Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 2 years ago
To position itself as a digital hub amidst global regulatory scrutiny of online assets, the Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute (HKSI) plans to provide training for virtual asset platforms. Supported by the local regulator Securities and Fu...
Cryptocoins News / The Cointelegraph - 2 years ago
Hundreds of firms have been lining up for a Hong Kong crypto license, but recruiters say they are yet to see an accompanying rush for talent. Crypto firms may appear t...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Hong Kong is setting its sights on becoming a global leader in two new fields: green finance and Web 3.0, according to a recent speech by the city's Financial Secretary Paul Chan. (Read More)
Cryptocoins News / The Cointelegraph - 2 years ago
The Hong Kong Virtual Asset Consortium was established on May 31 to create indexes and rating services for cryptocurrencies. According to a July 4 announcement, crypt...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 2 years ago
In a bid to assert dominance in the blockchain sector and drive the development of a digital Hong Kong dollar, a group of scholars led by Cai Wensheng, Vice President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, has proposed the creation of...
Cryptocoins News / The Cointelegraph - 2 years ago
“Issuing a stablecoin pegged to the Hong Kong dollar not only helps to solidify Hong Kong’s leadership in the blockchain sector but also propels the progress of the digital Hong Kong doll...
Cryptocoins News / The Cointelegraph - 2 years ago
Animoca Brands founder Yat Siu believes Hong Kong’s efforts to foster the Web3 ecosystem are in stark contrast to regulatory uncertainty hampering development in the United States....
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
According to TKWW, key figures including HKUST Vice-President suggest that the Hong Kong government should issue its own stablecoin, referred to as HKDG, as a strategic move to bolster the city's digital economy. (Read More)
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Bank of China Hong Kong announces that the second phase of its digital Renminbi (e-CNY) priority experience events, staged in collaboration with Bank of China's mainland branches, was a success. (Read More)
Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 2 years ago
In order to actively embrace the emerging “megatrend” of Web3 development, Hong Kong maintains a strong commitment and has taken initiatives to monitor and regulate its progress. To accomplish this, an inclusive collective consisting of b...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
On June 30th, 2023, Hong Kong's government revealed the creation of a pivotal initiative - the Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development. This significant step, led by Financial Secretary Paul Chan, includes fifteen non-official members selected from...
Cryptocoins News / The Cointelegraph - 2 years ago
The task force will advise on the “sustainable and responsible” development of Web3 in Hong Kong, according to the statement. As part of Hong Kong’s ongoing commitment...
by COINS NEWS - 2 years ago
Crypto firms in the US have difficult times for obvious reasons. In spite of this, or perhaps because of it, many firms are expanding to other place. A lot of this has occurred around and mostly after the most recent crackdown on Coinbase and Binance...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 2 years ago
Hong Kong has taken a significant step forward in embracing crypto as it re-opened its doors to the world of digital assets at the beginning of the month. In a bid to position itself as a leading global financial hub for innovative technologies, the...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoin.com - 2 years ago
Banking giant HSBC has begun letting customers buy and sell bitcoin and ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that are listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange (HKEX) using its mobile apps. The stock exchange currently has three crypto futures ETFs lis...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoin Magazine - 2 years ago
Hong Kong's leading financial institution, HSBC, has made a significant move by allowing its customers to trade Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This development marks a notable shift in the stance of traditional banks towards bitcoin, as HSBC h...
Cryptocoins News / CoinJournal - 2 years ago
HSBC will offer access to three ETFs listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, including CSOP Bitcoin Futures ETF and CSOP Ethereum Futures ETF.
The banking behemoth also launched a new service dubbed Virtual Asset Investor Education Center that offer...