Cryptocurrency, a beacon of hope in Myanmar’s politics

23 Sept 07:05 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's 2021 military coup prompted a significant surge in cryptocurrency adoption among citizens seeking to safeguard their assets from currency devaluation and a corrupt government.
Cryptocurrency has become a crucial financial channel for the resistance, facilitating funding for the National Unity Government (NUG) despite the junta's attempts to ban and monitor digital transactions.
For many, digital currencies are not merely an investment but a 'weapon' and 'beacon of hope' against military rule, providing financial autonomy and a means to engage with the global economy beyond state control.

Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.