Asian cryptocurrency exchange HashKey is set to start offering Bitcoin and Ether crypto trading services to retail customers in Hong Kong starting on August 28, according to a local media report. Investors will…
Hong Kong’s regulatory body, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), has recently observed various unlicensed virtual asset trading platforms (VATPs) resorting to dubious practices that could jeopardize investors’ trust and capital. These platforms…
Hong Kong is expanding cryptocurrency trading exposure to individual investors, with at least one exchange getting the regulatory green light to offer the services. Local digital asset firm HashKey has successfully obtained all…
The idea of tokenizing real estate assets has long been a dream for many blockchain projects. And now, thanks to Hong Kong’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) pilot, Ripple Labs is one step…
As Hong Kong continues its efforts to become a leading global hub for virtual asset services, regulators have acknowledged that crypto trading plays a crucial role. Opportunities in the space are being debated…
Investors in Hong Kong and the United States could expect new stablecoin regulations in 2024. Regulatory clarity for the stablecoin market is set to be unveiled by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)…
Touting its progressive stance on cryptocurrencies, a Hong Kong legislator has invited Coinbase and other crypto exchanges to establish operations in the region. Legislative Council member Johnny Ng took to Twitter to express support…
The central banks of Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates have announced plans to strengthen their financial cooperation—and work together on regulating virtual assets. A bilateral meeting was held in Abu Dhabi,…
Crypto-friendly Hong Kong is still gung-ho about giving its citizens access to crypto trading despite other jurisdictions “taking a step back,” claims the chair of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong (FTAHK). Speaking…
WOW (World of Web3) Summit Hong Kong 2023, held at Asia World-Expo on March 29-30, 2023, was a roaring success. It was the first and the largest Web3-focused event in the APAC region…
The Hong Kong Securities Futures Commission (SFC) is reportedly set to release cryptocurrency exchange licensing guidelines next month. The plans were reported by Bloomberg on April 27, which cited comments from the SFC’s…