Hong Kong
Over 20 Banks Join Singapore-Hong Kong Blockchain Trade Network
A number of banks have joined the recently announced blockchain-based trade network pilot jointly set up by Hong Kong and Singapore.
Hong Kong Official Touts Blockchain for China's 'Belt and Road' Plan
A senior Hong Kong treasury official has said blockchain could bolster China's ongoing efforts to significantly expand its trade capabilities.
Hong Kong, Singapore to Collaborate on DLT Trade Finance Platform
Hong Kong's banking authority has announced a new collaboration with Singapore aimed to digitize trade finance with distributed ledger technology.
Hong Kong Regulator Warns ICO Tokens May Be Securities
The Hong Kong securities regulator, the SFC, has announced that tokens issued via initial coin offerings may be classified as securities.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange to Launch Blockchain-Powered Market in 2018
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) is planning to launch a blockchain-powered private market aimed at helping smaller firms obtain financing.
Hong Kong and Australia's Securities Regulators Strike FinTech Agreement
A new fintech agreement in the Asia-Pacific region could ease collaborative burdens for blockchain and distributed ledger startups.
Hong Kong 'Needs to Commit to DLT', Advisory Group Says
Hong Kong’s government should lead the way on blockchain, a financial services advisory group said today.
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.
