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The Hong Kong Police Force launch metaverse platform, ‘CyberDefender’
28.5.2023
The chief inspector of the CSTCB warned that the metaverse is no safer than the traditional internet, saying that "all crimes in the cyberspace could also happen in the metaverse."
Crypto Biz: Ledger halts recovery service, Web3 in Hong Kong, and another CEX goes down
27.5.2023
This week’s Crypto Biz explores Hotbit’s closure, Hong Kong’s licensing of crypto firms, Bitstamp’s acquisition by Ripple and Ledger’s branding crisis
Today in Crypto: Gemini Chooses Ireland for European Headquarters, Coinone Exec Admits to Bribe-for-Listing Charges, Chinese's City Reveals Metaverse Policy Draft to Attract Companies
26.5.2023
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Read More: Today in Crypto: Gemini Chooses Ireland for European Headquarters, Coinone Exec Admits to Bribe-for-Listing Charges...
Binance CEO: China TV Broadcast 'Big Deal' for Crypto
25.5.2023
A segment on Chinese state television about crypto has caught the attention of the cryptoverse, with Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) pointing out that similar reporting in the past has triggered bull runs.
“CCTV (China Central Television) just broadcasted crypto. It's a big deal. The Chinese...
Hong Kong Asset Manager Metalpha Secures $5M from Bitmain for Grayscale-Based Fund
25.5.2023
The firm has so far received $20 million out of its $100 million target for the fund
Chinese state media removes video on crypto after Binance CEO calls it 'big deal'
25.5.2023
Although China has maintained a hostile stance against crypto, the recent developments in Hong Kong got many to speculate about its impact on China
OKX enhances its application for crypto trading in Hong Kong
25.5.2023
OKX is making sure it becomes the potential candidate to gain wider access to the market of Hong Kong. The most recent attempt is launching the enhanced version of its mobile application for customers, specifically in the said region, in accordance with the VASPs requirements. OKX is the second...
Binance CEO Claims Chinese Communities Are ‘Buzzing’ After CCTV Airs Crypto Segment
25.5.2023
On May 24, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, shared through Twitter that “Chinese speaking communities are buzzing” following a news broadcast by state-operated media network China Central Television (CCTV) regarding Hong Kong’s latest cryptocurrency-focused regulatory...
Gate Group launches new virtual asset trading platform in Hong Kong
24.5.2023
As of May 23, users can deposit and withdraw virtual assets and participate in spot trading activities
ZA Bank plans digital asset retail trading in Hong Kong under new guidelines
24.5.2023
The bank announced its plans, part of its diversification strategy, the day after Hong Kong released its new guidelines
China Central Television’s Segment on Crypto Garners Attention Around the World
24.5.2023
China Central Television aired a segment on Tuesday involving virtual assets, which garnered attention from around the world.
The segment, which is just over a minute long, features bitcoin, nonfungible tokens and is titled “Hong Kong Securities Regulatory Commission: Implementing a mandatory...
'Chinese Ethereum’ Conflux Draws Spotlight as Hong Kong Welcomes Retail Traders
24.5.2023
CFX tokens initially spiked in price after Hong Kong’s decision on retail investors, which some say could lure capital from Chinese investors
Today in Crypto: FBI Issues Alert About Scam Crypto Job Ads, Binance Dismissed from a Tinder-Related Lawsuit, Hong Kong to Allow Licensed Platforms to Serve Retail Investors
23.5.2023
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Read More: Today in Crypto: FBI Issues Alert About Scam Crypto Job Ads, Binance Dismissed from a Tinder-Related Lawsuit, Hong Kong...
Bitcoin Jumps to Key Price Resistance as Hong Kong Opens Crypto Trading for Retail Investors
23.5.2023
Hong Kong Securities Regulator to Accept License Applications for Crypto Exchanges Starting June 1
23.5.2023
The Securities and Futures Commission's guidelines explicitly ban crypto gifts to incentivize retail investments, which likely includes airdrops
Hong Kong to open crypto exchange access for retail users, but there's a catch
23.5.2023
Hong Kong's securities watchdog announced new plans to allow retail investor access to virtual assets platform
Today in Crypto: STEPN Reveals Apple Pay Integration, Huobi Ordered to Stop Operations in Malaysia, Hotbit Closes Shop, DCG Missed a $630M Payment, BXB Capital Raising Capital Exclusively in BTC
22.5.2023
Get your daily, bite-sized digest of cryptoasset and blockchain-related news – investigating the stories flying under the radar of today’s crypto news.__________...
Read More: Today in Crypto: STEPN Reveals Apple Pay Integration, Huobi Ordered to Stop Operations in Malaysia, Hotbit Closes Shop,...
Today in Crypto: Bank of England to Reject Revolut's Banking Licence Application, ASX Abandons Blockchain, HashKey to Raise Funds at $1BN Valuation, Ledger Co-founder Calls Recover Service Launch a 'Horrible Mess'
19.5.2023
Get your daily, bite-sized digest of cryptoasset and blockchain-related news – investigating the stories flying under the radar of today’s crypto news.__________...
Read More: Today in Crypto: Bank of England to Reject Revolut's Banking Licence Application, ASX Abandons Blockchain, HashKey to Raise...
Crypto Firm Hashkey Eyes $1 Billion Valuation, Capitalizing on Hong Kong's Digital Shift
19.5.2023
Hong Kong-based digital asset firm HashKey Group aims to raise funds at a valuation of more than $1 billion.
The company is in early-stage talks to raise $100 million to $200 million from potential investors, Bloomberg reported Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.
The deal...
Digital Asset Firm HashKey Group Looks to Raise up to $200M at $1B Valuation: Bloomberg
19.5.2023
The firm is looking to capitalize on Hong Kong's re-emergence as a potential crypto hub as the city has looked to formulate a clear regulatory structure for digital assets