charity Foundation x AB DAO was signed at the AETDEW Headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on 22 November 2025. The MoU was signed by AETDEW President Ir. Ts. Choo Kok Beng and a representative of AB Charity Foundation x AB DAO, and witnessed by AETDEW Executive Director Dr. Ir. Ts. Wong Chee Fui and Dr. Moneef R. Zou’bi, Senior Advisor to AB Charity Foundation.

AlexDec 05, 2025 2:37 pm

Europol Dismantles €700M Crypto Fraud Network Built on Fake Trading Platforms and Deepfake Celebrity Ads

A Europe-wide investigation uncovered a crypto fraud network that laundered over €700 million through fake trading platforms, deepfake adverts, and call centres. Authorities arrested multiple suspects and seized cash, crypto, and luxury goods while targeting the scam’s marketing and operational networks across seven countries.

AnaisDec 08, 2025 11:36 am

CEO of G-Dragon’s Agency Predicts “Robot Idols” Will Debut Within Five Years and Says Company “Is Preparing A Lot For That Day”

Galaxy Corp plans to introduce robot idols alongside human and virtual performers, using AI to speed up content creation and lower production costs. The company is investing in robotics and AI technologies while expanding globally, signalling a shift in how entertainment may be produced and experienced.

WeatherlyDec 08, 2025 1:38 pm

After Exiting India, Coinbase Returns With Plans to Expand Team and Strengthen Local Crypto Presence

Coinbase has reopened its app in India after more than two years, allowing users to trade cryptocurrencies following approval from the Financial Intelligence Unit. The company plans to introduce a fiat on-ramp in 2026 and is expanding its local team and partnerships to strengthen its presence despite strict regulations and taxes.

AnaisDec 08, 2025 3:07 pm

71-Year-Old Victim Ignored Police Warnings and Deposited Thousands Into Crypto ATM

A 71-year-old woman in Westlake, Ohio, was tricked by a phone scammer into depositing thousands of dollars into a Bitcoin ATM despite warnings from staff and police. Police froze the scammer’s crypto wallet, but it is unclear if she will get her money back.

WeatherlyDec 08, 2025 5:04 pm

Robinhood Acquires Two Indonesian Firms to Bring Low-Cost Trading and Crypto Services to Southeast Asia

Robinhood is entering Indonesia by acquiring a local brokerage and a crypto trading platform, giving it fast access to the country’s growing retail investor market. The company plans to offer US stocks and cryptocurrencies while keeping the local firms’ licences and gradually expanding its services after regulatory approval.

AnaisDec 08, 2025 6:04 pm

Saylor Suggests Nations Use Tokenized Credit Instruments and Bitcoin Holdings to Offer Better Returns Than Traditional Bank Deposits

Michael Saylor urged governments to create Bitcoin-backed digital bank accounts to offer higher returns than traditional deposits. He suggested such accounts could attract trillions in global savings, but Bitcoin’s volatility and regulatory challenges make the idea risky.

WeatherlyDec 09, 2025 11:36 am

Tether’s USDT Joins Ripple’s RLUSD as Approved Stablecoin in Abu Dhabi Highlighting UAE’s Multi-Stablecoin Strategy

Tether’s USDT stablecoin has been officially recognised by Abu Dhabi Global Market, giving it a clear regulatory status across multiple blockchains. This allows licensed firms in the UAE to use USDT for trading, payments, and settlement under a regulated framework.

AnaisDec 09, 2025 2:38 pm

OpenAI Pulls ChatGPT App Suggestions After Users Mistake Them for Paid Advertisements

ChatGPT users saw prompts in their chats that looked like ads, causing confusion and concern. OpenAI said these were just experimental app suggestions, not paid advertisements, and has now removed the feature.

WeatherlyDec 09, 2025 4:41 pm

Binance Suspends Employee for Allegedly Using Insider Information to Promote Newly Launched Token on Social Media

A Binance employee was suspended for using insider information to promote a new token on the exchange’s official social media account. The token gained rapid attention and value, and Binance rewarded whistleblowers while promising stronger controls to prevent similar misconduct.

AnaisDec 09, 2025 5:25 pm