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Coinbase Blocks Russian Addresses; Philippines Plans CBDC
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Coinbase Blocks Russian Addresses; Philippines Plans CBDC
Coinbase blocks 25,000 Russian wallet addresses. Hong Kong’s iconic Star Ferry recreated in the metaverse. The Philippines joins a growing band of countries planning a CBDC. W...
Coinbase Blocks Russian Addresses; Philippines Plans CBDC
By CoinDesk Staff
Mar 8, 2022 at 4:32 p.m. UTC
Mar 8, 2022
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Manila, Philippines. (Image credit: Alexes Gerard/Unsplash)
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Philippines Crypto Exchange PDAX Raises $50M Series B Led by Tiger Global
The exchange wants to bring crypto to the Philippines, where P2E game Axie Infinity has flourished.
Manila, Philippines. (Image credit: Alexes Gerard/Unsplash)
By Eliza Gkritsi
Feb 10, 2022 at 12:19 p.m. UTC
Feb 10, 2022
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UnionBank of the Philippines Picks IBM and Metaco for Crypto Custody
Leveraging IBM’s key management capabilities, Metaco’s Seamus Donoghue said there are a number of similar deals in the pipeline.
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By Ian Allison
Jan 20, 2022 at 6:00 a.m. UTC
Jan 20, 2022
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Animoca Brands Leads $18M Series A for Play-to-Earn Upstart Avocado Guild
The guild wants to empower members to participate in virtual worlds and Web 3.
An illustration of the Avocado Guild metaverse. (Avocado Guild)
By Eliza Gkritsi
Nov 24, 2021 at 10:01 a.m. UTC
Nov 24, 2021
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Circle Invests in JPYC, Baby Shark NFTs Announced
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Circle Invests in JPYC, Baby Shark NFTs Announced
Axie Infinity earnings drop below minimum wage level in the Philippines. USDC issuer Circle to invest in Japanese yen stablecoin. Baby Shark creator announces an NFT series. W...
Circle Invests in JPYC, Baby Shark NFTs Announced
By CoinDesk Staff
Nov 16, 2021 at 4:19 p.m. UTC
Nov 16, 2021
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Why Axie Infinity Caught Fire in the Philippines
Why was the Philippines uniquely primed for the rapid and widespread adoption of Axie Infinity and other crypto opportunities?
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By Michael J. CaseySheila Warren
Nov 12, 2021 at 4:35 p.m. UTC
Nov 12, 2021
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Philippines Trials Blockchain Voting, Byron Bay to Host Crypto Mining
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Philippines Trials Blockchain Voting, Byron Bay to Host Crypto Mining
The Philippines looks to blockchain voting for overseas workers. Australia’s Byron Bay to host crypto mining operation. Alipay and Tencent rebrand NFTs as digital collectibles...
Philippines Trials Blockchain Voting, Byron Bay to Host Crypto Mining
By CoinDesk Staff
Oct 26, 2021 at 3:08 p.m. UTC
Oct 26, 2021
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Some Filipino Merchants Prefer Payment in Axie’s SLP
Hoping to benefit from the success of the blockchain game, merchants in the Philippines are now accepting Axie’s Smooth Love Potion (SLP) token.
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By Leah Callon-Butler
Aug 25, 2021 at 7:24 p.m. UTC
Aug 25, 2021
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Axies from the play-to-earn game Axie Infinity.
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Philippines Looks to Tax Hit Blockchain Game Axie Infinity: Report
The country is the video game's leading market.
Axies from the play-to-earn game Axie Infinity.
By Eliza Gkritsi
Aug 25, 2021 at 9:18 a.m. UTC
Aug 25, 2021
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Professor Jailed for Crypto Scam, Cryptopunks Trading Volume Soars
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Professor Jailed for Crypto Scam, Cryptopunks Trading Volume Soars
A South Korean professor and presidential campaign advisor jailed over a crypto scam. The Philippines says Axie Infinity earnings are subject to tax, and Cryptopunks’ NFT trad...
Professor Jailed for Crypto Scam, Cryptopunks Trading Volume Soars
By CoinDesk Staff
Aug 24, 2021 at 3:49 p.m. UTC
Aug 24, 2021
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