Southeast Asia
First 'Live' Bitcoin Exchange Opens in Vietnam
Open-order exchange VBTC launched in Ho Chi Minh City recently, saying bitcoin's economic benefits outweigh the authorities' concerns.
Philippines Startups Aim to Fulfil Bitcoin's Remittance Promise
Workers sending money home face high fees from 'legacy' payments services. Now some Philippines startups want to change that.
Malaysian Retail Giant i-Pmart Will Hold 100% of its Bitcoin Payments
Online electronics retailer i-Pmart added a bitcoin payment option last week, and its CEO says he's a big believer.
How Bitislands Plans to Turn All of Bali into 'Bitcoin Paradise'
The entire tropical resort island of Bali will become a haven for bitcoin travelers and startups, say project organizers.
Bitcoin-Accepting Restaurant is Malaysia's First
Bitcoin is starting to grow in Malaysia thanks to active local communities and innovative spending services.
New SMS Bitcoin Service Aims at Emerging Markets
Singapore's CoinPip is partnering with a US startup to launch a low-tech solution to send bitcoins via SMS.
International Effort Brings Boost for Bitcoin in Vietnam
A new bitcoin exchange project in Vietnam combines German experience, Israeli technology, and local knowledge to educate and promote.
Indonesia to Add Full Bitcoin Exchange as Merchant Network Grows
An Indonesia-based bitcoin company will launch an open, full trading exchange as the local economy continues to boom.
Singapore Bitcoin ATM Producer Tembusu Gets $300k Seed Funding
Singapore bitcoin ATM producer Tembusu has been valued at S$5.1m and secured S$300,000 in seed funding just after launching.
Vietnam Warns Against Bitcoin, Invokes the Ghost of Gox
Vietnam's State Bank has issued another statement warning against bitcoin, blocking credit institutions from offering any digital currency services.
