Metaplanet Equity Backlash, SE Asia Crypto Funding Doubles: Asia Express
Metaplanet shareholders are seething over an executive option pool that could give insiders up to 20% of the company. Crypto fundraising in SE Asia doubles to $680 million.
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Metaplanet shareholders are seething over an executive option pool that could give insiders up to 20% of the company. Crypto fundraising in SE Asia doubles to $680 million.
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