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Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a significant hub in the global cryptocurrency landscape, home to numerous blockchain companies, crypto exchanges, and enthusiasts. The region boasts a robust regulatory framework, fostering a conducive environment for crypto-related activities. Renowned crypto exchanges like Bitfinex and OKEx are headquartered here, facilitating vast daily trading volumes. Hong Kong's blockchain networks are advanced, supporting various protocols and fostering innovation in the crypto space. The region's crypto community is diverse, involving investors, traders, developers, and blockchain startups. Despite its traditional finance background, Hong Kong has embraced the digital asset revolution, positioning itself as a leading player in the crypto world.
Hong Kong Crypto Crime Surges, Tencent Launches NFT Platform
Crypto-related crimes surge to record levels in Hong Kong. Australia’s Afterpay to be acquired by Square. Chinese tech giant Tencent launches an NFT platform. We’ll have more on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
India Issues CBDC Update, Korea Threatens to Block Exchanges
India issues update on CBDC plans. Korea threatens to block access to foreign crypto exchanges. Hong Kong’s Animoca Brands launches NFT accelerator. We’ll have more on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Binance Ditches Stock Tokens Amid Intensifying Global Crackdown
Crypto exchange Binance said stock tokens are unavailable for purchase on its website effective immediately, citing the need to focus on other products. This comes amid news Hong Kong is the latest jurisdiction to warn the exchange about its operations.
India Seeks Crypto Advice, K-Drama Joins NFT Bandwagon
Indian High Court seeks advice on crypto advertising disclaimers. Hong Kong customs make the first crypto-related money laundering bust. K-drama “Vincenzo” joins the NFT bandwagon. More on these stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Metaverse Hot in South Korea, Decentralized Theme Park Hits Hong Kong
Metaverse funds become a hot topic in South Korea. Hong Kong tries out a decentralized theme park prototype. Forkast.News continues its new three-part series with the Judith Neilson Institute on China’s blockchain developments. More on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
ConsenSys, the Chinese University of Hong Kong Launch Blockchain-Based COVID-19 Digital Passports
Charles d’Haussy of ConsenSys explains how the new blockchain-based digital health passport can help alleviate the pandemic situation in Hong Kong, affirming that the Chinese government will not gain access to data through this new app.
China’s Crypto Miners Eye Kazakhstan in Exodus, E-HKD Study on Track
A look at how Kazakhstan’s quickly becoming a crypto mining hub alternative to China. Hong Kong’s finance chief reiterates plans to strengthen e-HKD research. Forkast.News launches a new three-part series with the Judith Neilson Institute on China’s blockchain developments. More on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Building Construction Meets Blockchain, Binance Launches NFT Platform
New South Wales sees launch of blockchain platform to track building construction quality. Binance launches its NFT marketplace with a debut sale featuring digital Dali. With the Hong Kong Digital Art Fair set to feature NFTs, Forkast speaks to one artist about its impact on the art world. More on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Hong Kong’s Apple Daily to Live on in Blockchain, Free of Censors
Some cyber activists are uploading articles from HK's pro-democracy Apple Daily newspaper to decentralized file storage platform ARWeave, where they can live on uncensored. Meanwhile, the U.S. government has seized dozens of American website domains connected to Iran. "The Hash" hosts discuss the importance of blockchain use cases, especially what it means for free press and the future of journalism, plus the fast-growing rise in global crypto-related bans.
Beijing Doubling Down on Crypto Bans, Ending Free Press in Hong Kong; What It Means for Asia’s Crypto Hub
Hong Kong’s pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily will shut down all operations and print its last edition Thursday as authorities froze funds and arrested their journalists. “The Hash” panel reacts to the news in the ongoing conversation about China’s crackdowns on civil liberties and what it means for crypto in China.