2023-2-21 19:24 |
The news that Hong Kong may soon let retail players trade significant cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ethereum was first reported on Feb. 20.
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Hong Kong regulators are considering an extension on tax breaks to include digital assets like crypto and the use of artificial intelligence-technology in finance sectors. According to an Oct. 28 Bloomberg report, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Financial Services and the…
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A total of 27 people between the ages of 21 and 34 were taken into custody suspected of conspiracy to defraud following a raid on a Hong Kong office.
2024-10-18 12:57 | |
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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority is looking at a potential CBDC from a wide perspective.
2024-9-24 23:02 | |
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Previously, Hong Kong crypto buyers worth less than $1 million only had Bitcoin and Ether to choose from.
2024-8-29 23:09 | |
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In recent times, Hong Kong has been continuously making it to the headlines in the crypto space for several reasons. One of the reasons as of today is that Futu Securities International, the largest online broker in Hong Kong introduced retail cryptocurrency–Bitcoin and Ethereum–trading to its platform.
2024-8-2 06:30 | |
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Hong Kong has issued a warning about an unregulated crypto exchange named “Kucoin,” which reportedly demands payments to recover money from frozen accounts. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has alerted the public to an allegedly fraudulent activity conducted via…
2024-6-8 17:54 | |
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Authorities in Hong Kong have flagged a surge in counterfeit banknotes brought into circulation via cryptocurrency scams. According to a local report, the Hong Kong police seized 3,396 fake notes between January and April 2024. The counterfeits amounted to a…
2024-6-3 14:36 | |
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Hong Kong police officially disclose how much cryptocurrency fraud there was between 2022 and 2023. How bad was it? Hint: It got worse.
2024-6-1 17:43 | |
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Hong Kong is set to start another trial with retail e-HKD, this time for pricing and distributing mortgages. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is gearing up to initiate another round of testing of its digital currency dubbed e-HKD, the…
2024-5-28 14:29 | |
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OKX announced the withdrawal of its VASP license application in Hong Kong, ceasing centralized trading services by May 31. The post OKX to end trading services in Hong Kong, abandons VASP license bid appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2024-5-26 18:22 | |
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The exchange's action follows that of Huobi Hong Kong and several other applicants earlier this month.
2024-5-26 15:42 | |
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Alchemy Pay and Victory Securities are now offering Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Hong Kong, aiming to merge traditional finance with the crypto market. Bitcoin ETFs in Hong Kong had a net inflow of 60.
2024-5-16 20:04 | |
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Hong Kong father and son surrender in crypto investor abduction, exposing the city’s violent crime wave and a $1.9 million financial dispute. A Hong Kong businessman and his son surrendered to police due to their involvement in the kidnapping of…
2024-5-10 10:58 | |
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Harvest Global Investments, a Chinese fund house and one of the issuers of Hong Kong’s first spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), has confirmed plans to potentially open these funds to mainland Chinese investors through the Hong Kong Stock Connect.
2024-5-10 09:00 | |
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Hong Kong already has a clear definition of Ethereum and it is not a security, said OSL Digital Securities head Wayne Huang.
2024-4-30 05:53 | |
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The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association (HKSFPA) has called to establish independent self-regulatory organizations (SRO) dedicated to overseeing the digital assets sector. The initiative comes in response to the rapid growth and increasing complexity of the industry.
2024-4-23 22:09 | |
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Hong Kong's hotly anticipated spot bitcoin ETFs are expected to launch by end of April, potentially yielding up to $25 billion in capital inflows according to industry analysts.
2024-4-18 17:48 | |
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Analysts express caution as Hong Kong prepares for Bitcoin ETFs, noting market limitations and limited impact expectations. The post Bitcoin spot ETFs ready for Hong Kong debut with restrained expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2024-4-17 05:28 | |
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Hong Kong further solidified its status as a crypto hub, with several issuers reporting approval of their spot Bitcoin and Ethereum Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) applications on April 15. However, Hong Kong’s foremost financial regulator, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), has yet to release an official statement on this development.
2024-4-15 12:30 | |
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The Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong's markets regulator, has not made an official announcement.
2024-4-15 10:54 | |
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Hong Kong edges closer to approving Ethereum ETFs as soon as next Monday, while nothing is clear in US
2024-4-12 16:13 | |
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According to a recent Reuters report, Hong Kong is on the verge of becoming Asia’s first city to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs. Notably, the initial approvals for these ETFs are expected to be announced as early as next week, which is significantly ahead of industry expectations for such launches this year. Hong Kong’s Bid For […]
2024-4-11 22:00 | |
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Cathie Wood emphasized Hong Kong's leadership in fostering innovative technologies, contrasting it with the United States' regulatory uncertainty. The post Cathie Wood Praises Crypto Regulation in Hong Kong appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2024-4-8 22:57 | |
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Hong Kong's ZA Bank revealed plans to provide specialized banking services for stablecoin issuers, a strategy it expects to boost local web3 adoption.
2024-4-8 21:38 | |
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In a landmark development, GF Securities, a leading investment banking giant based in Hong Kong, has announced the launch of Hong Kong’s first tokenized commercial paper on the Ethereum blockchain. This move, reported by the HKEJ, seeks to introduce a…
2024-4-2 12:38 | |
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Hong Kong’s crypto landscape is shifting as HKVAEX, a local digital asset trading platform, announced a phased closure culminating in a complete shutdown by May 1st, 2024. This move comes amidst a growing global trend of increased regulatory scrutiny on the cryptocurrency industry.
