Wed, August 26

Hong Kong Finance Secretary Banks on Blockchain and Web3

Paul Chan Mo-po, the finance secretary of Hong Kong, has stated his continued belief in blockchain technology, which he predicts will usher in a period of remarkable growth for the digital technology sector. Chan predicted that new forms of Web3-based entertainment will dominate the next generation of digital media in

August 28, 2023 1 min read

HKVAX Gets In-principal Approval From Hong Kong’s SFC

The Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange (HKVAX) has received an in-principle clearance from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to conduct virtual asset trading in accordance with Hong Kong’s securities regulations. To conduct Type 1 and Type 7 regulated operations, HKVAX reported on August 11 that it had secured “approval-in-principle”

August 11, 2023 2 mins read

HashKey Exchange Licensed for Retail Crypto Trading in Hong Kong

HashKey Exchange is the first cryptocurrency exchange in Hong Kong to get a license to operate for retail clients under the region’s new crypto guidelines, which are designed to turn Hong Kong into a global cryptocurrency center. HashKey Group, which includes virtual asset exchange HashKey Exchange in Hong Kong, made

August 3, 2023 1 min read

Hong Kong to Approve First Compliant Exchanges for Crypto

The Hong Kong Securities Regulatory Commission will approve the compliant exchange for the first time to provide service to retail investors. This approval comes after the Hong Kong Securities Regulatory Commission introduced cryptocurrency trading guidance for retail investors under a new set of licensing rules.  一张好"牌",即将到来 pic.twitter.com/S6AIgiuJgb — Livio Weng

August 3, 2023 1 min read

Hong Kong Scholars Propose HKD Stablecoin Backed by Government

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Vice President Cai Wensheng proposed the HKD stablecoin on July 4. The Hong Kong government did not support a similar policy suggestion offered by Wang Yang, Lei Zhibin, and Wen Yizhou. The scholars want to create a stablecoin for the local currency that

July 5, 2023 1 min read

Hong Kong Forms New Task Team To Promote Web3 Development

The Hong Kong government has formed a task team to advocate for Web3 innovation. Late on Friday, the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region issued a press release announcing a new policy that would go into force today. Paul Chan, the finance secretary of Hong Kong, and other

July 2, 2023 2 mins read

Shiba Inu Joins Hong Kong’s Virtual Asset Index: A Memecoin Milestone Unleashed

Shiba Inu, the popular dog-themed memecoin, has unlocked a new milestone in the crypto market. The Hong Kong Virtual Asset Consortium (HKVAC) announced that it includes the SHIB in the virtual asset list index. The announcement has sparked excitement around the SHIB community.  The HKVAC has recently launched a rating

June 28, 2023 1 min read

Hong Kong Rating Agency HKVAC Publishes Virtual Asset Index

Major progress was apparently made in the crypto sector as the Hong Kong rating agency HKVAC published its virtual asset index. The list comprises the 30 biggest cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). This follows HSBC’s recent decision to allow Hong Kong residents to invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum

June 27, 2023 2 mins read

USDC Stablecoin Issuer Circle Eyes Foothold in Hong Kong

USDC stablecoin issue, Circle Internet’s CEO, Jeremy Allaire, is keeping a close eye on the regulatory updates in Hong Kong after the implementation of its new crypto legislation earlier this month. While the United States continues its regulatory onslaught, crypto companies continue to place a significant emphasis on the Asian

June 27, 2023 1 min read

The Rise of Stablecoins: A Secure Haven for Investors

In the ever-evolving landscape of cryptocurrency, the emergence of stablecoins creates waves, offering a refuge for investors in the tumultuous seas of digital finance. Buoyed by robust reserves and promising stability in a volatile market, these digital tokens have rapidly become a preferred asset. Moreover, leading banking institutions and federal

June 27, 2023 3 mins read