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The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned a Coinbase cryptocurrency advertising campaign, ruling it “irresponsible” for downplaying investment risks amid economic pressures. The decision, announced January 27, 2026, follows complaints about a satirical video and three posters that linked Coinbase to solutions for the cost-of-living crisis. **What Happened?** The campaign, launched in August 2025, featured a musical-style video depicting …

South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) is pushing forward with proposals to impose ownership caps on cryptocurrency exchanges, signaling a major regulatory shift to enhance oversight in the virtual asset sector. On January 28, 2026, FSC Chairman Lee Eog-weon emphasized the need to limit major shareholders’ stakes to around 20% (with discussions centering on 15-20%), treating leading platforms as critical …

Nomura’s crypto-focused subsidiary, Laser Digital, has filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish Laser Digital National Trust Bank (LDNTB), a proposed federally regulated national trust bank dedicated to digital assets. Announced on January 27, 2026, this move aims to deepen Laser Digital’s institutional presence in the U.S. by providing regulated custody and …

Asian markets opened unevenly on January 28, 2026, as investors balanced risk assets like cryptocurrency with safe-haven commodities amid ongoing global uncertainty. Bitcoin (BTC) traded around $88,000–$89,000, showing resilience after recent pullbacks, while gold extended its rally to fresh all-time highs above $5,100 per ounce. Bitcoin Update BTC has fluctuated in the $87K–$89K range over the past day, reflecting cautious …

Thailand is reeling from a high-profile corruption case involving senior Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) officials accused of facilitating illegal Bitcoin mining by abusing their positions to enable massive electricity theft. The scandal, exposed in late January 2026, has ignited public outrage over misuse of state resources and governance failures in the energy sector. What Happened? The Department of Special Investigation …