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Chinese Pull Crypto TV Video Following Binance CEO’s CommentsEarlier this week, a Chinese state-owned TV channel featured a segment shedding light on Bitcoin, emphasizing its surging popularity and widespread adoption. The piece, broadcast on China Central Television (CCTV) on Wednesday, was met with enthusiasm from crypto proponents. However, on Thursday the video was removed from the TV broadcaster’s platform.Photo by Road Trip with Raj on UnsplashA perceived policy shiftThe segment sought to provide viewers with a comprehensive overview of digital assets, their diverse applications, and potential benefits. The reaction of Changpeng Zhao (CZ), CEO of global crypto exchange Binance, stoked up further community interest. Taking to Twitter, CZ stated:“CCTV (China Central Television) just broadcasted crypto. It’s a big deal. The Chinese speaking communities are buzzing. Historically, coverages like these led to bull runs.”CZ’s tweet reverberated throughout the crypto space, leaving many curious about his perspective on the TV segment’s significance. A highly influential personality in the crypto sector, CZ later clarified his stance, asserting that the segment signaled a shift in China’s approach to cryptocurrencies. He proposed that the state media’s coverage reflected a more positive sentiment and hinted at a potentially evolving regulatory landscape.Video removalSoon after CZ’s comments, the Chinese state media broadcaster removed the video segment focusing on Bitcoin. This development raised eyebrows and fueled speculations regarding the motives behind its removal. Within the crypto community, many speculated that CZ’s mention of the segment might have prompted Chinese authorities to take it down. However, the precise reasons behind the removal remain uncertain.One of the events that triggered the video segment appears to have been news earlier this week that Hong Kong is moving to enable crypto trading at a retail level. There’s been significant reporting on crypto developments related to Hong Kong over the course of the past six months. There has been a notable policy shift, and it appears that Chinese authorities are happy to see Hong Kong compete openly to become a regional hub for the crypto sector.There’s no doubt that people in the crypto sector would like to see signs of a softening of the approach to crypto in mainland China too. Many might have perceived this TV airtime as an indicator of that. However, it’s more likely that the Chinese are pursuing a dual-pronged strategy. They’re very cleverly participating in the developing innovation in digital assets via the Chinese autonomous territory of Hong Kong, while at the same time, maintaining a hardline stance against crypto on the mainland.The crypto sector continues to progress, and the regulatory landscape is ever-changing within various jurisdictions. On that basis, and given the importance of the Chinese market, it’s worthwhile to continue to closely monitor China’s actions. Any changes in the country’s approach to cryptocurrencies can have far-reaching consequences for the industry.Whether this recent event signals a more optimistic outlook or merely underscores the persisting regulatory uncertainty, it serves as a reminder that the crypto landscape is in constant evolution, holding surprises around every corner.

AIITONE Partners with UAE’s Royal Office to Boost Fintech Industry in AsiaAIITONE, an immersive tech company based in South Korea, has taken a significant step towards expanding its reach to the Middle East, according to Korean news outlet Newsis. The company recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Royal Private Office of H.H Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al Qassimi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The partnership between the two entities aims to bolster the fintech industry in South Korea, China, and Japan.Photo by Editz central Editors on PexelsUAE and East AsiaThe Royal Office, known for its diverse business ventures in the fields of real estate, global trading, consulting, and others, provides valuable guidance and strategies to enterprises in the UAE and the Gulf Cooperation Council. Lately, the Royal Office has been looking to expand its operations into East Asia, making this collaboration with AIITONE a strategic move.Security token and CBDCAs part of their joint efforts, the Royal Office plans to invest in promising Korean startups and facilitate the establishment of UAE banks’ Korean branches. Furthermore, the Royal Office intends to support Korean businesses in entering the Middle East market. Emphasizing their commitment to cutting-edge financial technologies, both parties will also work together on security token projects and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), areas where Dubai is at the forefront of innovation.To facilitate the smooth implementation of these plans, Royal Office officials will visit AIITONE’s headquarters in Busan, Korea, next month. This visit will foster greater understanding and cooperation between the two organizations.An AIITONE representative expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, recognizing it as an opportunity to witness the Middle East’s growing interest in blockchain-based financial technology. Leveraging its expertise in Web3 technologies, such as extended reality (XR), artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain, AIITONE strives to contribute to the development of both countries in the realms of digital economy and technology.

CoinFLEX Effects Partial Repayment of SmartBCH DebtCoinFLEX, a Seychelles-based crypto yield platform that operated the BCH to sBCH cross-chain bridge, has taken a significant step towards its restructuring plans by partially repaying its debts to SmartBCH Alliance.Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on PexelsBitcoin Cash sidechainAs part of the repayment, SmartBCH, a Bitcoin Cash sidechain compatible with Ethereum, received distributions from CoinFLEX, including approximately 4.28 million rvUSD ($750,000), 652,000 USDC ($652,000), and 6,834 BCH ($1.6 million). Notably, 80% of the received USDC has been swapped into Bitcoin Cash, while the remaining portion has been reserved to cover legal and operational expenses. SmartBCH currently holds a total of 10,758 BCH.The repayment to SmartBCH comes amidst a significant surge in the price of Bitcoin Cash, which has witnessed a remarkable increase of over 110% in the past seven days. This surge has positioned Bitcoin Cash as a top performer among major currencies in the crypto market, according to data from CoinGecko.Bitcoin Cash, along with other Bitcoin forks, has been benefiting from the overall rise in the cryptocurrency market. The increased interest can be attributed to the flurry of spot Bitcoin ETF filings that have taken place recently.The positive developments surrounding CoinFLEX and Bitcoin Cash have also had a ripple effect on associated tokens. $FLEX and $OX, tokens connected to CoinFLEX, have experienced notable increases in value, rising by 53% and 65% respectively over the past week.CoinFLEX itself has been undergoing a significant restructuring process that was approved by the Seychelles Courts on March 6. The exchange initially suspended withdrawals in June 2022, citing extreme market conditions and uncertainty related to a counterparty.CoinFLEX was one of several crypto firms affected by the collapse of the Terra ecosystem in May 2022, resulting in the loss of over $40 billion in investor value within a short period. In September, the company revealed its restructuring proposal, which involved offering over 65% of its equity to creditors and allocating 15% to employees.OPNX rebrandLast March, CoinFLEX rebranded itself as Open Exchange (OPNX) following the approval of its restructuring plan. The founders of CoinFLEX, Mark Lamb and Sudhu Arumugam, are collaborating with Kyle Davies and Su Zhu, the co-founders of the bankrupt crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital (3AC), on the new Dubai-based venture.SmartBCH has announced its intention to open an account on OPNX and gradually convert rvUSD into Bitcoin Cash through the exchange. It is worth noting that, as part of the restructuring terms, SmartBCH is entitled to common equity in CoinFLEX and one board seat, although it has not received these benefits at present.Additionally, SmartBCH has burned 33,365.67 sBCH tokens, returning them to the old bridge address. As a result, the total sBCH in circulation on the sidechain now amounts to 67,756.766.To further enhance stability, SmartBCH has entered into an agreement with CoinFLEX to assume responsibility for maintaining the 1:1 peg between sBCH (the sidechain’s native token) and BCH.