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Average transaction fees on the Bitcoin network have been surging following the rise in the use of inscriptions and the BRC-20 token standard. Separately, a closer look at the surprising crypto move from China. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Jun 20, 2023

Host Angie Lau breaks down the state of crypto in Asia as Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has started accepting applications for crypto trading platform licenses. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Jun 20, 2023

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) will begin accepting applications for crypto trading platform licenses on June 1. Separately, the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) ordered Huobi Global to stop operations in the country. The latest on crypto regulation in Asia and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Jun 20, 2023

Host Angie Lau breaks down the state of crypto markets and non-fungible token (NFT) marketplaces as regulatory uncertainty weighs heavy on the industry. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Jun 20, 2023

Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade within a tight range of $28,000 to $30,000. How has the crypto industry reacted to the recent turmoil in the banking sector and interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve? The latest market updates and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Jun 20, 2023

Cryptocurrency firms are being driven to explore friendlier jurisdictions due to a challenging regulatory climate in the U.S., says Neil Tan, chairman of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong. The city’s strategic position as a gateway to China, combined with its robust access to capital, are strengthening its ambitions to become a leader in the virtual assets arena. However, Hong Kong faces stiff competition as it vies with Dubai and Singapore. In a Word on the Block interview with Forkast Editor-in-Chief Angie Lau, Tan explains why the comprehensive rules set by the city’s Securities and Futures Commission — including the facilitation of retail trading while ensuring investor protection — have become key attractions for these firms.

Jun 20, 2023

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell holds a news conference on the decision to hold interest rates steady after 10 consecutive hikes over more than a year.

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