Hong Kong - 852web3 Magazine

Hong Kong's Stablecoin & Tokenized Asset Push: A New Era Ahead?

2025-07-19

With the Stablecoin Issuance Guidelines expected to take effect next month, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui said the first phase will issue a limited number of licenses, prioritizing projects with real-world applications.

Hong Kong, Market Insight, Regulation, Stablecoin

Octopus Joins Stablecoin Accelerator as Advisor — Exploring What Web3 Loyalty Could Look Like in Hong Kong

2025-07-14

Hong Kong-based fintech firm IDA has announced a new concept-stage accelerator program in collaboration with Brinc , XDC Network , and Octopus Holdings Limited.

Hong Kong, Market Insight

Major Stablecoin Scam Rocks Mainland China — Founder of Xin Kang Jia Flees with Over 13 Billion RMB

2025-07-09

A massive stablecoin scam has just shaken mainland China. Claiming to be a "Middle East financial giant" and the "China branch of Dubai Gold & Commodity Exchange (DGCX)," Xin Kang Jia was exposed for illegal fundraising, with nearly 2 million members reportedly affected.

Compliance, Hong Kong, Regulation

2025 Hong Kong Web3 Events: Q1 Highlights & What’s Ahead

2025-07-07

As we enter Q2 of this transformative year, Hong Kong’s strategic position as the gateway to Asia continues to attract top-tier talent, global financial capital, and a vibrant community of blockchain innovators. With robust government support and an ever-expanding ecosystem, our city is poised to host a series of international flagship events that will drive new opportunities and connections in the Web3 space.

Consensus, Event, Hong Kong, Web3 Festival

Hong Kong Cracks Down on OTC Crypto Platforms — Jail Time & Millions in Fines for Unlicensed Operators

2025-06-30

On June 27, Hong Kong’s Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) jointly released a consultation paper announcing a mandatory licensing regime for all platforms offering crypto-to-fiat services — including OTC shops and platforms.

Compliance, Hashkey, Hong Kong, Regulation

Cyberport Backs Policy 2.0 with HK$500K Blockchain & Digital Asset Subsidy Scheme - Will Your Web3 Idea Get Funded?

2025-06-28

On the same day the HKSAR Government released its Digital Asset Development Policy Statement 2.0, Cyberport launched a new 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 & 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞, marking another solid step toward building a robust Web3 innovation ecosystem in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong

852Web Proudly Supports the Policy Statement on the Development of Digital Assets in Hong Kong 2.0

2025-06-27

852Web3, Hong Kong, Market Insight

Guotai Junan International Gets Green Light for Virtual Asset Trading in Hong Kong — A Game-Changer for Mainland-Backed Brokerages?

2025-06-26

Compliance, Exchanges, Hong Kong, Market Insight, Regulation

Web3 Momentum in Hong Kong: Office Demand, Startup Grants, and a Clear Regulatory Path

2025-06-24

Hong Kong’s Financial Secretary Paul Chan recently highlighted a surge in demand from Web3 companies for office space — including a full commercial building purchased in Tin Hau as a dedicated Web3 ecosystem hub. As of Q1 2025, Hong Kong recorded 976 registered funds and over US$44 billion in net capital inflows, marking a 285% YoY growth. Meanwhile, government-backed tech hubs Cyberport and Science Park now support 22 listed firms and 20 unicorns, adding further momentum.

Hong Kong, Market Insight

Hong Kong Emerges as a Strategic Gateway for Offshore RMB Stablecoins

2025-06-22

A new wave of policy thinking may put Hong Kong at the center of China’s cross-border stablecoin ambitions. With Hong Kong's new stablecoin legislation officially in effect, global observers are paying close attention to the city’s potential to host the world’s first offshore RMB stablecoin — a bold move that could reshape the global digital payment landscape.

Compliance, Hong Kong, Stablecoin

Tag: Hong Kong