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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.
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.

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?

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.

Singapore vs Hong Kong
Who will win in Asia’s crypto showdown? That story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

Hong Kong Wants to Be a Crypto Hub Again
Though the city’s regulator has set a high bar for companies to operate at present, the door is open for the further relaxing of rules.

Hong Kong’s Crypto Rethink
Host Joel Flynn takes a deep dive into governments reconsidering retail investor crypto ban. That story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

Hong Kong Government Reconsiders Stance on Virtual Asset ETFs, Tokenized Securities, Retail Investors
The government says it's ready to engage with virtual asset service providers and invite them to the city.

Hong Kong to Make Retail Crypto Trading Legal: Report
The city is looking to reestablish its reputation as a global financial hub.

Is Hong Kong Scammer’s Paradise?
Host Joel Flynn discusses how crypto crime is costing Hong Kong billions. That story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

Crypto Hub Competition
Could Hong Kong make a comeback as a global center for crypto? That story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
