HONG KONG
HK's PANGU Constructs Virtual Space in Metaverse, Expanding P2E Model for Business Growth
Speaking to Blockchain.News in an exclusive interview, Hong Kong-based graphic design and production start-up PANGU, a metaverse agency appointed by the Sandbox, provides one-stop-solution services for clients to establish and develop their own virtual land in the Metaverse.
HKMA Announces Joint Research with Bank of Israel, BISIH for Retail CBDC
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced joint research with the Bank of Israel and the Bank for International Settlements Innovation Hub Hong Kong Centre for retail CBDC.
Following Meta, Yahoo Announces Metaverse Activities in Hong Kong
Yahoo plans to launch a series of metaverse activities in Hong Kong to explore the use of immersive advertising technologies.
Interactive Brokers Taps OSL To Offer Digital Assets Services in Hong Kong
Interactive Brokers is working with OSL Digital Securities to expand the use of virtual assets dealing services in Hong Kong, witnessing investors' growing interest in exploring opportunities in investing in crypto-assets.
Regulator in Hong Kong Warns Users Against NFT Trading Risks
The Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong has stepped up its awareness campaign in relation to the risks inherent in the trading of NFTs.
Hong Kong Startup BEAM+ LAB's Exhibition to Celebrate Launch of CRYPTYQUES NFT
Hong Kong startup BEAM+ LAB is hosting an interactive exhibition at the Haus of Contemporary from 8 to 26 June to celebrate the launch of CRYPTYQUES; NFT collectables based on classic Hong Kong movies.
Local Hong Kong Firms Raise Funds for NGOs Through NFTs
Three local Hong Kong companies are raising funds for NGOs through NFTs to support green initiatives and sustainability.
E-HKD’s Development in Hong Kong- The Future Way of Currency?
Exclusive: a study shows that 90% of surveyed central banks worldwide are exploring the future issuance of CBDCs. Blockchain.News interviewed industry experts to find out the outlook of e-HKD and its potential adoption.
World's 1st Fine-Dining NFT Concept Auction to Conduct in May
Gourmeta, the world’s first fine-dining non-fungible token (NFT) concept, announced its NFT dining auction schedules.
Hong Kong's K11 MUSEA Launches Large-scale Showcase of NFTs
Hong Kong's K11 MUSEA is launching a large-scale showcase of non-fungible token (NFT) art from April 29 to June 19, 2022, along with educational workshops and talks for all ages.
HKMA Seeks Public Consultation for e-HKD Development
In Hong Kong, the local financial regulator has issued a discussion paper to the public, asking for the public opinions about introducing domestic retail central bank digital currency.
FinTech Association of Hong Kong Supports HKMA's Risk-Based Approach to Regulate Stablecoins
The FinTech Association of Hong Kong said that it is in principle supportive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority's January discussion paper on crypto assets and stablecoins.
Hong Kong's MaiCapital Wins SFC Approval to Fully Manage Virtual Asset Portfolios
Hong Kong's MaiCapital Limited announced that it has secured approval from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to fully manage virtual assets portfolios.
HK's Ex-Financial Secretary Joins Digital Wealth Manager StashAway as Advisor
John Tsang has become the advisor of StashAway, a Singapore-based digital wealth firm, and has planned to give away a portion of his soon-to-be issued NFTs to attract new clients, Bloomberg reported.
HSBC Rolls Out Metaverse Fund for Premium Clients in Singapore and Hong Kong
As the metaverse continues to gain momentum, HSBC Holdings has established a fund to render investment opportunities to its high and ultra-high net worth investors in Singapore and Hong Kong.