Thailand Launches Bitcoin Payment Trial in Tourist Paradise Phuket
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Thailand introduces groundbreaking cryptocurrency pilot program in Phuket, enabling international tourists to make Bitcoin payments at local businesses. The initiative includes automatic conversion to Thai baht through clearing houses, building on existing crypto adoption success in the country's 'Bitcoin town'.
Ethereum's Buterin Makes 88 ETH Donation to Adopt Famous Thai Hippo
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Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum co-founder, has adopted Thailand's beloved pygmy hippopotamus Moo Deng through an 88 ETH donation to Khao Kheow Open Zoo. The generous contribution will fund habitat improvements and educational initiatives while strengthening ties between the crypto community and Thailand.