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.


Finance

Hong Kong Monetary Authority Releases CBDC White Paper to Study Prospect of e-HKD

The city’s de facto central bank said its publication is the “first among similar papers” published by central banks to detail transaction traceability while preserving privacy.

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Hong Kong-Based Crypto Unicorn Amber Group Eyes US Listing: Report

The financial services firm’s offering may raise regulatory eyebrows in the U.S.

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Hong Kong-Based Crypto Unicorn Amber Group Reportedly Eyeing US Listing

Crypto financial services firm Amber Group is weighing a direct listing with the U.S as the “likely destination.” The company attained unicorn status in June following a $100 million funding round that gave it a valuation of $1 billion.

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Bitcoin Price Plunges, Metaverse Actions Heats Up in China

Bitcoin takes a plunge. A regulator says crypto crackdown is needed in Hong Kong. Metaverse action heats up in China. We’ll have more on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

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Policy

Hong Kong SFC Should Regulate Crypto, Says Official: Report

The city’s government is expected to propose a bill that would require virtual asset services providers to apply for licenses.

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Finance

Red Date, MetaverseSociety Partner to Launch BSN Portal in S. Korea

The portal will be the Blockchain Services Network’s third in the APAC region.

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The9 Launches NFT Platform, Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong Issues Crypto Warning

China’s The9 launches NFT platform, Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) issues crypto warning, and an Indian teen makes thousands from selling NFT art. We’ll have more on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”

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Finance

China’s 9F to Become Crypto Brokerage After State Cracks Down on P2P Lending

The financial technology firm had to abandon its biggest revenue stream because China wanted to eradicate the industry.

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Korea’s Love for Crypto Continues, Crypto Exchange Bilaxy Hacked

Data shows Korean love of crypto remains strong, despite new regulations. China banks release data on e-CNY progress. Hong Kong-based Bilaxy crypto exchange suffers US$21 million hack. We’ll have more on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

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Hong Kong Football Team Launches NFTs, Food Concept Offers Crypto Mooncakes

Asia’s first football NFTs come to Hong Kong. Hong Kong-based vegetarian food concept offers crypto mooncakes, and Vogue Singapore launches an NFT cover. We’ll have more on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

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