Crypto scammers face the death sentence in Myanmar. Australia's new crypto taxes may push startups and investors to Asian hubs: Asia Express.
4 min
May 19, 2026
Myanmar unveils the harshest punishments in the world for crypto scammers, as Australia introduces the highest crypto taxes.
written by
Andrew Fenton , Staff Editor
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