2024-4-2 19:00 | |
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Hong Kong’s financial regulator, the Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), is likely to allow in-kind creations and redemptions for spot bitcoin ETFs in the second quarter of this year, according to a report from Bloomberg Intelligence.
2024-3-26 19:25 | |
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The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has recently raised concerns over Bybit, marking it as a platform of suspicion. This move comes amid a broader regulatory push within Hong Kong to oversee and regulate the crypto market.
2024-3-16 03:00 | |
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The announcement comes as Hong Kong works to brand itself as Asia's digital assets trading hub.
2024-3-8 22:00 | |
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In a bold move to regulate the crypto market, 24 exchanges, including prominent names, vie for licenses in Hong Kong, spotlighting the city's commitment to investor safety and market growth The post Racing Against Time: 24 Crypto Exchanges Flock to Hong Kong for Regulatory Approval appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2024-3-2 20:00 | |
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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) will allow institutions to test the issuance of stablecoins. According to a release published by the Hong Kong Free Press on Feb. 28, the HKMA will launch a so-called sandbox. Financial Secretary Paul Chan…
2024-2-29 14:45 | |
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Over the past three years, the number of crimes involving virtual assets in Hong Kong has almost tripled. According to a local media report, Financial Services and Treasury Minister Hui Ching-yu said that the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission…
2024-2-22 12:49 | |
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HTX applied for a crypto license for its local branch in Hong Kong on Feb. 20, planning to operate HBGL Hong Kong Limited in the region. Cryptocurrency exchange HTX (formerly Huobi) has joined the group of applicants seeking approval to…
2024-2-22 10:25 | |
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Hong Kong aims to bolster financial system's integrity and protect investors from fraud
2024-2-8 15:56 | |
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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) are also planning a sandbox to provide guidance on compliance.
2024-1-2 13:13 | |
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Hong Kong was once a hub for ICOs until regulators cracked down. Times have changed.
2023-11-30 13:16 | |
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Bitget’s Hong Kong division, BitgetX, has decided not to apply for a Virtual Asset Trading Platform (VATP) license in Hong Kong despite operating in the region within the last seven months. In a Nov.
2023-11-13 17:30 | |
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UBS joins the crypto trend in Hong Kong, following HSBC’s lead. HSBC currently offers Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Hong Kong. Hong Kong regulators are considering retail access to crypto ETFs, highlighting growing interest from traditional financial players.
2023-11-10 14:52 | |
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On Nov. 2, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) co-organized the eighth edition of the city’s flagship event alongside InvestHK.
2023-11-3 18:16 | |
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The move appears to be another step in Hong Kong's recently accelerated ambitions to become a virtual asset hub.
2023-11-5 15:34 | |
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Hong Kong has completed the first pilot phase of its central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital Hong Kong dollar (e-HKD). The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is now preparing for the second phase of the CBDC pilot program.
2023-10-31 17:00 | |
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As Hong Kong Fintech Week begins, more details have emerged about regulatory updates that will allow intermediaries to offer “Virtual Asset-Related “ or VA-related products to retail customers in Hong Kong.
2023-10-30 06:00 | |
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Hong Kong’s Customs and Excise Department is looking to tighten regulatory measures to address the money-laundering risks associated with cash-for-crypto shops, South China Morning Post reported on Oct.
2023-10-21 17:40 | |
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In an Oct. 20 post, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong shared updated guidelines that will supersede the January 2022 joint circular on virtual-asset-related activities.
2023-10-21 22:39 | |
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Scammers impersonating Binance have stolen about $447,000 from users in Hong Kong through phishing emails, prompting users to click a link to verify their identity, which then leads to a fake website that steals personal information.
2023-10-10 10:58 | |
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Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has allied with the Police to establish a group to monitor and investigate crypto exchange-related crimes. This development comes amid scandals involving the Dubai-based JPEX exchange, a leading Hong Kong crypto industry player.
2023-10-5 18:00 | |
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Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission is collaborating with the police to form a specialized task force aimed at combating illegal activities on cryptocurrency trading platforms.
2023-10-5 23:21 | |
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On 13 September, Hong Kong's regulator warned JPEX was operating without regulatory approval Local police have received at least 83 complaints involving $4.3 million Since Hong Kong's regulaThe post JPEX in disarray after Hong Kong's regulators initiate probe appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2023-9-18 15:00 | |
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Police in Hong Kong have arrested an internet celebrity connected to the crypto platform JPEX, which is said to be unregulated. According to a local report on Sept. 18, the Police Commercial Crime Bureau of Hong Kong arrested Lam Zuo,…
2023-9-18 11:50 | |
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Johnny Ng of Hong Kong’s Legislative Council said he “sincerely invites” Vitalik Buterin to Hong Kong to better understand the situation regarding its crypto-friendliness.
2023-9-16 12:43 | |
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DWF Labs has severed ties with a partner accused of drugging a job applicant during a meeting in Hong Kong on October 24. The alleged victim, who identified herself as “Hana” on social media, reported that the partner attempted to…
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ZA Bank, Hong Kong’s digital bank, has launched a sandbox trial of its crypto trading service, aiming to provide retail investors with a regulated platform for virtual asset trading. Hong Kong-based virtual bank ZA Bank has launched a sandbox trial…
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Hong Kong police have dismantled a deepfake romance scam that swindled men out of $46 million through fake cryptocurrency investments. According to a local report, law enforcement in Hong Kong cracked down on a multinational crypto romance scam, which targeted…
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