Hong Kong

Japan is looking into launching its first stablecoins, while some market watchers are getting concerned that Hong Kong is getting cold feet over its friendliness toward crypto. CoinDesk Executive Director of Global Content Emily Parker discusses the latest developments for Asia's digital asset scene.

Set 28, 2023

"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest crypto headlines today, including MicroStrategy's latest regulatory filing outlining recent bitcoin (BTC) purchases. TerraUSD Classic, the stablecoin at the center of Terra’s implosion, will no longer be minted. Mixin Network has been hacked for nearly $200 million. Plus, Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to publish a list of crypto exchange license applicants.

Set 25, 2023

Host Angie Lau breaks down the state of crypto around the globe as regulators including Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continue to crack down on crypto. Plus, the latest on Blockchain Week in Manila. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Set 22, 2023

CoinDesk executive director of global content Emily Parker discusses a high-level overview on the state of crypto adoption in Asia, after returning from a whirlwind trip overseas. Parker shares insights into the sentiment towards NFTs, Web3 gaming, and the nuances of Hong Kong's approach to the digital asset market.

Set 21, 2023

Amy Yu, the CEO of SEBA Bank's APAC division, discusses the crypto bank based in Switzerland winning approval-in-principle (AIP) from Hong Kong's regulators for its regional subsidiary. Yu highlights the bank's expertise in serving crypto-native clients and the "explosive" inbound pipeline.

Set 6, 2023

SEBA, a crypto bank based in Switzerland, said it won approval-in-principle (AIP) from Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) for its regional subsidiary as it looks to extend its international presence. APAC CEO of SEBA Bank Amy Yu discusses the move, sharing insights into Hong Kong's crypto ecosystem and its role in the global digital assets scene.

Set 6, 2023

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) granted Seba an approval-in-principle (AIP) for the Switzerland-based crypto bank to operate in the region. "The Hash" panel discusses the state of crypto adoption in Asia.

Ago 30, 2023

Bakkt CEO Gavin Michael discusses his outlook on the crypto landscape in Hong Kong and why he thinks it is an "attractive market." Michael further elaborates on the regulatory environment for digital assets, noting "it's not just about bringing regulation to crypto. It's also enabling the ecosystem to actually function."

Ago 11, 2023

Host Angie Lau takes a deep dive into the DeFi world as the nearly $52 million exploit of Curve Finance stirred up trouble in the space. Plus, Shanghai's plan to build a blockchain infrastructure hub to link with Hong Kong and Singapore. And, the outlook on a potential revival of the defunct crypto exchange FTX. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Ago 4, 2023

HashKey Exchange and OSL Digital Securities Ltd. have won Hong Kong's first crypto exchange licenses under a new regime that allows serving retail customers. The hosts of "First Mover" weigh in on the city's effort to re-emerge as a potential global hub for digital assets.

Ago 3, 2023