CapitaLand Investment is reportedly in discussions to sell a technology park project located in Chennai, southern India, to Mindspace Business Parks REIT. Bloomberg posted on X that the negotiations are ongoing, with both parties exploring the potential transaction. The technology park in question is part of CapitaLand's portfolio in India, where the company has been actively involved in real estate development. Mindspace Business Parks REIT, known for its focus on commercial real estate, is considering the acquisition as part of its expansion strategy in the region. The outcome of these talks remains uncertain as both companies continue to evaluate the terms of the deal.

Hong Kong Telecom's subsidiaries, csl and 1010, have announced emergency support for customers located in the Middle East. According to Ming Pao, the affected regions include the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Israel, Iraq, Iran, Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda has expressed optimism about the future role of blockchain technology. According to Jin10, Ueda believes that blockchain could evolve into a foundational infrastructure for transactions and settlements involving various assets and services, including delivery versus payment systems. This perspective underscores the growing recognition of blockchain's potential to transform financial systems and enhance transaction efficiency. Ueda's comments reflect a broader trend among central banks and financial institutions exploring the integration of blockchain technology to improve transparency and security in financial operations.

On March 3, MemeStrategy, a digital asset company listed in Asia (HKEX:2440), announced the launch of the world's first tokenized fund for Pokémon collectible cards, aimed at professional investors. According to BlockBeats, the fund offers tokenized equity through the licensed alternative asset digital investment platform, EVIDENT Platform Services Limited, with the goal of establishing an institutional-grade investment channel for the collectible card market. The fund will focus on investing in PSA 10-rated 'Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat' cards. These cards were jointly released by The Pokémon Company and the Van Gogh Museum, inspired by Van Gogh's famous self-portrait with a grey felt hat, and are part of a limited edition. The company disclosed that there are approximately 47,000 PSA 10-grade cards in circulation, with an estimated total market value exceeding $94 million. The fund aims to acquire about 25% of the PSA 10-grade cards available in the market. Citing market data, the company noted that the global collectibles market is projected to reach $628 billion by 2031, with the collectible card segment expected to grow from $14.7 billion in 2025 to $37.42 billion by 2034. Over the past 20 years, the value of Pokémon cards has increased more than 30 times, with high-end single card auction records continuously being broken, including the 'Pikachu Illustrator' PSA 10 card, once owned by Logan Paul, which sold for $16.492 million. In terms of structure, the fund is managed by MemeStrategy's wholly-owned subsidiary, RWA Labs Limited, which acts as the general partner (GP) and simultaneously as a limited partner (LP) for strategic investment. The physical cards are authenticated, insured, and stored in museum-grade temperature and humidity-controlled conditions by the Grade10 vault. The related assets will undergo semi-annual reserve proof audits by one of the Big Four accounting firms.

Aptos (APT) has set a cap on its total token supply at 2.1 billion, following governance approval. According to NS3.AI, this move ends the previously unlimited minting supply and aims to foster a more deflationary token economy. The strategy involves reducing staking rewards, increasing transaction gas fees, and using a portion of transaction fees for token buybacks. These initiatives are intended to bolster the token's long-term value proposition and enhance supply scarcity.

Binance Alpha will become the first platform to list BlockStreet on March 4th. Eligible users can visit the event page after Alpha trading opens to claim the airdrop using Binance Alpha Points. Specific rules will be announced separately.

SoftBank Group announced that its financial services provider, PayPay, has commenced its initial public offering (IPO) roadshow. According to Jin10, the company plans to issue a total of 54,987,214 American Depositary Shares (ADS), with PayPay offering 31,054,254 shares and SoftBank's investment fund selling 23,932,960 shares. Additionally, PayPay intends to grant underwriters the option to purchase an extra 8,248,081 ADS. The proposed price range for each ADS is expected to be between $17 and $20. PayPay has applied for listing on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol 'PAYP'.

Singapore is undertaking a comprehensive initiative to provide artificial intelligence (AI) training to a wide range of its citizens, including professionals such as lawyers and individuals in correctional facilities. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the country's commitment to integrating AI education across various sectors. This move is part of Singapore's broader strategy to enhance digital literacy and prepare its workforce for the evolving technological landscape. The government aims to ensure that its citizens are equipped with the necessary skills to navigate and thrive in an increasingly AI-driven world. By offering AI training to diverse groups, Singapore seeks to foster innovation and maintain its competitive edge in the global economy. The initiative reflects the nation's proactive approach to embracing technological advancements and addressing the challenges posed by rapid digital transformation.

China's trade volumes have surpassed last year's record levels in the weeks leading up to recent US and Israeli military actions against Iran. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting concerns that the escalating military conflict could lead to further disruptions in global trade. The increase in trade activity comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions, raising fears of potential impacts on international commerce.

Uniswap Labs and its founder, Hayden Adams, have emerged victorious in a class action lawsuit that accused them of being responsible for fraudulent cryptocurrencies traded on their platform. According to Cointelegraph, the legal battle, which spanned four years, concluded with a ruling from Manhattan federal judge Katherine Polk Failla. The judge dismissed the case against Uniswap with prejudice, indicating that the class group could not hold the platform accountable for the actions of unknown third-party token issuers. The lawsuit, initially filed in April 2022 by a group led by Nessa Risley, targeted Uniswap, Adams, and venture firms Paradigm, Andreessen Horowitz, and Union Square Ventures. The plaintiffs amended their complaint in May to focus on state-level consumer protection violations, alleging that Uniswap facilitated "rug pulls and pump and dump schemes." However, their claims were dismissed in August 2023, a decision that was upheld on appeal. Adams expressed satisfaction with the outcome, stating on X that the ruling established a new legal precedent. He emphasized that if open-source smart contract code is misused by scammers, the responsibility lies with the scammers, not the developers. In her opinion, Judge Polk Failla noted that the class group failed to demonstrate that Uniswap had knowledge of the fraudulent activities or substantially assisted in their execution. She clarified that merely creating an environment where fraud could occur does not equate to actively aiding in its perpetration. The judge compared the situation to a bank not being liable for money laundering simply because it provides banking services, or a messaging app not being responsible for illegal activities coordinated through its platform. The ruling underscores the distinction between providing a platform and actively participating in fraudulent activities.

A New York federal court dismissed a class action against Uniswap Labs, ruling the firm is not responsible for scam tokens traded by third parties on its decentralised protocol. Katherine Polk Failla threw out the remaining claims with prejudice, bringing the lawsuit first filed in 2022 to a close.

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