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Kazakhstan opens crypto market, issues first exchange licence

Kazakhstan\'s central bank has issued its first licence to operate a cryptocurrency exchange under a revised digital asset legal framework. The initial permit went to local company Pax Finance, allowing nationwide trading and custody beyond Astana\'s special financial zone. The central bank said a licensing regime began on May 1 and reiterated firms must also register with it. Authorities have also tightened enforcement, closing about 130 illegal venues and seizing assets.

Finance

Woori Bank reports 4 billion won financial incident linked to pre-sale scam

Woori Bank reported a financial incident worth 4.01 billion won involving an outsider\'s submission of falsified documents. The bank said the incident occurred from Aug. 19 to 30, 2024, and was discovered after it received a request for materials from investigative authorities. The bank said the loss amount has not been confirmed as the matter is under investigation. A bank official linked the case to a discounted pre-sale scam.

Crypto

Top 10 tactics targeting crypto investors, from deepfakes to romance scams

Crypto scam tactics have become more sophisticated in 2026, making investor protection a key market task. The Crypto Basic reported that crypto scams totalled $14 billion in 2025, up from $9.9 billion in 2024. Impersonation crimes surged 1,400 percent, with pig butchering scams and fake investment platforms cited as major drivers. Risks include phishing, fake tokens, social media impersonation, deepfakes, wallet-draining and malware, while recovery remains difficult after blockchain confirmations.