Hong Kong
CLARITY will strengthen dollar stablecoins, but Asia wins on yield: HashKey Research
HashKey says U.S. regulatory clarity may unlock institutional adoption of crypto and reinforce USD stablecoins globally, though stricter yield rules could push capital toward Asian markets offering higher returns.
Bitcoin tests $80,000 as Asia’s bid fades and Hong Kong AI IPOs surge
Western desks are carrying the bitcoin rally alone, with Friday’s jobs report the next test.
Fake Hong Kong stablecoins start trading as real ones remain absent
Tokens using ‘HKDAP’ and ‘HSBC’ tickers are circulating even as the HKMA says no licensed stablecoins have been issued
Trump-Linked World Liberty Financial raises insider access questions
On-chain data analyzed by CoinDesk shows World Liberty Financial used its own stablecoin and governance tokens to borrow tens of millions through a DeFi protocol whose co-founder is an advisor of the venture. The transactions have left retail depositors exposed to concentrated liquidation risk. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts "CoinDesk Daily."
HSBC and Standard Chartered-led group land Hong Kong’s first stablecoin licenses
The approvals by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the territory's central bank, mark the first batch under the Stablecoins Ordinance, which took effect in August 2025.
Hong Kong hasn’t issued a single HKD stablecoin license after March target
Officials flagged March for initial approvals, but licensing has yet to begin with no updated timeline
RedotPay executive turnover clouds crypto payments firm's $4 billion U.S. IPO ambition
The company's internal strain, including reports of required long working hours, is overshadowing its push for a U.S. listing.
Hong Kong links up with Shanghai trade authorities to put cargo data on blockchain
HKMA teams up with mainland regulators to develop a cross-border platform linking cargo data and electronic bills of lading, aiming to cut trade finance friction and plug Chinese supply chains into global markets
Hong Kong's RedotPay said to plan blockbuster $1 billion IPO in New York: Bloomberg
The stablecoin payments company has hired JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs and Jefferies, according to Bloomberg.
Mystery Hong Kong investor in BlackRock's bitcoin ETF breaks silence after $436 million stake sparks controversy
A spokesperson for Laurore said the $436 million IBIT stake “reflects personal investment conviction,” as records link it to a mainland China passport holder.
