Asia

HSBC Hong Kong stablecoin gets a name, euro-backed tokens soar
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1 October, 2026

HSBC Hong Kong stablecoin gets a name, euro-backed tokens soar

HSBC RedCoin launches in Hong Kong as Asia's stablecoin use grows; meanwhile, the UAE pilots dirham payments, and euro stablecoins...
Nigeria, Ethiopia push digitalization across Africa
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22 September, 2026

Nigeria, Ethiopia push digitalization across Africa

Kazakhstan advances a tenge-pegged stablecoin and $50M Iconic Tower tokenization as Nigeria and Ethiopia expand digitalization efforts.
Digital assets lead 26% of APAC cross-border payment discussions
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14 August, 2026

Digital assets lead 26% of APAC cross-border payment discussions

Digital currencies, stablecoins, and tokenization lead Asia’s cross-border payment trends, with the market expected to reach $24 trillion by 2033.
Philippines’ digital economy hits 2.5% of GDP: ADB
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10 August, 2026

Philippines’ digital economy hits 2.5% of GDP: ADB

The Philippines trails Asia's digital economy leaders, said ADB, while WSFS reports growing digital wallet adoption and debit-first spending in...
Hanoi AI classrooms hit 92% student engagement
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11 June, 2026

Hanoi AI classrooms hit 92% student engagement

Hanoi's education sector is integrating AI and digital resources to enhance learning, boost student engagement, and support innovative teaching methods.
Armenia modernizes IDs in push for EU’s visa liberalization
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18 May, 2026

Armenia modernizes IDs in push for EU’s visa liberalization

Armenia adopts a new biometric system to modernize identity documents, enhancing visa processes and supporting digitalization initiatives.