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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 Regulator Says Crypto Exchange MEXC Has Been Operating Without a License
Last year, regulators in Japan and Germany also alerted consumers the exchange was unlicensed.
Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon

Next Up: BTC ETFs Go Global
Next Up: BTC ETFs Go Global
CryptoQuant Head of Research Julio Moreno joins "First Mover" to discuss the success of spot bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. and the potential impact of the products on other parts o...
Next Up: BTC ETFs Go Global

Central Banks Will Be the 'Last to Join the Party' of Buying Bitcoin, Analyst Says
Central Banks Will Be the 'Last to Join the Party' of Buying Bitcoin, Analyst Says
CryptoQuant Head of Research Julio Moreno answers five rapid-fire questions from CoinDesk, including the next region to approve spot bitcoin ETFs, and when the central banks w...
Central Banks Will Be the 'Last to Join the Party' of Buying Bitcoin, Analyst Says

Will Another Region Approve Spot Ether ETFs Before the U.S.?
Will Another Region Approve Spot Ether ETFs Before the U.S.?
CryptoQuant Head of Research Julio Moreno weighs in on the possibility of Hong Kong approving spot ether ETFs before the U.S. as the region is equipped with a clearer regulato...
Will Another Region Approve Spot Ether ETFs Before the U.S.?

Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon
Hong Kong's Markets Regulator Issues Warning Against Crypto Exchange Bybit
The Securities and Futures Commission added 11 Bybit products to its list of suspicious investments.
Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon

Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon
Hong Kong Starts New Phase of CBDC Testing
Phase 2 of the e-HKD pilot will be supported by the recently launched regulatory sandbox for testing wholesale CBDCs and tokenization, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority said.
Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon

El Salvador Bags Major Bitcoin Gains; Hong Kong's Stablecoin Push
El Salvador Bags Major Bitcoin Gains; Hong Kong's Stablecoin Push
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, including El Salvador's major gains from the recent bitcoin (BTC)...
El Salvador Bags Major Bitcoin Gains; Hong Kong's Stablecoin Push

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Hong Kong's Central Bank Starts Regulatory Sandbox for Stablecoin Issuers
The regulator invited applicants with a "genuine interest in developing a stablecoin issuance business" to join the sandbox.
Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon

Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon
CoinDesk Brings Consensus to Hong Kong
The announcement comes as Hong Kong works to brand itself as Asia's digital assets trading hub.
Hong Kong harbor skyline view into Kowloon

AI-Linked Tokens Surge on Nvidia Hype; Nigeria's SEC Cracks Down on Crypto
AI-Linked Tokens Surge on Nvidia Hype; Nigeria's SEC Cracks Down on Crypto
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, including the 25% surge in artificial-intelligence tokens over th...
AI-Linked Tokens Surge on Nvidia Hype; Nigeria's SEC Cracks Down on Crypto