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Animoca Brand’s Yat Siu: Hong Kong Strong Contender for IPO
18.9.2024
Animoca Brand’s Chairman Yat Siu, believes that Hong Kong is a “strong contender” for a possible IPO of…
Hong Kong prepares AI guidelines for finance sector
17.9.2024
Hong Kong’s government plans to regulate AI in finance by issuing policies at the upcoming FinTech Week
Does Hong Kong’s slow approach to crypto regulation risk stifling digital asset growth?
14.9.2024
Hong Kong risks falling behind in crypto as the city is urged to speed up regulation to keep pace with the rapidly evolving industry
Hong Kong should try to speed up crypto regulation: First Digital CEO
14.9.2024
First Digital Trust, which provides crypto custody services for institutions, says that Hong Kong is not yet ready to regulate USD-backed stablecoins
Hong Kong SFC Seeks Industry Feedback on New Licensing Rules for OTC Crypto Services
13.9.2024
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is actively seeking input from industry participants on proposed new licensing regulations for over-the-counter (OTC) cryptocurrency services. The initiative aims to establish a comprehensive framework that mandates licensing and adherence...
FBI Warns of Growing $55 Billion Business Email Scam
13.9.2024
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned of a rising business email compromise (BEC) threat, responsible for $55 billion in global losses over a decade. The scam has affected all 50 U.S. states and 186 countries, with funds frequently routed through banks in the United Kingdom, Hong...
Hong Kong considers new licensing regime for OTC crypto trading
13.9.2024
Hong Kong's SFC is exploring new licensing regulations for OTC cryptocurrency services, seeking input from industry participants
China’s Digital Yuan Nears $1 Trillion in Transactions, PBOC Official Reveals
11.9.2024
China’s digital yuan initiative has advanced considerably, backed by over a decade of research and four years of pilot experimentation, according to Lu Lei, Deputy Governor of the People’s Bank of China (PBOC). Trials for the Chinese central bank digital currency (CBDC) have been...
Hong Kong accepts crypto license application past deadline
31.8.2024
Hong Kong Digital Asset Xchange Limited is the latest firm to apply for a license, having submitted their application on Aug. 27
Hong Kong accepts crypto license application past deadline
31.8.2024
Hong Kong Digital Asset Xchange is the latest firm to apply for a license, having submitted its application on Aug. 27
Singapore, Hong Kong and UAE lead in crypto adoption: Report
30.8.2024
Singapore scored high in the adoption index because of several criteria, including regulations, innovation and technology
Hong Kong Regulator Launches Sandbox to Test Tokenized Asset Transactions
29.8.2024
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has launched a sandbox to test the use of tokenized assets in real-world scenarios. The sandbox aims to promote interbank settlement using tokenized currency and central bank digital currencies. The HKMA will collaborate with other regulators and industry players...
HashKey adds AVA and LINK trading for Hong Kong retail investors
28.8.2024
Previously, Hong Kong crypto buyers worth less than $1 million only had Bitcoin and Ether to choose from
Hong Kong’s Project Ensemble sandbox ready to test asset tokenization
28.8.2024
The HKMA's project is gearing up for more testing after successful initial trials
Hong Kong Markets Authority Opens Its Tokenization Sandbox and Major Institutions Dive In
28.8.2024
HSBC bank completed three proof of concepts in Hong Kong's Ensemble sandbox
Hong Kong Regulator Finds 'Unsatisfactory Practices' at Some Crypto Entities Seeking Full License: Report
26.8.2024
Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has found "unsatisfactory practices" at "some" of the cryptocurrency exchanges seeking a full license from it after conducting on-site inspections, Bloomberg reported on Thursday citing people familiar with the situation
Hong Kong Bitcoin ETFs top $250M AUM
24.8.2024
For the Hong Kong-based spot Bitcoin ETFs to compete with their US counterparts, they will need to attract more retail and institutional investors
Hong Kong Bitcoin ETFs top $250M AUM
24.8.2024
For the Hong Kong-based spot Bitcoin ETFs to compete with their US counterparts, they will need to attract more retail and institutional investors
Hong Kong’s Bitcoin ETFs reach HK$2B milestone, led by OSL
24.8.2024
For Hong Kong to truly compete on the global stage, it will need to attract more significant inflows and broader participation from both retail and institutional investors.
SFC Inspections Uncover Deficiencies in Hong Kong Crypto Firms
22.8.2024
During its recent inspections, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) found the following deficiencies in the…