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The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has issued new regulatory guidance for licensed virtual asset trading platforms (VATPs) and SFC-authorized virtual asset funds (VA Funds) regarding the provision and engagement in staking services. Recognizing the potential benefits of staking for enhancing blockchain security and allowing investors to earn yields, the SFC’s guidance … Read more
Tron founder Justin Sun has compared the controversy surrounding First Digital Trust to that of FTX before its collapse but insists the former’s case is “significantly worse.” The FTX Comparison Tron blockchain founder Justin Sun has compared First Digital Trust’s (FDT) situation, following its reported “unauthorized” transfer of $456 million from TUSD’s custodial funds, to … Read more
Tron founder Justin Sun has announced a $50 million bounty for information to help recover $456 million in misappropriated Trueusd stablecoin reserves. Sun Blames Licensed Intermediaries Tron founder Justin Sun has announced a $50 million bounty for information that will aid in the recovery of $456 million in misappropriated Trueusd stablecoin reserves. Sun stated that … Read more
Hashkey Group and Bosera have secured approval from Hong Kong’s SFC to launch the world’s first tokenized money market ETF. This milestone marks a significant step in integrating blockchain with traditional finance, improving transparency and liquidity. Hashkey and Bosera Introduce the First Tokenized Money Market ETF Hashkey Group, in collaboration with Bosera, has successfully launched … Read more
China Asset Management has launched the first retail tokenized fund in the Asia Pacifi (APAC) region. Broadening Investor Base The Hong Kong investment firm China Asset Management recently launched a tokenized fund known as the China AMC HKD Digital Money Market Fund. The fund, which primarily invests in Hong Kong dollar (HKD)-denominated short-term deposits and … Read more
Infini, a Hong Kong stablecoin neobank, confirmed a $49 million hack due to exploited administrative privileges, just days after a massive breach at Bybit. Infini: Runway Still Solid The Hong Kong stablecoin neobank, Infini, confirmed on Feb. 24 that hackers breached its platform and investigations were underway. In a statement shared via X, the neobank … Read more
HK Asia Holdings Limited has announced a further investment in bitcoin, purchasing approximately 7.88 BTC for around $761,000 on February 20, 2025. This decision follows a previous investment disclosed on February 16, 2025, and brings the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to approximately 8.88 BTC, with an average cost of about $97,000 per unit. The number … Read more
Binance is strengthening crypto security with Hong Kong police, enhancing collaboration to combat cybercrime and financial threats in the blockchain industry. Binance Strengthens Cybercrime Collaboration With Hong Kong Police Crypto exchange Binance revealed on Feb. 20 that CEO Richard Teng recently met with Raymond Lam Cheuk Ho, Chief Superintendent of the Cyber Security and Technology … Read more
Standard Chartered Bank, Animoca Brands, and HKT have formed a joint venture to pursue a stablecoin issuing license from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. ‘Digital Assets Here to Stay’ Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong), Animoca Brands, and HKT recently agreed to form a joint venture to pursue a stablecoin issuing license from the Hong Kong … Read more
Hong Kong has approved cryptocurrency as proof of assets for investor immigration, recognizing bitcoin and ethereum holdings in two cases under its HK$30 million residency requirement. Crypto as Proof of Wealth? Hong Kong Is Leading the Way Hong Kong has reportedly accepted cryptocurrency as proof of assets for investment immigration applications. Accountant Xiao Yaohe confirmed … Read more