HONGKONG
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.
Hong Kong Experienced Crypto Break Out Year in 2021: Gemini Report
Hong Kong experienced a break out year for crypto investing in 2021 and currently, the city has a 24% adoption rate in crypto investors, according to a report by global cryptocurrency exchange Gemini.
Huobi Tech Files to List Crypto ETF Product in Hong Kong
Huobi Tech asset management firm has reportedly filed the application for a crypto-based ETF to the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong.
HK Outlines Regulatory System for Virtual Asset Sector
Measures include a licensing regime for the virtual asset service providers, contemplating the regulation of payment-related stablecoins and providing traditional financial institutions with guidelines on offering virtual asset-related services to clients.
HK-based Ucollex Raises $10M in Funding, Led by Animoca Brands
NFT platform Ucollex closed a $10 million Series A funding round led by Animoca Brands and the MCP IPX One Fund from Japanese investment firm MCP Asset Management.
CSOP to List First Metaverse Concept ETF on HKEX
CSOP Asset Management Limited is set to launch Hong Kong's first Metaverse exchange-traded fund on February 21, 2022, according to the company's disclosure document.