Tag: Thailand
Alleged Bitcoin mining scam reported in Thailand
An alleged cryptocurrency mining scam has been reported to Thai police; 140 investors are reportedly affected. Read more: cointelegraph.com
Thailand studies blockchain for apps in trade finance
Two feasibility studies on blockchain technology have been launched by Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce. Read more: www.ccn.com
Thailand eyes digital ID system based on face recognition
Thailand’s cabinet has reportedly drafted a bill proposing an e-KYC digital ID system based on facial recognition.
Bangkok Bank invites FinTechs to its second accelerator program
Bangkok Bank is inviting FinTech companies from around the world to join the second cohort of its accelerator program. Read more: fintech.global
Thailand embarks on central bank digital currency
The Bank of Thailand outlined its roadmap for developing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) with 'Project Inthanon' in a prototype expected before Q1 2019 Read more: www.ccn.com
Thailand Bitcoin fraud case ropes in bank staff
The investigation into the Thailand bitcoin fraud case involving a Finnish national who lost 5,564 bitcoins to Thai fraudsters has now widened its reach Read more: www.ccn.com
Korean crypto giant Bithumb eyes Japan and Thailand for expansion
Bithumb is awaiting the approval of Japanese Financial Services Agency (FSA) and Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Read more: www.ccn.com
Thailand is planning a ‘bond coin’
A self-regulatory organization in Thailand is planning to create a custom token aimed to speed up corporate bond settlement in the country. Read more: coindesk.com
Thailand’s securities firms plan to launch a cryptocurrency exchange
The association of securities firms in Thailand is reportedly planning to jointly launch a new cryptocurrency exchange amid growing investor interest. Read more: ccn.com
Thai Bank pilots cross-border transaction using blockchain
Thailand's Bank of Ayudhya successfully piloted a cross-border transaction using its own blockchain interledger, it announced Tuesday. Read more: www.coindesk.com