A16z Crypto Opens Seoul Office, Names Sungmo Park to Lead Asia

Xiaomi will preinstall a Sei crypto wallet and discovery app on new phones sold outside mainland China and the United States, expanding on‑device access to the Sei network. The move could accelerate onboarding and attention for the SEI token among Xiaomi’s global user base.

VeChain has added Draper Dragon and Fenbushi Capital as institutional validators following the Hayabusa upgrade. The appointments strengthen governance and signal renewed venture interest in VET.

CryptoUK has partnered with The Digital Chamber (TDC) to create a cross‑border advocacy platform aimed at unifying industry positions on digital asset regulation. The alliance seeks to present a coordinated voice to policymakers across the UK, U.S. and beyond.

BMW has begun using JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain platform to automate cash reserve transfers between its European and U.S. accounts, streamlining part of its foreign-exchange operations. The move underscores growing adoption of blockchain for corporate treasury tasks.

Dubai Customs signed a partnership with Binance on Dec 8, 2025 to embed blockchain and crypto payments into customs workflows, aiming to speed trade and cut transaction costs. The deal signals a push to bolster Dubai’s standing in the global digital economy.