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Ana Peligro is a Journalism degree holder based in the Philippines. She started her career as a news writer for clients in the maritime industry in 2018, mainly covering topics in global politics and the economy, before venturing beyond her niche and shifting focus to business and tech.

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China champions internet inclusivity as user base hits 1.125B
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16 February, 2026

China champions internet inclusivity as user base hits 1.125B

China tops the world with 1.125 billion internet users, cementing its role as a dominant force in the global digital...
Singapore goes cash-lite; Asia’s digital shift intensifies
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11 February, 2026

Singapore goes cash-lite; Asia’s digital shift intensifies

Singapore cements its status as a digital economy leader, with its payments market forecast to nearly triple by 2030, driven...
India holds ground on crypto tax, cuts jail time for defaults
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9 February, 2026

India holds ground on crypto tax, cuts jail time for defaults

In her Budget 2026 presentation, Nirmala Sitharaman announced the continuance of the punitive crypto tax, causing dismay among investors.
Portugal’s Bison Bank expands into crypto with stablecoin initiative
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5 February, 2026

Portugal’s Bison Bank expands into crypto with stablecoin initiative

Bison Bank plans a Portuguese stablecoin in 2026, aiming to merge traditional finance with blockchain and offer new digital financial...
Philippines faces looming synthetic identity fraud crisis
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3 February, 2026

Philippines faces looming synthetic identity fraud crisis

An expert warns of rising cases of synthetic identity fraud in the Philippines, challenging the country's progress toward a digital-first...
PH taps blockchain to go beyond transparency talk
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6 January, 2026

PH taps blockchain to go beyond transparency talk

The Philippines is seeking transparency with blockchain, moving Congress to paperless, on-chain records to rebuild public trust.

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