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Hong Kong securities regulator issues in-principle approval to HKVAX
11.8.2023
The announcement comes after Hong Kong debuted crypto retail trading with exchanges HashKey and OSL
TradFi shifts perspectives on crypto assets
11.8.2023
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TradFi shifts perspectives on crypto assets
11.8.2023
But again, there was a progression where the analog versions of this entertainment content were with us. So, many of us in the older crowd have grown to accept that progression
Hong Kong Securities Regulator Warns Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges
10.8.2023
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has issued a warning to unlicensed providers of crypto trading services. Concerned about their engagement in “improper practices,” the regulator also said investors should be aware that some of these platforms may never actually apply for...
Hong Kong Aims to Thrive as an International Crypto Hub Despite Global Scrutiny
9.8.2023
The first licenses in Hong Kong have been issued to crypto companies under a new regulatory regime, as the city continues its plans to become an international crypto hub. But vital hurdles remain.
The new rules took effect this year allowing retail investors to trade crypto on exchanges licensed...
Hong Kong securities regulator warns of ‘criminal’ activity by unlicensed exchanges
7.8.2023
Under the Securities and Futures Commission’s licensing regime, which started June 1, crypto firms offering services or operating in Hong Kong must comply with new requirements
Today in Crypto: Kenyan Police Reportedly Raided Worldcoin Warehouse, US FBI Issues Warnings About NFT Scammers, Curve Finance Offers a $1.85 Million Bounty to Identify & Convict the Hacker
7.8.2023
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DeFi faces stress test, DoJ fears run on Binance, Hong Kong’s crypto trading: Hodler’s Digest, July 30 – Aug. 5
5.8.2023
Curve Finance’s dramatic exploit exposes DeFi, DoJ concerns of a run on Binance, and Hong Kong debuts retail crypto trading
Crypto Investor HashKey Aims to Raise $100M for New Digital Assets Fund
4.8.2023
The liquid digital assets fund, regulated by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, will open for investments on Sept. 1
Today in Crypto: Bank of Russia Reveals Official CBDC Logo, Revolut Shuts Down Crypto Platform for its US Customers, US DoJ Asks Sam Bankman-Fried's 'Bail be Revoked and Defendant be Detained'
4.8.2023
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Read More: Today in Crypto: Bank of Russia Reveals Official CBDC Logo, Revolut Shuts Down Crypto Platform for its US Customers, US...
Hong Kong's New Crypto License Could Cost Exchanges a Pretty Penny
4.8.2023
The city’s new licensing regime paves the way for exchanges to operate legally but tough compliance requirements could cost firms as much as $20 million, industry insiders say
Hong Kong Lawmaker to Explore Digital Asset Link With Mainland China
4.8.2023
Johnny Ng floated the possibility of licensed Hong Kong exchanges being connected with Shanghai's exchanges
Today in Crypto: Nifty's Shuts Down, eToro's Australian Entity Sued by Markets Regulator, Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Signs 'Ground-breaking' Deal with Fireblocks, Aventus Partners with Vodafone
3.8.2023
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Read More: Today in Crypto: Nifty's Shuts Down, eToro's Australian Entity Sued by Markets Regulator, Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Signs...
Crypto Platform HashKey Becomes First Licensed Exchange in Hong Kong to Offer Retail Services
3.8.2023
Crypto exchange HashKey has become the first digital asset entity to receive a license under Hong Kong’s new crypto licensing regime.
HashKey Exchange, a subsidiary of HashKey group, announced Thursday that it had obtained the upgrade of Type 1 and Type 7 licenses, allowing the platform to “expand...
Hong Kong debuts retail crypto trading with HashKey exchange
3.8.2023
HashKey becomes one of the first licensed exchanges to offer cryptocurrency trading for non-professional investors in Hong Kong
Hashkey Wins Hong Kong's First Crypto Exchange License to Serve Retail Customers
3.8.2023
Hong Kong's first license to a cryptocurrency exchange to serve retail customers has gone to Hashkey Exchange
Today in Crypto: Crypto Firms in Hong Kong Can Open 'Simple' Bank Accounts Only, Elderly Couple in US Held Hostage for $156,000 in Crypto, Binance Can Operate in Dubai But Not in Nigeria
31.7.2023
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Read More: Today in Crypto: Crypto Firms in Hong Kong Can Open 'Simple' Bank Accounts Only, Elderly Couple in US Held Hostage...
HSBC-Owned Hang Seng Bank Limits Crypto Companies to ‘Simple’ Accounts: Report
31.7.2023
The report comes as Hong Kong’s Monetary Authority (HKMA) reminds banks that there is no ban on offering crypto companies accounts
Worldcoin Adoption Said to Be Accelerating; Sam Altman States ‘One Person Getting Verified Every 8 Seconds’
29.7.2023
Worldcoin, the digital ID passport and universal basic income project, is allegedly rising in popularity, with thousands of people said to be signing up and registering. According to Sam Altman, co-founder of the project, one person is currently verified by the iris scanning devices —...
Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia collaborate on tokens and payments
27.7.2023
The Saudi Central Bank warned in 2019 that Bitcoin is “not recognized by legal entities” but hasn’t made many statements on crypto since