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Hong Kong is a significant hub in the global cryptocurrency landscape, home to numerous blockchain companies, crypto exchanges, and enthusiasts. The region boasts a robust regulatory framework, fostering a conducive environment for crypto-related activities. Renowned crypto exchanges like Bitfinex and OKEx are headquartered here, facilitating vast daily trading volumes. Hong Kong's blockchain networks are advanced, supporting various protocols and fostering innovation in the crypto space. The region's crypto community is diverse, involving investors, traders, developers, and blockchain startups. Despite its traditional finance background, Hong Kong has embraced the digital asset revolution, positioning itself as a leading player in the crypto world.

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Hong Kong-Based About Capital to Acquire Crypto Exchange Huobi Global, Justin Sun and 4 Others Named Global Advisors
Hong Kong-Based About Capital to Acquire Crypto Exchange Huobi Global, Justin Sun and 4 Others Named Global Advisors
Crypto exchange Huobi Global, one of the biggest token trading outposts in the Asia markets, said late Friday that it has agreed to be purchased by Hong Kong-based investment...
Hong Kong-Based About Capital to Acquire Crypto Exchange Huobi Global, Justin Sun and 4 Others Named Global Advisors

Crypto Exchange Gemini Now Offers Staking Rewards
Crypto Exchange Gemini Now Offers Staking Rewards
Crypto exchange Gemini will offer support for clients throughout the U.S., Singapore and Hong Kong to earn and store staking rewards in their accounts. Gemini Vice President o...
Crypto Exchange Gemini Now Offers Staking Rewards

Report: Lender Babel Finance Lost $280M Trading Customer Funds
Report: Lender Babel Finance Lost $280M Trading Customer Funds
Hong Kong crypto lender Babel Finance reportedly lost $280 million in proprietary trades with customer funds, according to The Block. Babel Finance suspended withdrawals in Ju...
Report: Lender Babel Finance Lost $280M Trading Customer Funds

NFT Market Fraud in Focus; Bybit Job Cuts
NFT Market Fraud in Focus; Bybit Job Cuts
Hong Kong movie star Louis Koo denies involvement with Chinese NFT platform. China’s Wechat bans NFT marketplace over flipping. Combating phishing scams and insider trading in...
NFT Market Fraud in Focus; Bybit Job Cuts

Binance Claps Back; Hong Kong Scrutinizes NFTs
Binance Claps Back; Hong Kong Scrutinizes NFTs
Binance hits back at Reuters and US SEC probes BNB initial coin offering. Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission says some NFTs may fall under their purview. Artaverse...
Binance Claps Back; Hong Kong Scrutinizes NFTs

Global NFT Sales Rise; Hong Kong Embraces NFTs
Global NFT Sales Rise; Hong Kong Embraces NFTs
Bitcoin tumbles with Nasdaq’s worst performance since 2020. Chinese mining rig maker Canaan placed on SEC pre-delisting list. NFT market breaks out of bear territory. Hong Kon...
Global NFT Sales Rise; Hong Kong Embraces NFTs

Another Crypto Firm Leaves Singapore; S Korean Secrets Sold for Crypto
Another Crypto Firm Leaves Singapore; S Korean Secrets Sold for Crypto
Three Arrows Capital to move base from Singapore to Dubai. Samsung Asset Management to list blockchain ETF in Hong Kong. South Korean crypto executive, soldier indicted for se...
Another Crypto Firm Leaves Singapore; S Korean Secrets Sold for Crypto

Coinbase India Setback; Hong Kong’s Bitcoin ATMs
Coinbase India Setback; Hong Kong’s Bitcoin ATMs
Coinbase’s India launch hits road bump. South Korea’s Shinhan bank sets precedent for corporate crypto accounts. Expert says Singapore still on track to become a global crypto...
Coinbase India Setback; Hong Kong’s Bitcoin ATMs

Alibaba Invests in AR; Ronin Network Hacked
Alibaba Invests in AR; Ronin Network Hacked
Alibaba leads funding round for AR glasses maker Nreal. Hong Kong’s HKEx to trial digital assets trading in “Diamond” pilot. Axie Infinity blockchain Ronin suffers $600M explo...
Alibaba Invests in AR; Ronin Network Hacked

Malaysia’s Crypto Proposal; Hong Kong’s 11-Year-Old NFT Coder
Malaysia’s Crypto Proposal; Hong Kong’s 11-Year-Old NFT Coder
Malaysian minister proposes making Bitcoin legal tender. India rules out offsetting crypto losses. Rate hikes and the outlook for crypto. An 11-year-old Hong Kong-born program...
Malaysia’s Crypto Proposal; Hong Kong’s 11-Year-Old NFT Coder