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On 6 March 2025, the President of the United States, Donald Trump, signed an executive order establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve, positioning the cryptocurrency alongside traditional assets such as gold and oil within the nation’s reserves. This groundbreaking move signifies the formal recognition of Bitcoin as a significant financial instrument, solidifying its role in the…
Tokocrypto, Indonesia’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, has launched TokoPlay, a Telegram-based mini-game designed to boost cryptocurrency adoption through interactive and entertaining experiences. Soft-launched on 18 December 2024, TokoPlay offers users the chance to win exciting prizes while exploring the world of digital currencies. TokoPlay features a simple yet engaging gameplay mechanic where players match emojis to…
Pintu is taking proactive steps to enhance public education and literacy on digital assets by participating in the Blockchain and Crypto Literacy (BLK) 2025 event. This initiative aims to equip the public with a deeper understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency investments. Advancing Public Awareness and Understanding Pintu’s involvement in BLK 2025 underscores its commitment…
The recent executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve has sent ripples through global financial markets, with significant implications for Indonesia’s burgeoning cryptocurrency sector. U.S. Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve On Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve, funded by Bitcoin seized in criminal…
The Indonesian Crypto Asset Traders Association (Aspakrindo) is set to host the 2025 Blockchain Literacy Kick-off (BLK 2025) event, aimed at improving public understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency. Scheduled for March 2025, the event is expected to attract over 300 participants, including industry experts, academics, and cryptocurrency enthusiasts. BLK 2025 will feature a series…
The Indonesian Financial Services Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan, OJK) is closely monitoring the evolution of blockchain technology and its potential applications within the banking sector. This move aligns with global financial trends as institutions explore digital innovations to maintain competitiveness in an increasingly tech-driven landscape. Dian Ediana Rae, Chief Executive of Banking Supervision at OJK,…
Indonesia has witnessed a significant surge in cryptocurrency trading following the transfer of regulatory oversight from the Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti) to the Financial Services Authority (OJK) on 10 January 2025. According to the latest report from OJK, the value of cryptocurrency transactions reached IDR 44.07 trillion in January 2025, marking a remarkable…
Cryptocurrency derivatives trading in Indonesia has shown remarkable growth, reflecting the increasing public interest in digital investment instruments. The introduction of cryptocurrency derivatives provides investors with additional flexibility to capitalise on price movements, opening more opportunities for participation in the rapidly expanding crypto market. Growth of the Cryptocurrency Market Recent data indicates a substantial increase…
Indonesia has taken a significant step forward in the cryptocurrency industry with the launch of DRX Token, a locally developed digital asset officially introduced by the Head of the Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti). This initiative reflects Indonesia’s commitment to actively participating in the global digital asset ecosystem while fostering financial technology innovation at…