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.

Finance

HashKey Capital to Debut Asian XRP Tracker Fund With Ripple as Anchor Investor

The fund aims to simplify institutional access to XRP for cross-border payments, crypto investing in Asia.

By Francisco RodriguesApr 18, 2025

Price and depth chart on laptop (Austin Distel/Unsplash)

Policy

First Digital Trust Files Defamation Claim Against Justin Sun

First Digital seeks an injunction to restrain Sun from publishing "similar words" to claims about insolvency.

By Sam ReynoldsApr 9, 2025

Justin Sun speaks at Consensus Hong Kong (CoinDesk)

Policy

Hong Kong Regulator Releases Crypto Staking Rules for Licensed Exchanges

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission has given a green light for virtual asset trading platforms (VATPs) and authorized virtual asset funds to offer staking services.

By Sam ReynoldsApr 7, 2025

Julia Leung, Chief Executive Officer Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), speaks at Consensus Hong Kong (SFC)

Finance

China's CPIC Rolls Out $100M Tokenized Fund with HashKey as RWA Trend Expands in Asia

Asset tokenization is a red-hot sector in crypto as asset managers around the globe are increasingly leveraging blockchain rails for traditional instruments like bonds and funds.

By Krisztian SandorMar 24, 2025

Amanecer en el Puerto de Victoria de Hong Kong, China. (Unsplash)

Markets

HK Asia Holdings Buys More Bitcoin in Hedge Against Depreciation of Fiat Currencies

The company bought another 10 bitcoin, signaling confidence in crypto as a long-term asset strategy.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostMar 21, 2025

Consensus Hong Kong 2025 Coverage

What to Expect at Consensus Hong Kong

Consensus lands in Hong Kong for the first time Feb 18-20. Here are some highlights from a packed schedule of programming and special events.

By CoinDeskFeb 14, 2025

Opinion

How Hong Kong Can Seize the Mantle as Asia’s Crypto Hub

Establishing the proper regulatory environment is essential; here’s what the territory needs to do.

By Vivien WongFeb 13, 2025

Policy

Hong Kong Confirms Bitcoin, Ether Can Be Used to Prove Wealth for Investment Visa

Hong Kong's New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme, a visa targeting wealthy migrants, accepts crypto as a means to prove required net worth, a spokesperson confirms.

By Sam ReynoldsFeb 11, 2025

Hong Kong's skyline (Chris Lam/CoinDesk)

Consensus Hong Kong 2025 Coverage

Hong Kong’s Patient Approach to Regulating Crypto Will Pay Off: LegCo's Duncan Chiu

Devising clear rules for the industry is important, but it can also help to wait for others to move first, argues Chiu.

By Sam ReynoldsFeb 10, 2025

Policy

Hong Kong Doubles Down on Crypto Regulation With Staff Hires

The securities regulator wants to hire staff for market surveillance and enforcement investigations.

By Camomile ShumbaFeb 4, 2025

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