Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a significant hub in the global cryptocurrency landscape, home to numerous blockchain companies, crypto exchanges, and enthusiasts. The region boasts a robust regulatory framework, fostering a conducive environment for crypto-related activities. Renowned crypto exchanges like Bitfinex and OKEx are headquartered here, facilitating vast daily trading volumes. Hong Kong's blockchain networks are advanced, supporting various protocols and fostering innovation in the crypto space. The region's crypto community is diverse, involving investors, traders, developers, and blockchain startups. Despite its traditional finance background, Hong Kong has embraced the digital asset revolution, positioning itself as a leading player in the crypto world.

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Justin Sun: USDD to Be One of the Settlement Stablecoins on Huobi

Tron Founder Justin Sun was named a global advisor following Hong Kong-based About Capital's acquisition of crypto exchange Huobi. "Within the next three months, we probably will list all the cryptocurrency against USDD on Huobi," Sun tells "First Mover."

Oct 11, 2022, 12:25 p.m. EDT

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Justin Sun on Huobi Being Acquired by About Capital

Tron Founder Justin Sun discusses the significance of Hong Kong-based About Capital acquiring crypto exchange Huobi Global. Plus, insights into decentralized stablecoin USDD, "advantages" of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), how Binance competes against its rivals and his "highly optimistic" outlook for China's crypto scene.

Oct 11, 2022, 10:55 a.m. EDT

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Hong Kong-Based About Capital to Acquire Crypto Exchange Huobi Global, Justin Sun and 4 Others Named Global Advisors

Crypto exchange Huobi Global, one of the biggest token trading outposts in the Asia markets, said late Friday that it has agreed to be purchased by Hong Kong-based investment company About Capital Management's M&A fund. "The Hash" team discusses the potential motivations behind the acquisition and the possible outcomes.

Oct 10, 2022, 1:11 p.m. EDT

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Landmark International CBDC Test Deemed Success, BIS Says

Over $22 million in foreign exchange was aided via the pilot involving China, Thailand and Hong Kong, the Bank for international Settlements said

By Jack SchicklerSep 27, 2022, 12:25 p.m. EDT

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Best Universities for Blockchain 2022: City University of Hong Kong

Host of the Fintech Olympiad for four years, the No. 17-ranked university is a proponent of blockchain technology uses in the Great Bay Area. This story is part of CoinDesk's Education Week.

By Xinyi LuoSep 26, 2022, 7:27 a.m. EDT

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Best Universities for Blockchain 2022: University of Hong Kong

The blockchain research and courses land the city’s go-to incubator for the next generation of financial talent at spot No. 11. This story is part of CoinDesk's Education Week.

By Sam ReynoldsSep 26, 2022, 7:24 a.m. EDT