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Malaysia Cracks Down on Unregistered Crypto Exchanges: Bybit Ordered to Halt Operations

[Dec 31, 2025 4:30 AM] Malaysia has ordered Bybit to halt its crypto exchange operations in the country, as regulators crack down on unregistered platforms. Bybit Faces Enforcement in Malaysia Over Unregistered Crypto Exchange Operations The Securities Commission…

Malaysia’s securities regulator orders Bybit to halt operations

[Dec 30, 2025 10:22 AM] Malaysia’s Securities Commission said that as of Dec. 27, Bybit had complied with its demands to disable its platforms in the country.

Europe not a top priority for Sam Altman’s Worldcoin, exec says

[Oct 7, 2024 11:05 AM] A Worldcoin executive said the company sees a “larger dynamic” in non-European countries, including those in the Asia-Pacific and Latin America regions.

Worldcoin Launches in Guatemala, Poland and Malaysia Introducing Face Auth

[Sep 28, 2024 10:30 PM] Worldcoin has expanded its orb verifications to Guatemala, Poland, and Malaysia amidst a wave of concerns regarding the dangers of artificial intelligence and the difficulty of identifying bots and humans online. The organization also debuted a new…

7 Arrested in Illegal Bitcoin Mining Crackdown in Malaysia

[Aug 21, 2024 2:30 AM] Seven individuals were arrested in Malaysia during a special operation targeting illegal bitcoin mining in Bandar Baru Salak Tinggi and Taman Putra Perdana. The operation, which involved coordinated efforts by law enforcement, focused on detecting…

Malaysia adopts Worldcoin for personal verification and digital ID

[Aug 16, 2024 12:14 PM] Malaysia aims to tackle national challenges and unlock economic opportunities by adopting cutting-edge biometric verification technology.

Malaysian Police Hunt 4 Suspects in Kidnapping Case Involving $1.2M Crypto Ransom

[Aug 13, 2024 2:10 AM] Selangor police in Malaysia are pursuing four local suspects connected to the July 11 kidnapping of a Chinese national and a Malaysian woman near the Lebuharaya Maju Toll Plaza in Cyberjaya. Selangor Police Chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan disclosed…

Judge Urged to Jail Man Who Spent $10M Mistakenly Sent by Crypto.com

[Aug 3, 2024 1:05 AM] Prosecutors are urging a judge to imprison Jatinder Singh, who spent millions of dollars accidentally refunded by Crypto.com. The issue began when Singh attempted to deposit $100 into his Crypto.com account in May 2021. Due to a discrepancy between…

Malaysia Launches Special Operation to Crack Down on Crypto Tax Evasion

[Jun 15, 2024 10:03 PM] Malaysia’s Inland Revenue Board (IRB), in collaboration with the Royal Malaysia Police and Cybersecurity Malaysia (CSM), recently launched a special operation codenamed “Ops Token” to tackle tax revenue losses from cryptocurrency…

Microsoft pours $2.2B into Malaysia for cloud, AI expansion

[May 2, 2024 3:24 AM] In a statement, Microsoft said it will collaborate with the Malaysian government to establish a “national AI Center of Excellence” and improve cybersecurity capabilities.

How to buy Bitcoin in Malaysia

[Apr 30, 2024 2:10 AM] Learn how to safely purchase Bitcoin in Malaysia, exploring legal regulations, various purchasing methods and essential considerations for security and accessibility.

The explosive revelations of Caroline Ellison: Law Decoded

[Oct 16, 2023 2:30 PM] SBF’s former girlfriend admits to fraud during her time as CEO of Alameda Research.

Hata receives in-principle approval to be fifth Malaysian digital exchange

[Oct 11, 2023 1:30 PM] The new exchange was founded by an executive from Malaysian market leader Luno. It will target investors, businesses, and high-net-worth individuals.

Vietnam, the Philippines, and Brunei to Join ASEAN QR Payment System to Reduce Dependence on US Dollar

[Aug 29, 2023 1:30 AM] Vietnam, the Philippines, and Brunei will join a QR payment system to settle cross-border payments using local currencies within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) bloc. The network, already being used between Indonesia and…

Crypto Mining Crackdown in Malaysia: Sarawak Police and Energy Plant Dismantle Illegal Mining Operation

[Jul 30, 2023 11:30 PM] A covert cryptocurrency mining operation, suspected of electricity theft, was uncovered in a Marina Square shophouse in Miri, Malaysia. Representatives from the Sarawak police and Sarawak Energy plant revealed that the successful operation was made…

China and Malaysia to Research AI for Blockchain Applications in Trade

[Jun 19, 2023 2:30 AM] Blockchain developers from Malaysia will be working with Chinese colleagues to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) in foreign trade. The collaboration, which is part of a China-led international research program, aims to speed up cross-border…

Huobi HK Offers Spot Trading and Custodial Solutions in Hong Kong Following Licensing Regime Implementation

[May 29, 2023 3:30 PM] On May 29, Huobi HK announced its expansion of services after Hong Kong implemented its new crypto exchange license system. The platform now provides spot and custodial services to both retail and institutional customers in Hong Kong. Huobi’s…

Huobi Global ordered to halt operations in Malaysia

[May 22, 2023 4:02 AM] Securities Commission Malaysia has ordered Huobi Global to stop all activity after failing to register to operate in the country.

Malaysia Says Crypto Exchange Huobi Global Isn't Registered, Must Cease Operations

[May 22, 2023 2:31 AM] The country's regulator told CEO Leon Li to ensure the website and mobile apps are disabled.

10 Southeast Asian Nations Challenge Dollar Dominance With Push for Local Currencies

[May 13, 2023 8:00 PM] The leaders of 10 Southeast Asian nations, members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), have agreed to “encourage the use of local currencies for economic and financial transactions.” The group comprises Brunei…

China Ready to Talk Asian Monetary Fund to Cut Dollar Dependence, Malaysia Says

[Apr 5, 2023 8:00 AM] An idea to establish an Asian Monetary Fund has caught the attention of the Chinese leadership, the head of the Malaysian government revealed. The prime minister believes there is no reason for his country, which is hurting from a strong U.S…

Malaysia enlists China to help end USD dependence for trade

[Apr 4, 2023 11:00 PM] More proposals and currency concepts are emerging as Asia ramps up its efforts to distance itself from U.S. dollar hegemony.

India to Facilitate International Settlements in Rupees to Reduce Dependence on the US Dollar

[Apr 3, 2023 2:30 AM] The government of India has announced that it will facilitate the settlement of international transactions using its national currency, the rupee. As part of its foreign trading policy framework implemented on April 1, the country introduced this…