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Kazakhstan launches Central Asia's 1st spot BTC ETF, Vietnam officials visit Upbit Global, Japan's Quantum Solutions ups BTC treasury to ~9 BTC.
ByAinvest
Wednesday, Aug 13, 2025 1:00 am ET1min read
Kazakhstan launches Central Asia's 1st spot BTC ETF, Vietnam officials visit Upbit Global, Japan's Quantum Solutions ups BTC treasury to ~9 BTC.
Kazakhstan has made a significant stride in the cryptocurrency market by launching the first spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (BETF) in Central Asia. The new ETF, which will be listed on the Astana International Exchange, marks a milestone for the country, which is already a major player in Bitcoin mining [1]. This move is expected to attract more institutional investors and potentially boost the adoption of cryptocurrencies in the region.Meanwhile, officials from Vietnam have visited Upbit Global, a prominent South Korean cryptocurrency exchange. The visit is part of ongoing efforts to explore the potential of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology in Vietnam. Upbit Global has been expanding its operations in Southeast Asia, aiming to tap into the growing demand for digital assets in the region [2].
In Japan, Quantum Solutions has been actively increasing its Bitcoin treasury holdings. The company recently added nearly 3,000 BTC to its reserves, bringing the total to approximately 9 BTC. This move underscores the growing trend of institutional adoption of Bitcoin as a strategic asset [3]. Quantum Solutions' focus on Bitcoin treasuries aligns with the broader trend of companies seeking to hedge against inflation and other economic uncertainties.
These developments highlight the growing interest and acceptance of cryptocurrencies across different regions and sectors. As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, it is expected that more countries and institutions will explore and invest in digital assets.
References:
[1] https://decrypt.co/news-explorer?pinned=1127881&title=monero-price-dives-after-purported-51-on-xmr-chain-analysis
[2] https://cointelegraph.com/tags/japan
[3] https://www.morningstar.com/news/business-wire/20250812227102/optia-and-patero-launch-industrys-first-post-quantum-enabled-gpu-compute-platform-for-defense-and-edge-applications
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