An effort to change extradition laws in Hong Kong has sparked protests – and questions about digital privacy and the right to transact, writes Mike Casey.
Bithumb Exchange Launches OTC Trading Desk for Digital Assets
South Korea-based crypto exchange Bithumb has launched a global OTC trading desk for digital assets.
OKCoin Founder Buys Hong Kong-Listed Firm in $60 Million Deal
The founder of cryptocurrency exchange OKCoin has taken a step towards a reverse IPO with a $60 million acquisition in Hong Kong.
London Stock Exchange’s Trading Tech to Power New Crypto Exchange
The London Stock Exchange is providing its matching engine solution for a planned crypto exchange in Hong Kong.
OKCoin Founder Star Xu Seeks to Acquire Public Firm for $60 Million
OKCoin founder Star Xu may be seeking a possible backdoor IPO by buying a majority stake in a Hong Kong-listed company.
Chinese Crypto Billionaire to Help Lead Hong-Kong-Listed Blockchain Firm
Veteran Chinese crypto investor Li Xiaolai has joined a blockchain firm listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange as an executive director and co-CEO.
Hong Kong’s Securities Watchdog to Regulate Crypto Funds
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission says it will bring crypto funds under its securities regulations to improve investor protection.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Taps Digital Asset for Post-Trade Blockchain Trial
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange has teamed up with DLT startup Digital Asset to develop a blockchain platform for post-trade processing.
Hong Kong to Expedite Immigration for Blockchain Job Seekers
Hong Kong is seeking to attract talents with specialities in innovative technology such as blockchain via a special immigration policy.
Crypto Exchange Huobi Seeks to Acquire Public Firm in $77 Million Deal
Cryptocurrency exchange Huobi is quietly seeking to purchase a more than 70-percent stake in a publicly listed firm in Hong Kong.
Energy Firm Discloses Major Crypto Losses Amid Blockchain Rebrand
A publicly owned firm chaired by a Chinese billionaire lost millions through crypto investments, yet it’s still seeking to rebrand around the tech.
Another Bitcoin Miner Maker Is Seeking to Go Public in Hong Kong
Ebang, one of the largest bitcoin mining chip makers from China, has filed for an initial public offering with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Hong Kong Official Rules Out Plan for Central Bank Digital Currency
Hong Kong’s de facto central bank has no plan to issue a central bank digital currency (CBDC), a government official said on Wednesday.
Many ICOs May Be Frauds, Says Hong Kong Securities Watchdog
The deputy head of Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission has taken a skeptical tone in statements on initial coin offerings.
Blockchain Motor Insurance Trial Moves Ahead in Hong Kong
A financial industry self-regulator in Hong Kong is developing a blockchain powered platform for the city’s motor insurance sector.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Looks to ASX for Blockchain Equity Settlement
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is looking to follow its Australian counterpart in developing a blockchain settlement system.
Second Securities Regulator Halts ‘Black Cell’ Token Sale
An initial coin offering has been blocked by the Securities and Futures Commission in Hong Kong soon after a similar action in the Philippines.
Digital Currency Exchange Gatecoin Offline After Loss of Funds
Hong Kong-based digital currency exchange Gatecoin has reportedly experienced a hack, resulting in losses from its connected wallets.