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DARK SECRETS: Zipmex | Vintage Vibes

Zipmex, the embattled cryptocurrency exchange, has arranged to discuss fines of nearly 11 million baht imposed on the company and its chief executive by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), saying talks with potential new investors are ongoing.

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Regulator orders Zipmex to clarify deal payments

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday ordered cryptocurrency exchange Zipmex to clarify news that emerged on Friday regarding its Singapore parent not receiving the latest payment under its buyout agreement with venture capital firm V Ventures Technologies.

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Bailout of crypto exchange Zipmex falters

The rescue plan for the embattled regional crypto exchange Zipmex is beginning to fray after the company failed to receive the most recent payment due under a US$100-million venture capital buyout.

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Zipmex predicts crypto rebound in 2025

The likelihood of an economic recession this year could delay the recovery of the digital asset industry by another year to 2025, says a source from Asian crypto exchange Zipmex, noting the recent surge in prices could be short-lived.

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SEC probes embattled crypto exchange Zipmex

The Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating whether the embattled crypto exchange Zipmex, which is in the midst of being taken over by a Thailand-linked venture capital fund, breached local rules in its offer of certain digital-asset products.

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Collapse of the SCB-Bitkub deal

Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), Thailand's oldest lender, announced on Aug 25 the collapse of its acquisition offer for 51% of the shares of Bitkub Online Co (Bitkub) from Bitkub Capital for 17.8 billion baht, citing regulatory issues.

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SEC issues warning for Zipmex deals

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is warning investors to carefully review individual agreements proposed by crypto exchange Zipmex before deciding to make a deal with the company.

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SEC readies stricter rules for digital assets

The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to impose more stringent regulations on digital assets to mirror the global market, with the aim of increasing investor protection.

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Crypto exchange Zipmex set for $100m buyout

The embattled cryptocurrency exchange Zipmex Asia is poised to be acquired by a venture capital fund for about US$100 million in digital coins and cash, one of the first rescues in Asia since a wave of defaults ripped through the sector.

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Crypto exchange Zipmex in buyout talks with V Ventures

Zipmex Pte, the embattled Asian cryptocurrency exchange, is in advanced talks to receive a financial lifeline from one of its investors, people with knowledge of the matter said.

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SEC in talks over digital asset funds

The Association of Investment Management Companies (AIMC) is in talks with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over plans to let asset managers set up funds that invest in digital assets, providing an alternative option for young people.

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Crypto dreams dashed as regulators tighten rules

Thailand’s goal of becoming Southeast Asia’s leading trading centre for digital assets has suffered a setback, following moves by regulators to tighten rules in the wake of trading irregularities and the collapse of a major acquisition involving a crypto exchange.

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Crypto competition heats up

After months of market volatility and sliding prices, the digital asset landscape in Thailand is poised for intense competition, with new players lining up to enter the sector amid a tightening regulatory environment.

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SEC tightens rules for digital asset ads

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) took steps yesterday to tighten the rules governing the digital asset market and penalise businesses that breach regulations.

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Thailand tightens crypto ad rules after Zipmex freeze

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has tightened rules on advertising by crypto companies, joining countries like Singapore in seeking to protect retail investors in the wake of a US$2-trillion-selloff in digital asset markets.

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Crypto glitches prompt industry rethink

With the recent news of the SCB X-Bitkub deal falling apart and the Zipmex incident, investors in Thailand's digital currency market are facing a negative outlook. The Bangkok Post provides a recap of these events and gathers the views of investment analysts on the lessons learned and where things are…

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Zipmex seeks meeting of potential investors with regulators

Zipmex, the operator of Asian crypto exchange that has sought protection from creditors, plans to bring together potential investors and regulators before it seals a fund-raising plan.

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Another Singapore crypto firm in trouble

SINGAPORE: The beleaguered cryptocurrency lender Hodlnaut says it is the subject of “pending proceedings” involving Singapore police and that it has slashed its workforce.

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Investors In crypto exchange Zipmex seek CEO Lim’s resignation

Some shareholders and potential investors in Asian crypto exchange Zipmex Pte are urging Chief Executive Officer Marcus Lim to step down over management decisions they argue led to a severe cash crunch, people familiar with the matter said.

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Zipmex crisis creates toxic Thai legacy

Smith Chayavorakul had been investing in cryptocurrency for eight months, riding the boom-and-bust cycle of market prices. But things changed when the Singapore-based crypto exchange Zipmex prevented investors from making withdrawals after it was caught in the market meltdown.

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Zipmex to ease some bitcoin, ether withdrawals after altcoins

Asia crypto exchange Zipmex Pte will allow users to partially withdraw Bitcoin and Ether from their trading accounts starting later this week, providing some relief to those caught by the recent meltdown in the digital asset market.

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Zipmex allowing some altcoin withdrawals

Asia crypto exchange Zipmex Pte plans to allow users to withdraw some tokens from their trading accounts.

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Siam Commercial Bank's purchase of crypto exchange Bitkub stalled

A deal to sell a majority stake in Thailand’s largest crypto exchange to the nation’s oldest bank remains stuck in due diligence more than eight months after the plan was unveiled, according to the platform’s co-founder.

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