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Singapore’s DigiFT Expands Operations to Hong Kong, With Kevin Loo as CEO
DigiFT, an exchange for on-chain real-world assets (RWA) licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), is extending its operations to Hong Kong. This extension is marked by DigiFT’s inclusion in the Cyberport Incubation Programme, a hub in Hong Kong
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OneDegree Launches Cyber Insurance for Industries Beyond Web3
OneDegree has expanded its digital asset insurance portfolio by unveiling OneInfinity Cyber Insurance, aimed at a broad spectrum of industries beyond Web3 companies. This development comes when the digital landscape is increasingly besieged by cyber threats, amplified by the advent
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Adyen and PayMe by HSBC Team Up to Expand Hong Kong Payment Options
Adyen, a financial technology platform for enterprise businesses, has announced a significant partnership with PayMe by HSBC. This partnership marks a strategic move for Adyen to become an acquirer for the popular mobile payment service in Hong Kong. This collaboration
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HKbitEX Receives Regulatory Approval-in-Principle for Virtual Asset Trading
HKbitEX, affiliated with Tykhe Capital Group Limited, has announced that it received preliminary approval from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) for Type 1 (dealing in securities) and Type 7 (providing automated trading services) licenses under the Securities
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HashKey Exchange Partners with Victory Securities to Enhance Crypto Services
HashKey Exchange, a licensed crypto exchange in Hong Kong, has partnered with Victory Securities, a corporation licensed by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC). The partnership focuses on institutional virtual asset custody services, utilising Omnibus accounts to offer
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HSBC Gold Token to Democratise Gold Investment for Retail Customers in Hong Kong
HSBC has unveiled the HSBC Gold Token for its retail customers in Hong Kong. This development introduces tokenised gold to the retail market, accessible through the bank’s online and mobile platforms. The HSBC Gold Token, which represents physical gold ownership
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How Has FPS Hong Kong Transformed the Payment Experience?
The introduction of the Faster Payment System (FPS) in Hong Kong has significantly transformed the landscape of financial transactions within the region, offering a testament to the city’s adaptability and forward-thinking approach in the fintech domain. Since its inception in
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e-HKD: How Hong Kong’s Digital Currency Might Change How We Think About Money
In the ever-changing world of finance, we’re standing at the brink of a transformation that’s as profound as it is wide-reaching. At the heart of this seismic shift is Hong Kong, where the global pulse of finance meets cutting-edge technology.
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Two Million Japanese Merchants Now Accept Global E-Wallets via Alipay+
Ant International announces that it is integrating its Alipay+ service with two million merchants in Japan, aiming to address the payment challenges international visitors face. This development seeks to provide a more inclusive payment ecosystem, enabling visitors to use their
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Hang Seng Bank Unveils HK$33 Billion Fund to Support Hong Kong SMEs
Hang Seng Bank announced the HK$33 billion SME Power Up Fund to bolster the growth, cross-border development, and sustainable advancement of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Hong Kong. The fund addresses the challenges SMEs face today, from cash flow
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