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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.
Global NFT Sales Rise; Hong Kong Embraces NFTs
Bitcoin tumbles with Nasdaq’s worst performance since 2020. Chinese mining rig maker Canaan placed on SEC pre-delisting list. NFT market breaks out of bear territory. Hong Kong sees explosion in NFT exhibitions. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Bitcoin Sell-Off Continues as Asian Markets Fall Amid Weak China Cues
Bitcoin continues losses as major markets around Asia end the week.
Another Crypto Firm Leaves Singapore; S Korean Secrets Sold for Crypto
Three Arrows Capital to move base from Singapore to Dubai. Samsung Asset Management to list blockchain ETF in Hong Kong. South Korean crypto executive, soldier indicted for selling military secrets for Bitcoin. Innovation driving blockchain gaming space forward.
First Mover Asia: Hong Kong Isn’t Sure if It Needs a CBDC
The issues that have prompted other countries to explore a central bank digital currency don’t exist to the same extent in Hong Kong; bitcoin continues its mini-upswing.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Invites Views on Retail CBDC
The authority is studying design considerations such as issuance, interoperability with other payment systems, privacy and data protection.
First Mover Asia: Slow Start to the Week for Crypto as China Lockdowns Drag on Stocks, S&P 500
Major equity markets in Asia have declined significantly in recent months, and bitcoin has followed a similar pattern.
Hong Kong’s OneDegree to Offer Insurance for Digital Assets With Munich Re
Clients will be able to get reinsurance for crypto.
Coinbase India Setback; Hong Kong’s Bitcoin ATMs
Coinbase’s India launch hits road bump. South Korea’s Shinhan bank sets precedent for corporate crypto accounts. Expert says Singapore still on track to become a global crypto hub. Hong Kong leads the way for Bitcoin ATMs in Asia, but is their future in doubt? Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Alibaba Invests in AR; Ronin Network Hacked
Alibaba leads funding round for AR glasses maker Nreal. Hong Kong's HKEx to trial digital assets trading in “Diamond” pilot. Axie Infinity blockchain Ronin suffers $600M exploit. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
First Mover Asia: BC Technology Group’s Crypto Platform Made Big Gains in 2021. So Why Are Investors Unimpressed?
OSL, which accounts for most of the Hong Kong company’s business, rose 63% in 2021, but the stock price has lagged bitcoin and other assets; bitcoin and ether tread water.
