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.


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AAX Likely Moving Toward Legal Procedure, Former Exec Predicts

Hong-Kong based crypto exchange AAX closed out its derivatives position. The company said in a statement on Nov. 19 that the firm "has a chance ... of resuming normal operations." Former AAX VP and Head of Research Ben Caselin says "that's definitely not my sentiment observation," adding the exchange is likely moving to a legal procedure.

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Shuttered AAX Closing Out Derivatives as it Hopes to Reopen

Hong Kong-based exchange AAX will close out derivatives positions as it attempts to return to normal following a hack. Two days after FTX filed for bankruptcy, AAX suspended withdrawals saying they did so to avoid fraud and exploitation after a maintenance partner failed. Former AAX VP and Head of Research Ben Caselin breaks his silence.

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Finance

Hong Kong Crypto Exchange AAX Unlikely to Reopen, Former Communications Chief Says

The exchange shuttered on Nov. 13 after a reported hack.

Hong Kong, China Cityscape (Unsplash)

Finance

Shuttered AAX Will Close Out Derivatives, Citing ‘Chance’ of Return to Normal

The Hong Kong crypto exchange hopes to be able to raise enough capital to reopen following a hack.

Hong Kong skyline (anuchit kamsongmueang/Getty Images)

Finance

Crypto Firm Genesis Block Ceases Trading Services Amid FTX Contagion: Report

The Hong Kong-based company was once Asia’s largest bitcoin ATM player.

Hong Kong, China Cityscape (Unsplash)

Policy

Hong Kong Regulator Calls for Tough Rules Despite Ambitions to Be Crypto Hub

Julia Leung, deputy CEO of Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission, highlighted DeFi as an area that needs regulations.

Hong Kong regulator pushes for tougher crypto regulations. (Chester Ho/Unsplash)

Finance

Hong Kong Crypto Exchange AAX Reopening Hinges on Capital Raise

The exchange shuttered activity Sunday at first blaming turbulent markets, but has denied having exposure to Sam Bankman-Fried's now-defunct FTX

The FTX collapse may alter Hong Kong regulators approach to retail crypto trading. (Yiu Yu Hoi/Getty Images)

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FTX Fallout: Bitcoin Miners’ Balance Slides; Paxos Ordered to Freeze $19M in Crypto

Bitcoin (BTC) miners or entities generating the cryptocurrency seem to be running down their coin stash amid the FTX-induced market panic. U.S. federal authorities have ordered cryptocurrency issuer Paxos to freeze $19 million worth of crypto tied to the bankrupt FTX exchange. Hong Kong-based digital asset platform Hbit Limited is unable to withdraw $18.1 million worth of cryptocurrencies deposited in the now-bankrupt FTX.

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FTX Japan Ordered by Regulator to Pause Operations Following Withdrawal Halt

Japan's Financial Services Agency has ordered the local unit of Sam Bankman-Fried's crypto exchange FTX to suspend operation amid its liquidity crisis. CoinDesk Executive Director of Global Content Emily Parker discusses the details and the implications for FTX in Asia. Why did FTX leave Hong Kong and what is the country's state of crypto regulation now?

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Policy

Singapore Approves In-Principle License for Crypto Fund Manager Hashkey

The license from the central bank will allow Hashkey Capital's local arm to conduct fund management services.

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