Hong Kong Set To Expand Digital-Asset Exchange Licenses Amid Push For Stablecoin Proposal
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Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to expand digital-asset exchange licenses by 2024, aiming to establish the city as a digital asset hub. The SFC is also considering a state-backed stablecoin, HKDG, to enhance financial efficiency and inclusivity.
October 28, 2024 | 3:00 pm
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Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd. has launched a Virtual Asset Index Series to provide reliable benchmarks for Bitcoin and Ethereum prices, aligning with Hong Kong's push to become a digital asset hub.
The introduction of a Virtual Asset Index Series by Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd. aligns with the city's ambition to become a digital asset hub, potentially increasing interest and trading activity in the region.
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