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SBF thinks Hong Kong could become the Web3 hub of Asia
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried said Hong Kong would prevail over Singapore and Korea in Web3 adoption.
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Hong Kong issues policy statement on crypto
New World CEO said Hong Kong could become the only place in China where virtual asset services are legal, citing the new regulations.
CBDCs
Hong Kong Monetary Authority announces success and key findings from CBDC project, mBridge
Hong Kong Monetary Authority published a report to announce its CBDC project, mBridge's key accomplishments, use cases, and areas of improvement.
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Is China about to catalyze the crypto bull market through Hong Kong?
Arthur Hayes speculates whether greenlighting retail participation in Hong Kong is a sign that China wants crypto back.
Crypto
Hong Kong Chief Executive proposes statutory licensing for VASPs in his policy address
Chief Executive HKSAR John Lee mentions a bill for statutory licensing for VASPs and the city's progress in developing its CBDC in his first policy address delivered on Oct.19.
Adoption
Hong Kong Monetary Authority: Crypto is likely to integrate with the future financial system
Hong Kong Monetary Authority recently said that crypto will probably play a central role in the financial systems in the future.
CBDCs
Israel, Hong Kong enter partnership to test new CBDC against cyber risks
The exposure-free retail CBDC the Bank of Israel and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority plan to test is assumed to carry less financial risk for consumers, Bloomberg News reported.
NFTs
Hong Kong classifies NFTs as financial asset, mandates licensing
NFTs are subject to the SFC's regulatory remit in Hong Kong as they're shifting from collectibles to financial assets, which the authorities claim is very risky and requires licensing.
Exchanges
Huobi Trust Hong Kong provides safe, secure custody services
Demand for compliant and safe custody services increases as digital asset landscape evolves.
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Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX registers in Bahamas as Hong Kong regulations turn hostile
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Hong Kong business turns to BNB and XRP payments amidst coronavirus slowdown
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Regulated Bitcoin and Ethereum funds have launched in Hong Kong
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