Hong Kong
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
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
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
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
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
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-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
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
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
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