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Gate.io Celebrates 12th Anniversary with a Major Brand Upgrade: Opening the Gateway to the Future of Crypto

1 week ago | bitpinas.com | Michael Mislos

PRESS RELEASE | Apr 11th, Panama – Global leading cryptocurrency exchange Gate.io is marking a significant milestone—its 12th anniversary—by unveiling a comprehensive brand upgrade, including the debut of its new official Chinese name, “Damen“(大门, meaning “The Gate“).
SEC New Draft Crypto Rules Adds ₱100M Capital Requirement, Registration Exemptions

1 week ago | bitpinas.com | Michael Mislos

The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has removed broad provisions and introduced stricter operational requirements in the newly revised draft rules for Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs). The proposed issuance, now titled “SEC Guidelines on the Operations of Crypto-Assets Service Providers,” removes or revises several high-level policy sections from the original “SEC Rules on Crypto-Assets Service Providers,” in favor of highly detailed technical and compliance guidelines.
Scoop: Is Crypto Finally Coming to the UnionBank App?

1 week ago | bitpinas.com | Michael Mislos

Some users now see a “Buy/Sell Crypto” option — but access is limited and gated by a strict assessment. UnionBank of the Philippines appears to have quietly begun rolling out a crypto trading onboarding process within its mobile banking app. The new feature, labeled “Buy/Sell Crypto,” has appeared for select users.
83% of Crypto Investors Have Been Scammed or Hacked, Study Reveals | BitPinas

2 weeks ago | bitpinas.com | Shiela Bertillo

A new study by ChainPlay and Storible shows that 83% of crypto investors have fallen victim to scams or hacks, with average losses of $2,622 per person and $27B lost across exchanges. Social media impersonation tops the list of fraud tactics.
Webcast: Crypto News Recap | Fishballs, Ethereum, Market Update

2 weeks ago | bitpinas.com | Michael Mislos

The BitPinas Webcast returns for a brand new season, where we interview the leaders who move the industry forward. In this week’s episode, we’ll be diving deep into the latest market movements, blockchain innovations, and industry updates that matter.
ZachXBT’s Complete Toolkit: Top Blockchain Investigation and OSINT Tools Explained | BitPinas

3 weeks ago | bitpinas.com | Shiela Bertillo

Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT reveals his personal toolkit for tracing wallets, analyzing on-chain data, performing OSINT, and more. Includes tools like TRM, Arkham, MetaSleuth, and Wayback Machine.
Crypto Complicates OFW ‘Zero Remittance Week’ Push — But Impact May Be Overhyped, Says Expert | BitPinas

4 weeks ago | bitpinas.com | Michael Mislos

As calls for a “Zero Remittance Week” gain traction among Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), experts say the rise of cryptocurrency as an alternative remittance channel may complicate both the organization and impact of any potential boycott — even though crypto remains largely used behind the scenes rather than directly by consumers. The idea of withholding remittances as a form of protest has surfaced repeatedly over the years, often during moments of political or economic unrest.
[Discount Code Available!] Southeast Asia Blockchain Week 2025: A Celebration of Innovation and Collaboration in Web3 | BitPinas

1 month ago | bitpinas.com

Expect unmatched networking opportunities with top-tier entrepreneurs, investors, developers, and policymakers—all eager to forge partnerships that will redefine the future.
Quick Take: EOS Network Rebrands as Vaulta, Pivots to Web3 Banking

1 month ago | bitpinas.com | Michael Mislos

EOS Network, known for its record-breaking $4.1 billion initial coin offering (ICO) in 2018, has officially rebranded to Vaulta, shifting its focus to web3 banking. Quick Take delivers key facts fast—concise, clear, and easy to read. Perfect for busy readers. Scheduled for May 2025, EOS tokens will be replaced with new Vaulta tokens at a 1:1 ratio through a swap portal available for four months after launch.
Duterte’s Arrest Sparks Solana Memecoins, But Almost Nobody’s Buying

1 month ago | bitpinas.com | Michael Mislos

Shortly after former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested based on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant, crypto enthusiasts swiftly launched Duterte-themed memecoins on the Solana-based Pump.fun platform. Despite the high-profile news, however, these memecoins have failed to attract significant investor attention or trading activity. Quick Take delivers key facts fast—concise, clear, and easy to read. Perfect for busy readers.