Hong Kong

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.

Consensus Hong Kong 2025 Coverage

What to Expect at Consensus Hong Kong

Consensus lands in Hong Kong for the first time Feb 18-20. Here are some highlights from a packed schedule of programming and special events.

By CoinDeskFeb 14, 2025

Opinion

How Hong Kong Can Seize the Mantle as Asia’s Crypto Hub

Establishing the proper regulatory environment is essential; here’s what the territory needs to do.

By Vivien WongFeb 13, 2025

Policy

Hong Kong Confirms Bitcoin, Ether Can Be Used to Prove Wealth for Investment Visa

Hong Kong's New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme, a visa targeting wealthy migrants, accepts crypto as a means to prove required net worth, a spokesperson confirms.

By Sam ReynoldsFeb 11, 2025

Hong Kong's skyline (Chris Lam/CoinDesk)

Consensus Hong Kong 2025 Coverage

Hong Kong’s Patient Approach to Regulating Crypto Will Pay Off: LegCo's Duncan Chiu

Devising clear rules for the industry is important, but it can also help to wait for others to move first, argues Chiu.

By Sam ReynoldsFeb 10, 2025

Policy

Hong Kong Doubles Down on Crypto Regulation With Staff Hires

The securities regulator wants to hire staff for market surveillance and enforcement investigations.

By Camomile ShumbaFeb 4, 2025

Consensus Hong Kong 2025 Coverage

Edith Yeung Sees Big Things to Come for Crypto in Hong Kong

A venture capitalist who was one of the first investors in Solana says building liquidity is now key to Hong Kong’s development as a crypto hub.

By Nelson WangJan 3, 2025

Policy

I cittadini cinesi ottengono l'accesso alle stablecoin a Hong Kong tramite una nuova sperimentazione

Le sperimentazioni con sede a Hong Kong consentiranno la registrazione su un'app di stablecoin regolamentata e l'acquisto di prodotti finanziari tokenizzati.

By Callan QuinnNov 8, 2024

Policy

Cidadãos chineses ganham acesso a stablecoins em Hong Kong por meio de novo teste

Os testes realizados em Hong Kong permitirão o registro em um aplicativo de stablecoin regulamentado e a compra de produtos financeiros tokenizados.

By Callan QuinnNov 8, 2024

Policy

Chinese Nationals Gain Access to Stablecoins in Hong Kong Via New Trial

The Hong Kong-based trials will allow for registration on a regulated stablecoin app and the purchase of tokenized financial products.

By Callan QuinnNov 8, 2024

Policy

Les citoyens chinois ont accès aux stablecoins à Hong Kong grâce à un nouveau test

Les essais basés à Hong Kong permettront l'enregistrement sur une application de stablecoin réglementée et l'achat de produits financiers tokenisés.

By Callan QuinnNov 8, 2024

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