Harvest Global Investments, a Chinese fund house and one of the issuers of Hong Kong’s first spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), has confirmed plans to potentially open these funds to mainland Chinese investors through the Hong Kong Stock Connect. This development could vastly expand the investor base and significantly impact the cryptocurrency market […]
Taking to X on April 26, one analyst notes that there is a high probability of Ethereum spiking in the sessions ahead because of thinning sell-side liquidity across major centralized exchanges like Binance and Coinbase. Thin Sell-Side, Big Potential Move For ETH Thinning sell-side liquidity, as seen on order books across CEXes, means that few sellers are […]
Hong Kong is poised to become a leader with its new spot Bitcoin and Ether Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), but how can they fare up against their US peers which have drawn more than $28 billion in the first three months? Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas has updated his projections, now estimating these ETFs could […]
Bitcoin and Ether spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are set to receive the final approvals in Hong Kong as early as Monday next week. According to a recent Matrixport report, these investment products could unlock up to $25 billion in demand from Chinese investors through the Southbound Stock Connect program. However, the latest revelations and clarifications […]
Hong Kong is on the cusp of approving its first spot Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with potential final approvals as early as Monday, according to Bloomberg, citing two people familiar with the matter. This move positions Hong Kong as a pivotal player in the Asian cryptocurrency market and underscores its ambition […]
Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, a prominent investment firm focused on disruptive technologies, was among key participants in a roundtable discussion at the recent Hong Kong Web3 Carnival. During the discussion, Wood expressed his optimism about the future of blockchain and cryptocurrencies and praised Hong Kong’s approach to regulate the development of Web3. Related […]
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has recently raised concerns over Bybit, marking it as a platform of suspicion. This move comes amid a broader regulatory push within Hong Kong to oversee and regulate the crypto market. The SFC’s cautionary note addresses 11 investment products by Bybit, indicating potential risks these might pose […]
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued an alert on a suspected fraudulent platform impersonating the presence and operations of a popular cryptocurrency exchange MEXC. This development comes from a joint operation between the Hong Kong regulator and the local police force aimed at uncovering illicit activities of virtual asset trading platforms […]
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) issued a directive to all crypto trading platforms operating within its jurisdiction earlier today. The directive mandates these platforms to submit a license application by February 29 or face a shutdown by May 31. This announcement is part of Hong Kong’s ongoing efforts to establish a regulated regional […]
Hong Kong is set to introduce a new regulatory framework targeting over-the-counter (OTC) crypto trading platforms. This initiative, announced by the region’s Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB), underscores Hong Kong’s commitment to ensuring a “transparent” digital asset marketplace. The local government’s impending publication of this regulatory consultation represents a critical step in addressing […]
In a recent announcement responding to regulatory scrutiny, the Floki Inu crypto team “blocked” its staking programs in Hong Kong. This decision follows a warning from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), which labeled Floki’s high-yield staking products as “suspicious” and unauthorized. The regulatory body’s action marks a pivotal moment for cryptocurrency, known […]
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a stern warning to the public about two staking products named the “Floki Staking Program” and the “TokenFi Staking Program.” Both staking products, which the financial regulator described as “suspicious,” are affiliated with the Floki protocol. Hong Kong’s SFC Issues Warning About Staking In a […]