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Hong Kong Central Bank Flags Fake HSBC Tokens Circulating Ahead of Launch

DIGIT — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:30:14 +0000

Hong Kong’s central bank warned that fraudulent tokens claiming links to HSBC and licensed issuers are circulating, even though no regulated stablecoins have been issued in the market. Key Takeaways: Hong Kong warned unauthorized tokens are misusing names of licensed stablecoin issuers. HSBC and Anchorpoint denied links to tokens labeled HKDAP and HSBC. Users should […]

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Hong Kong Signals Web3 Push as $2B Tokenized Bonds Boost Efficiency

DIGIT — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:30:54 +0000

Hong Kong is embedding digital assets deeper into mainstream finance, with tokenization and stablecoins gaining stronger regulatory backing as market infrastructure. The push signals a broader effort to expand regulated blockchain use cases and attract global firms to the city. Key Takeaways: Hong Kong positioned digital assets as part of its core infrastructure, signaling strong […]

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Hong Kong Grants First Stablecoin Licences to HSBC, Standard Chartered Consortium

DIGIT — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:30:10 +0000

Hong Kong has awarded its first stablecoin licences to HSBC and a Standard Chartered-led consortium. The move marks a major step in the city’s plan to become a global digital asset hub. Key Takeaways HKMA granted 2 licences to HSBC and a Standard Chartered-led group, advancing Hong Kong crypto plans. New rules require $3 million […]

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Boyaa Interactive Plans $70 Million in Further Cryptocurrency Acquisitions

DIGIT — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:30:16 +0000

Hong Kong’s Boyaa Interactive International seeks shareholder approval to invest up to $70 million in cryptocurrencies to bolster its Web3 gaming ecosystem. Boyaa Interactive International Limited announced on March 22, 2026, its proposal for a 12-month acquisition mandate to purchase cryptocurrencies. The board plans to seek formal approval from shareholders at the upcoming annual general […]

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Hashkey Launches One-Stop RWA Tokenization Platform

DIGIT — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:30:59 +0000

Hashkey Group has introduced a comprehensive real-world asset ( RWA) issuance platform aimed at strengthening Hong Kong’s role as a global tokenization hub. The solution integrates compliance, infrastructure, issuance, and trading under one regulated framework. Hong Kong Pushes Ahead in Real World Asset ( RWA) Tokenization Race Hashkey Group has rolled out a full-service Real-World […]

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Mysterious Offshore Entity Takes $436M Position in Blackrock’s Bitcoin ETF

DIGIT — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:30:08 +0000

A little-known offshore entity has stepped into the spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) arena with a $436 million position, instantly becoming one of the largest new institutional shareholders in Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). Offshore Capital Flows? Hong Kong-Linked Laurore Ltd. Holds Major IBIT Stake According to a Form 13F-HR filed with the U.S. Securities […]

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OSL Group Raises $200 Million to Accelerate Stablecoin and Payments Expansion

DIGIT — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 11:30:49 +0000

OSL Group secures $200 million equity financing to fund global stablecoin, payments growth, acquisitions, and infrastructure. OSL Group (HKEX: 863) announced on January 29, 2026 in Hong Kong a $200 million (approximately HK$1.56 billion) equity financing to bolster its balance sheet and accelerate expansion of its stablecoin trading and payment platform, support strategic acquisitions, and […]

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Hong Kong Regulators Move Forward With Crypto Licensing Frameworks

DIGIT — Thu, 25 Dec 2025 08:30:05 +0000

The Hong Kong SFC and FSTB publish consultation results and launch a new review of advisory and management regimes for virtual‑asset service providers. Hong Kong’s Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) announced on 24 December 2025 that they have concluded consultations on legislative proposals for virtual‑asset (VA) dealer and […]

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Hong Kong Insurance Authority Proposes New Crypto and Infrastructure Capital Rules

DIGIT — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:30:03 +0000

The regulator unveils a draft framework imposing a 100 % risk charge on crypto assets and offering incentives for infrastructure investments. The Hong Kong Insurance Authority reportedly proposed on 4 December that it will open a public consultation from February to April on a proposed risk‑based capital regime that channels insurer capital into cryptocurrencies, stablecoins and […]

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Binance Pledges HK$10 Million as Hong Kong Confronts Deadliest Fire in Decades

DIGIT — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 02:30:18 +0000

Binance’s swift HK$10 million commitment surges into Hong Kong’s disaster zone, powering urgent relief and future rebuilding as the city confronts its deadliest fire in generations and mounting pressure for transparent, accountable recovery. Binance’s Relief Pledge Amid Historic Hong Kong Tragedy Crypto exchange Binance announced on Nov. 27 that it would provide $10 million Hong […]

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