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PH Government Explores Nationwide Facebook Ban Over Safety Concerns

Weekly Crypto Roundup Get the weekly briefing for Philippine crypto insiders, from the country’s longest-standing crypto and blockchain news publication. Philippine regulatory authorities are evaluating proposals to ban or geo-block Facebook nationwide, citing severe child safety risks, rampant misinformation, and Meta’s delayed response during violent crisis events. The move follows a high-profile campus shooting in…

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Thailand’s SEC Seeks Comment on Draft Regulations for Crypto ETFs

Key Takeaways Thailand’s SEC is seeking comments from the public concerning legitimate spot crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Bitcoin (BTC) and ethereum (ETH) funds will start the initial process, with altcoins to follow if funds meet criteria. The latest SEC press release from Thailand is more directed at retail investors than high-net-worth and institutional ones. Thailand’s…

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Metaplanet Moves 1,000 BTC Into Coinbase Prime Custody

Key Takeaways Metaplanet moved 1,000 BTC ($79.77 million) into Coinbase Prime. The transfer follows Metaplanet crossing 43,000 BTC in total holdings just days earlier. Metaplanet’s average cost basis sits near $96,000 per coin, above bitcoin’s price for much of this year. A Milestone Stack, Built Fast Japanese bitcoin treasury giant Metaplanet once again moved 1,000…

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