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Hong Kong Responds to Questions About Use of Cryptocurrencies as Proof of Wealth
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Hong Kong Responds to Questions About Use of Cryptocurrencies as Proof of Wealth

The Hong Kong government has for the first time answered questions about the use of cryptocurrencies as proof of wealth for an immigration scheme after a local accountant publicly revealed two cases where the respective digital assets were accepted.

Animoca Brands, Standard Chartered, HKT to Launch HKD Stablecoin
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Animoca Brands, Standard Chartered, HKT to Launch HKD Stablecoin

Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong, Animoca Brands, and Hong Kong Telecommunications (HKT) in the framework of a new joint venture will issue Hong Kong dollar-backed stablecoin.

Hong Kong Picks Several Banks and Tech Firms to Test GenAI in Financial Sector
Fintech & Ecommerce

Hong Kong Picks Several Banks and Tech Firms to Test GenAI in Financial Sector

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has picked ten banks and four technology partners to participate in a project to test several use cases for generative artificial intelligence in the financial services sector.

Hong Kong Approves More Cryptocurrency Exchanges
Blockchain & Crypto

Hong Kong Approves More Cryptocurrency Exchanges

Hong Kong’s securities regulator on Wednesday, December 18, approved the activities of four cryptocurrency exchanges as part of the city’s latest attempt to maintain its competitiveness during a kind of race for the status of a global center for trading digital assets.

Chinese Regulators Urge Global Banks to Facilitate Offshore IPO Listings
Finance & Economics

Chinese Regulators Urge Global Banks to Facilitate Offshore IPO Listings

Chinese regulators, including the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), have reportedly requested top global banks to expedite offshore listings for Chinese companies in Hong Kong in an effort to boost overseas fundraising and revive the economy.

Baidu to Test Robotaxi Service in Hong Kong
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Baidu to Test Robotaxi Service in Hong Kong

Baidu has secured approval to test its Apollo Go robotaxi service in Hong Kong, extending its autonomous vehicle operations beyond mainland China.

ZA Bank Launches Retail Crypto Services
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ZA Bank Launches Retail Crypto Services

Hong Kong’s ZA Bank enables retail cryptocurrency trading directly within its app.

Living Your Best Life After Retirement: Financial Tips for a Happy Retirement
Articles

Living Your Best Life After Retirement: Financial Tips for a Happy Retirement

Retirement is a milestone that many look forward to, a time when you can finally leave behind the daily grind and focus on things that truly matter—whether it’s spending more time with family, traveling, or exploring new hobbies. However, enjoying retirement requires careful financial planning. Without it, you risk outliving your savings or struggling to […]

Hong Kong Unveils Rules for Responsible AI Use
Science & Technology

Hong Kong Unveils Rules for Responsible AI Use

The Hong Kong government has unveiled its first guidelines on the practice of responsible use of artificial intelligence and embraced blockchain, as local regulators seek to stay ahead of the pace of the technological revolution, which is likely to disrupt financial services.

Most Popular Online Payment Methods for Hong Kongers
Articles

Most Popular Online Payment Methods for Hong Kongers

The digitalization of the modern world is a trend that continues to evolve as many new options are introduced to our everyday lives, especially in money transactions and processing. New technologies and innovations in the sphere of finance allow much easier access to cash services online and the execution of swift and secure transactions.

Institutions Drive Crypto Adoption in South Korea and Hong Kong: Report
Blockchain & Crypto

Institutions Drive Crypto Adoption in South Korea and Hong Kong: Report

Eastern Asia is the sixth largest cryptocurrency economy in the world this year, accounting for 8.9% of global crypto value received between July 2023 and June 2024. South Korea and Hong Kong stand out as the most crypto-active countries in the region, with institutions driving increased adoption.

Hong Kong Demonstrates Readiness to Push Forward Belt and Road Initiative
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Hong Kong Demonstrates Readiness to Push Forward Belt and Road Initiative

Hong Kong’s financial secretary Paul Chan said that the city has all the capabilities necessary to facilitate the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative.

Technology Giants Boost Hong Kong Stocks
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Technology Giants Boost Hong Kong Stocks

Hong Kong stock indexes on Monday, August 19, showed growth against the background of the rising value of shares of technology companies.

Hong Kong’s Video Gaming Sector to Boost Due to GenAI
Science & Technology

Hong Kong’s Video Gaming Sector to Boost Due to GenAI

The process of implementing generative artificial intelligence, which is currently underway at the global level and demonstrates the tendency of gradual sustainable scaling, is likely to strengthen and probably will increase and diversify the possibilities of the video game industry in Hong Kong.

CashOn Launches Digital Currency Lending Matching Platform
Blockchain & Crypto

CashOn Launches Digital Currency Lending Matching Platform

Hong Kong DeFi company CashOn launched an innovative lending platform that helps customers access cash liquidity by using digital currencies.

Hong Kong to Launch Inverse Bitcoin ETF
Blockchain & Crypto

Hong Kong to Launch Inverse Bitcoin ETF

The new inverse Bitcoin ETF enables investors to profit from the crypto asset price declines