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.


Policy

Hong Kong Reverses Stance on Spot-Crypto, ETF Investing, With a Catch

The development comes as interest in spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds increases and follows a probe into the JPEX exchange for operating without a license.

Hong Kong (Ruslan Bardash / Unsplash)

Policy

BC Technology Denies Report of $128M Crypto Exchange Sale

Firm calls report by Bloomberg “factually inaccurate and highly misleading.”

(Ruslan Bardash/Unsplash)

Finance

Hong Kong-Based Crypto Exchange OSL's Owner Weighing Sale at $128M Valuation: Bloomberg

BC Technology may elect to sell parts of OSL's business rather than the whole entity, according to the report, citing people familiar with the matter.

Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon

Policy

Hong Kong Stock Exchange Launches Blockchain-Based Settlement Platform

HKEX says the system, used by traders in Hong Kong to buy stocks in China, will speed up settlement and provide greater transparency.

Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon

Web3

CMCC Global Raises $100M for Hong Kong-Based Blockchain Companies

The lead investor in the fund was B1, which committed $50 million, alongside Richard Li’s Pacific Century Group, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss’ firm and Animoca Brands founder Yat Siu.

CMCC Global Managing Partners Shiau Sin Yen, Martin Baumann and Charlie Morris (CMCC Global)

Finance

Chainalysis: Hong Kong and China’s OTC Markets Remain Active Despite Crypto Winter

East Asia represents almost 8.8% of all transactions globally, a report from the research firm says.

Hong Kong, China Cityscape (Unsplash)

Videos

Taiwan Tightens Crypto Governance; El Salvador Stockpiles Bitcoin

Host Angie Lau breaks down the state of crypto regulation in Asia as Taiwan issues guidelines for crypto exchanges and Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to disclose crypto license applicant following the controversy around crypto platform JPEX. Plus, the latest on El Salvador's bitcoin experiment. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

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Policy

JPEX Crypto Exchange Probe Sees 4 More Arrests: SCMP

Hong Kong and Macau authorities say they've detained people closely linked to the scandal, bringing total arrests to 18.

Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon

Videos

Japan's Stablecoin Plans; Hong Kong's Crypto Stance

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.

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Terra Classic Community Votes to Stop USTC Minting; How Much Bitcoin Has Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy Purchased?

"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.

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