Thailand's Parliament Picked a Pro-Crypto Prime Minister

Thailand's government voted in favor of Srettha Thavisin, who has experience in the cryptocurrency industry, to become the country's next Prime Minister, potentially signaling a change in the country's approach to the sector.

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