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Chainalysis: Hong Kong and China’s OTC Markets Remain Active Despite Crypto Winter

East Asia represents almost 8.8% of all transactions globally, a report from the research firm says.

By Sam ReynoldsOct 2, 2023

Chainalysis: Hong Kong and China’s OTC Markets Remain Active Despite Crypto Winter

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JPEX Crypto Exchange Probe Sees 4 More Arrests: SCMP

Hong Kong and Macau authorities say they've detained people closely linked to the scandal, bringing total arrests to 18.

By Jack SchicklerSep 29, 2023

JPEX Crypto Exchange Probe Sees 4 More Arrests: SCMP

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Hong Kong to Disclose All Crypto License Applicants After JPEX Probe

Securities and Futures Commission says decision was made in light of public demand

By Sam ReynoldsSep 25, 2023

Hong Kong to Disclose All Crypto License Applicants After JPEX Probe

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FTX Sues Former Employees of Hong Kong Affiliate, Seeks $157 Million

In the run-up to FTX's bankruptcy filing, known as the Preference Period, the defendants received the benefit of withdrawals that constitute preferential transfers, the filing said.

By Amitoj SinghSep 22, 2023

FTX Sues Former Employees of Hong Kong Affiliate, Seeks $157 Million

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JPEX Drama Shows Need for Crypto Regime, Hong Kong Leader Says

The territory’s leader urged investors to use licensed platforms and promised more education about crypto risks.

By Jack SchicklerSep 19, 2023

JPEX Drama Shows Need for Crypto Regime, Hong Kong Leader Says

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Hong Kong Police Announce 6 Arrests in JPEX Probe

SCMP reported that Hong Kong police had received 83 complaints about the platform, which was operating without a license.

By Sam ReynoldsSep 18, 2023

Hong Kong Police Announce 6 Arrests in JPEX Probe

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Hong Kong-Israel CBDC Project Examines Security, Privacy, Accessibility

Project Sela claims to settle directly on central bank balance sheets without compromising people's data

By Jack SchicklerSep 12, 2023

Hong Kong-Israel CBDC Project Examines Security, Privacy, Accessibility

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HashKey Capital's $100M Digital Asset Fund to Invest Significantly in Altcoins: Reuters

Less than half of the fund's investments will be in bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH), the two largest cryptocurrencies, with the aim of diversifying allocations to smaller cap assets.

By Jamie CrawleySep 1, 2023

HashKey Capital's $100M Digital Asset Fund to Invest Significantly in Altcoins: Reuters

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Crypto Bank Seba Wins In-Principle Approval to Operate in Hong Kong

Approval is the first step in acquiring a full license for Seba Hong Kong to deal in crypto or virtual assets-related products and traditional securities.

By Amitoj SinghAug 30, 2023

Crypto Bank Seba Wins In-Principle Approval to Operate in Hong Kong

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Tokenization Could Improve Bond Market Efficiency, Hong Kong Regulator Says

A successful $100 million tokenized green bond issuance earlier this year has convinced the Hong Kong Monetary Authority to continue exploring tokenization to improve financial markets.

By Sandali HandagamaAug 25, 2023

Tokenization Could Improve Bond Market Efficiency, Hong Kong Regulator Says

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