As the United States ponders stricter regulations that might label Ethereum a security, Hong Kong ETF issuers aren’t breaking a sweat. They’re confident that U.S. regulatory shifts won’t rattle the ...
Hong Kong ETFs begin trading, issuers unfazed if US declares ETH a security
Exchange-traded fund issuers in Hong Kong are not concerned about the crypto crackdown in the United States which could result in regulators classifying Ether (ETH) as a security. Speaking at a press conference on April 29 on the eve of the launch of ...
How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat
TikTok has grown from a niche teen app into a global trendsetter. What's now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
Asia’s first spot bitcoin and ether ETFs gain in Hong Kong debut
Six spot bitcoin and ether exchange traded funds (ETFs) gained in their Hong Kong debut on Tuesday, with the three bitcoin ETFs climbing more than 3% in early trade, reflecting Asian investor ...
Hong Kong Exchange Open to Levered, Inverse Crypto ETF Products
Hong Kong’s stock exchange indicated the bourse is open to an expanded roster of crypto exchange-traded funds, as the city’s first spot-Bitcoin and Ether products go live.
Hong Kong is poised to be a bigger force for regional prosperity
Hong Kong is already a significant trade and investment partner to members of RCEP, the world’s largest trade bloc. After the city’s membership is approved, it can help to harmonise trade rules, ...
Spot Bitcoin ETFs Commence Trading in Hong Kong
A Hong Kong spot Bitcoin ETF issuer reportedly told WuBlockchain "the issuance scale of Hong Kong’s Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs, which will be launched tomorrow at UTC+8, is expected to reach ...
Bitcoin, Ethereum spot ETFs start trading in Hong Kong with high expectations
Hong Kong's new Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are set to begin trading, with expectations to surpass the US's initial ETF scale and attract global investors.
Strained Chinese cities struggle to pay home buying subsidies
Amy Wang was counting on a 100,000 yuan ($13,800) subsidy promised by authorities in the eastern Chinese city of Weifang to fit and furnish an apartment she bought two years ago. Still waiting for the ...
HK bankers earn more than city-state peers
SINGAPORE: Hong Kong bankers enjoyed higher base salaries and bonuses in 2023 compared with their peers in Singapore, some of whom suffered the harshest cuts in the Asia-Pacific.
Bitcoin Wavers Around $63K, Awaiting Hong Kong Spot Crypto ETF Debut
Despite muted anticipation for the new products, an executive of one of the issuers reportedly expects that the first-day issuance of the Hong Kong offerings will exceed the U.S. debut in January.
Hong Kong Vies With US in Bitcoin ETF Market After Crypto’s Revival
A batch of exchange-traded funds investing directly in crypto will debut in Hong Kong on Tuesday, heralding potential competition for US Bitcoin products whose popularity stoked a record rally in the ...
Hong Kong’s No 2 official calls for soft approach to instil patriotism among students
Chief Secretary Eric Chan says authorities and schools can use film culture, mega sports events and exchanges such as visits to aerospace facilities to carry out national education.
Hong Kong Transgender Activist Receives New Identity Card After Seven-Year Legal Battle
Hong Kong transgender advocate Henry Tse recently received a fresh identity card, marking a significant milestone after a grueling legal battle spanning seven years against the city’s administration ...