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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.
Hong Kong's Central Bank Partners on DLT Trade Finance Test
A group of six banks and global auditing firm Deloitte have completed a new blockchain trade finance test focused on the Hong Kong market.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Considers Blockchain Settlement Upgrades
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is looking to blockchain as it begins work on a next-generation transaction settlement system.
Hong Kong Central Bank: Blockchain Holds 'Enormous Potential'
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has published a new white paper on distributed ledger tech.
Major Hong Kong Lenders Plot Blockchain Mortgage System Launch
A group of banks in Hong Kong are reportedly developing a system that uses blockchain tech to share information about mortgage valuations.
Hong Kong's Central Bank to Test Blockchain
Hong Kong's de-facto central bank intends to launch an innovation hub that will test blockchain solutions.
Digital Currency Exchange Gatecoin Offline After Loss of Funds
Hong Kong-based digital currency exchange Gatecoin has reportedly experienced a hack, resulting in losses from its connected wallets.
Bitcoin Startup Joins Baidu-Backed FinTech Accelerator
Hong Kong-based bitcoin exchange Gatecoin has joined a startup accelerator backed by Standard Chartered and Chinese Web services giant Baidu.
Bitcoin Firm Bitspark Joins Accenture's FinTech Accelerator
Hong Kong-based remittance platform Bitspark is the only bitcoin and blockchain startup to join Accenture's FinTech Innovation accelerator.
Hong Kong Banks Hit By Bitcoin Ransom Demands
Two Hong Kong banks were targeted with distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks earlier this week by unknown parties demanding bitcoin ransoms.
Hong Kong Official: Bitcoin Legislation Not Necessary
A senior Hong Kong official has said that the government does not see a need for legislation that would regulate bitcoin.
