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.


Juridique

As BIS Mulls Shutting Down mBridge, Its Innovation Hub Calls The Project a ‘Public Good’

Putin's interest in an alternative international payments system has focused attention on mBridge.

BIS building (BIS)

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As Hong Kong Firms Downsize, Animoca Built a Workspace the Size of 10 Tennis Courts

As law firms and traditional finance companies cut back on office space, Yat Siu's Animoca is taking advantage of the renter’s market to expand its headquarters, reinforcing its commitment to Hong Kong as a global Web3 and digital culture hub.

Evan Auyang, president of Animoca Brands, speaks in an interview at the company's new Web3 workspace in Hong Kong (Chris Lam/CoinDesk)

Technologies

Justin Sun Might Be Good for Wrapped Bitcoin, Says New Custodian's Director

Robert Liu, a member of the board of Hong Kong-based BiT Global, which was recently added by BitGo as an additional custodian to the bitcoin-on-Ethereum token known as wrapped bitcoin (WBTC), notes in an exclusive interview that Tron founder Justin Sun has come to the aid of customers in the past.

Tron party at Bitcoin Nasvhille (Bradley Keoun)

Vidéos

Crypto.com Sues U.S. SEC; Is Cardi B's WAP Token a Scam?

"CoinDesk Daily" host Christine Lee breaks down the biggest headlines in the crypto industry today, as crypto exchange Crypto.com files a lawsuit against the U.S. SEC. Plus, Hong Kong SFC plans to approve more crypto exchanges to operate in the region and Cardi B promotes WAP token.

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Animoca's Timeline to Go Public Would Depend on the Market's Status: Yat Siu

“We are midway through the audit which is a critical piece of the IPO puzzle,” Siu told CoinDesk.

Yat Siu is interviewed by CoinDesk at Ta Zhi DAO's lounge during the Taiwan Blockchain Week (Ta Zhi DAO)

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Hong Kong Monetary Authority Opens Its Tokenization Sandbox and Major Institutions Dive In

HSBC bank completed three proof of concepts in Hong Kong's Project Ensemble sandbox.

Hong Kong cityview. (Andrew Jephson / Unsplash)

Vidéos

Telegram Says It Is Compliant With EU Laws; India’s CBDC Pilot Attracts 5M Users

"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines in the crypto industry today, as Telegram announced in a statement that the messaging platform fully complies with European Union law after the arrest of its CEO Pavel Durov. Plus, India's retail CBDC pilot, and Hong Kong's regulator speaks up on crypto exchanges seeking full licenses in the region.

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Hong Kong Regulator Finds 'Unsatisfactory Practices' at Some Crypto Entities Seeking Full License: Report

As many as 11 entities are applicants for a full license with the regulator.

Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon