Bhutan

Crypto exchange Bitget has signed an agreement with the Gelephu Mindfulness City Authority. This agreement will allow Bitget to pursue a regulated local crypto presence in Bhutan.

Canadian digital asset manager 3iQ Corp. will manage Bhutan’s Bitcoin reserves for the Gelephu Mindfulness City project, overseeing 10,000 Bitcoins pledged for the new economic hub. Bhutan has been accumulating Bitcoin since 2019 and aims to position the region as a digital financial hub focused on mindfulness, sustainability, and innovation, drawing comparisons to El Salvador’s Bitcoin City initiative.

Bhutan's GMC has started utilizing a portion of its bitcoin treasury following a pledge of 10,000 BTC.

India and Bhutan reviewed their development partnership and signed a ₹4,000-crore Line of Credit (LoC) agreement. India committed support for Bhutan's 13th Five-Year Plan as part of their longstanding collaboration.

Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City has partnered with 3iQ to manage an undisclosed portion of its Bitcoin treasury. The initiative aligns with Bhutan’s efforts to establish a digital-asset investment hub.

Oliver Browne, founder of True Summit Adventures, offers luxury travel experiences costing up to $100,000 for clients including private equity professionals and tech entrepreneurs. He asserts that similar high-end adventures can be achieved with a more affordable budget by prioritizing key elements.

Bhutan, a Buddhist kingdom in the Himalayan mountains, remained isolated for centuries and became the last country to legalize television in 1999.

Seven golden langurs were rescued from wildlife traffickers and released in an Assam national park. The species has a restricted primate range in western Assam and the foothills of Bhutan.

Sikkim’s home-grown skincare brand Agapi has entered the Bhutan market. The brand produces handcrafted natural skincare products inspired by Sikkim’s biodiversity.

The Cape May County Zoo has introduced two red pandas, Wally and Ember, as part of a conservation effort to protect the endangered species. Red pandas face habitat loss and population decline, with their numbers dropping by half in 18 years.

Bhutan’s development model is facing pressures that could overwhelm its long-standing approach of deliberate gradualism.

Bhutanese refugees who were deported a year ago are experiencing severe psychological deterioration due to statelessness, family separation, and lack of legal protection in South Asia. The prolonged displacement has created worsening mental health conditions among the deportee population. The article highlights the humanitarian crisis facing those without legal status or national recognition.

Bhutan has disputed a report of selling $1 billion in bitcoin, stating they don't recall any such transaction. The country is clarifying its stance on the matter. A widely-tracked $1 billion BTC drawdown is being disputed.

Bhutan has disputed a report of selling $1 billion in bitcoin, stating they do not recall any such transaction. The country's statement contradicts a widely-tracked drawdown of bitcoin worth $1 billion. Bhutan's denial sparks uncertainty about the actual sale.

The kingdom of Bhutan has sold over $230 million in Bitcoin this year, reducing its holdings, with a recent move of $8.1 million. This sell-off continues as the country adjusts its cryptocurrency holdings. The sales are based on data from Arkham.

Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City is offering incentives to attract crypto firms, including faster licensing and zero-tax benefits. The city aims to lure regulated crypto companies willing to build long-term operations. This move is part of an effort to develop the local economy.

Seven countries have achieved 100% renewable electricity generation, with Nepal, Bhutan, and Iceland specifically highlighted in the article. The Independent reports on this milestone in global energy transition.

Tui, a UK-based travel company, is set to open its first hotel resort in the 'Land of Happiness,' a nickname for Bhutan. This marks Tui's expansion into the luxury tourism market in Bhutan, known for its unique cultural and environmental policies.