Asia Crypto News: Asia’s Banks Look to Stablecoins (USDC, USDT) to Prevent Deposit Flight

Asian banks are adopting stablecoins like USDT and USDC to prevent deposit flight and streamline cross-border transactions, with major institutions in Korea, Japan, and Hong Kong leading the charge.
Curve DAO [CRV]: $0.42 could be next – Here’s what you should know
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Curve DAO token (CRV) has dropped 32% in two weeks, with bearish trends suggesting a potential fall to $0.42. Persistent selling pressure and failed resistance tests indicate further downside risks.
Analyst Drops Bomb On Bitcoin Vs. Global M2 Money Comparisons | Bitcoinist.com

A crypto analyst highlights a timing mismatch between Bitcoin’s price peak and Global M2 money supply expansion, suggesting BTC may anticipate macro shifts rather than follow liquidity trends directly.
Bitwise Dogecoin, Aptos ETF Filing Updates Suggest Path to Approvals: Analyst – Decrypt

Bitwise’s updated Dogecoin and Aptos ETF filings indicate progress, with analyst Eric Balchunas predicting approval within 2-4 months due to improved SEC engagement and in-kind creation features.
Bakkt Files for $1 Billion Shelf Offering, May Allocate to Bitcoin – Crypto News Bitcoin News

Bakkt Holdings filed a $1 billion mixed securities shelf offering with the SEC, potentially allocating funds for bitcoin acquisitions as part of its updated investment strategy.
AI-Focused Layer-1 Blockchain Altcoin SAHARA Flames Out Following New Binance Listing – The Daily Hodl

AI-focused altcoin SAHARA drops 32% after Binance listing, despite being added to multiple platforms including Binance Earn and Futures. The project aims to decentralize AI development.
Bitwise adds in-kind redemptions to DOGE, APT ETF filings

Bitwise amended its Dogecoin and Aptos ETF filings to include in-kind redemptions, allowing investors to exchange shares for tokens. The move aligns with SEC discussions on crypto ETF structures.
Stablecoin Checkup: Trump-Backed Company Plans To Launch App, Audit

Trump-backed US Liberty Financial plans to release an audit for its USD1 stablecoin and launch a mobile app. The audit will detail reserves, while the app targets everyday investors. WLF also hinted at listing its governance token.
Ethereum stuck below $2.5K – Why ETH price hangs on THESE triggers!

Ethereum struggles below $2.5K, with bullish momentum hinging on breaking a long-term trendline and surpassing $2.575 resistance. Institutional accumulation by Sharplink Gaming signals confidence.
North Korea crypto hackers tap ChatGPT, Malaysia road money siphoned: Asia Express
North Korean hackers use ChatGPT to automate crypto theft, targeting balances over $200. Malaysian highway funds are diverted to crypto. South Korean officials reveal findings from seized servers.