Regulation

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Pig Butchering Scams Trigger U.S. Sanctions on Philippine Tech Firm

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Funnull Technology Inc. and its administrator for ties to pig butchering scams, escalating pressure on crypto fraud networks. In a move that underscores the intensifying crackdown on cryptocurrency-related fraud, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has

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By: Glinda Green
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The First AI to Decode RA 7160 in the Philippines: How Ganap with Eli’s Eliezer Rabadon is Shaking Up the Legal System

Ganap With Eli's Eliezer Rabadon didn’t just build a GPT—he unlocked RA 7160 for the people by turning a dense legal code into a chatbot you can actually talk to. For most Filipinos, the Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160) is a complicated document reserved

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By: zed leplin

Michael Lance Domagas: The Industries That Need Blockchain—And How Developers Can Get In

Blockchain is expanding beyond crypto, but which industries are adopting it the fastest? Blockchain is finding practical applications in industries that require immutable and transparent record-keeping beyond just cryptocurrency. From financial transactions to supply chain logistics, gaming assets, and public governance, businesses and institutions are beginning to adopt blockchain to

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By: zed leplin

Eman Ignacio on Crypto Caution, Community Fit, and the Business of Building at Coins.ph

When a crypto project wants to partner with Coins.ph, it doesn’t just need funding or hype. It needs to pass a rigorous filter, one shaped by regulation, reputation, and relevance to Filipino users. Not every crypto leader entered the space with a grand vision. Some arrived during quiet

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By: zed leplin

Will Blockchain Fix Corruption? Michael Lance Domagas on Transparency in Public Services

Blockchain technology is often praised for its ability to provide transparency and security, but can it help combat corruption in government operations? As governments struggle with accountability issues, blockchain is being explored as a potential solution to prevent fraud and ensure financial integrity in public services. One of the major

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By: zed leplin

Remittances, Regulation, and Real Use Cases: Eman Ignacio on Coins.ph’s 2025 Game Plan for Philippine Crypto Growth

Binance is out. Offshore exchanges are under fire. And in the middle of this regulatory shake-up, Coins.ph is stepping up, not just to survive, but to lead the next phase of crypto accessibility in the Philippines. The country is tightening its grip on Philippine crypto regulation, and Coins.ph

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By: zed leplin

Davao LGU Embraces Maximum Transparency, Training Developers to Build with Blockchain

While most cities are still exploring digital transformation, Davao is moving beyond exploration. It is actively training its government developers to build directly on the blockchain. From April 7 to 11, 2025, the Davao City Local Government Unit is hosting the ICP Code Camp. This five-day blockchain immersion program transforms

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By: zed leplin
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When Tech Meets Governance: Coach Miranda Miner Talks to the Trailblazers Behind Davao’s Blockchain Adoption

What happens when a city under constant cyberattack teams up with developers and blockchain educators to future-proof its systems? At a glance, the story sounds like science fiction. A city government embarks on a digital transformation with the help of a Web3 developer group and a blockchain foundation. But that’

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By: zed leplin

NFT Davao's Churchill Brizuela on Why Local Governments Are Warming Up to Blockchain

Blockchain adoption is often linked to financial applications, but for local governments, security has emerged as the real game changer. In Davao, authorities exploring blockchain technology were first drawn to its security benefits, only to later realize it could also drastically cut costs. Governments worldwide have been slow to embrace

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By: zed leplin

Beyond Crypto: Michael Lance Domagas on How Blockchain Could Transform Finance, Gaming, and Public Services

Blockchain technology is often synonymous with cryptocurrency, but its real-world applications go far beyond digital assets. From improving financial transparency to securing land titles and revolutionizing gaming, blockchain could make its mark across multiple industries. When people hear "blockchain," they often think of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency trading. However,

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By: zed leplin
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More Than Just Art: Churchill Brizuela on NFT Davao’s Expanding Role in Web3

If you think NFTs are just about overpriced JPEGs, you haven’t met NFT Davao. While the rest of the world debates whether NFTs are dead, this community is proving they are just getting started. Some still associate NFTs with overpriced digital art, but NFT Davao is redefining this notion.

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By: zed leplin

Trump Signs Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

US President Donald Trump has signed an order for making a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and US Digital Asset Stockpile. This makes the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve the largest in the world.  What is the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve? The White House Fact Sheet explains: “With a fixed supply of 21

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By: glinda green

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