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Huobi Set to Launch Trading Service in Hong Kong

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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Singapore / May 26, 2023 / Huobi announced the launch of Huobi HK and stated that they will provide cryptocurrency trading services to users in HK.

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  • Singapore / May 26, 2023 / Huobi announced the launch of Huobi HK and stated that they will provide cryptocurrency trading services to users in HK.
  • Huobi HK will play a significant role in driving Hong Kong towards becoming the global hub for Web3.
  • It is worth noting that during this year's Hong Kong Web3 Carnival, Huobi became a significant contributor to Hong Kong's first Web3 ecosystem fund.
  • Additionally, Huobi is actively preparing to apply for a cryptocurrency trading license in Hong Kong.

BitMart Exchange Expands in Hong Kong with New Crypto Trading Platform

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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The BitMart Hong Kong (HK) aspires to establish itself as a leader in the digital asset landscape in Hong Kong, offering diversified trading solutions to experienced traders and newcomers venturing into the realm of cryptocurrencies.

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  • The BitMart Hong Kong (HK) aspires to establish itself as a leader in the digital asset landscape in Hong Kong, offering diversified trading solutions to experienced traders and newcomers venturing into the realm of cryptocurrencies.
  • Currently, BitMart Hong Kong (HK) supports spot trading of prominent digital assets, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Litecoin (LTC).
  • BitMart has maintained a substantial presence and provided trading services to users in Hong Kong since the year of 2018.
  • Sheldon Xia, the Founder and CEO of BitMart, expressed, "The primary objective of BitMart Hong Kong (HK) is to provide users with a secure and compliant trading environment.

TRON MainNet's Fifth Anniversary: A Landmark in the Rise of a World-Leading Public Chain

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Impressing the industry with one achievement after another, it has grown into a leading public chain in the world.

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  • Impressing the industry with one achievement after another, it has grown into a leading public chain in the world.
  • Against the ever-fiercer competition among public chains around the world, TRON has stood out with its second-to-none performance, scalability, and security, attracting masses of developers and users worldwide.
  • As a top-tier public chain with a Chinese background, TRON has promised full support for Hong Kong's efforts to develop Web 3.0.
  • TRON was founded by Justin Sun in 2017, and its MainNet went live on May 31, 2018.

Gate Group Announces Appointment of Kevin Lee as Chief Executive Officer of Gate.HK

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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HONG KONG, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gate Group, a leading provider of virtual asset services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Lee as the Chief Executive Officer of Gate.HK , the Hong Kong virtual asset exchange.

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  • HONG KONG, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gate Group, a leading provider of virtual asset services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Lee as the Chief Executive Officer of Gate.HK , the Hong Kong virtual asset exchange.
  • Prior to joining Gate.HK, Kevin held prominent positions with renowned financial institutions, including BNP Paribas, Macquarie Group, and JPMorgan Chase.
  • Dr. Lin Han, Founder and CEO of Gate Group, expressed his excitement about the appointment, stating, "We are excited to have Kevin Lee join Gate Group as the Chief Executive Officer of Gate.HK.
  • The appointment of Kevin as CEO comes at an exciting time for Gate Group, as it unveils its latest virtual asset trading platform, Gate.HK.

Enhanced OKX App Offers Safe and Secure Spot Virtual Asset Trading to Hong Kong Customers

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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HONG KONG, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OKX , the world's second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume and a leading Web3 technology company, has enhanced its app to offer safe and secure spot trading of virtual assets to Hong Kong users in accordance with the requirements for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in the city.

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  • HONG KONG, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OKX , the world's second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume and a leading Web3 technology company, has enhanced its app to offer safe and secure spot trading of virtual assets to Hong Kong users in accordance with the requirements for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in the city.
  • The OKX app, which allows Hong Kong users to buy, sell, and hold 16 major cryptocurrencies, adheres to the high standards applied to traditional exchanges in Hong Kong in terms of security, trading technology and risk controls.
  • At OKX, we are committed to offering users the most secure and intuitive crypto trading experience, in line with the latest requirements from the Hong Kong government.
  • Hong Kong users can buy, sell and convert 16 major virtual assets through the app, including BTC, ETH and several others.

Gate.HK Officially Launches and Begins Operations in Hong Kong

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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Gate.HK opened for registration and trading services on May 23rd, offering virtual asset deposits and withdrawals, as well as spot trading on various virtual assets such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Litecoin (LTC).

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  • Gate.HK opened for registration and trading services on May 23rd, offering virtual asset deposits and withdrawals, as well as spot trading on various virtual assets such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Litecoin (LTC).
  • Gate.HK aims to introduce a wider array of trading services catering to all users including retail users and professional investors.
  • Also, in 2022, Hippo Financial Services Limited of Gate Group obtained the Trust and Corporate Service Provider (TCSP) licence.
  • Its regional entities remain committed to legally compliant operations to ensure clients receive safe and trustworthy services.

Dr. George Lam Officially Joins VSFG as Honorary Chairman

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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HONG KONG, May 16, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - To drive the strategic development of innovative financial services, Venture Smart Financial Holdings Limited (hereinafter referred to as "VSFG" or "the Group") officially announced the appointment of Dr. George Lam, BBS, JP ("Dr. Lam") as Honorary Chairman today.

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  • HONG KONG, May 16, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - To drive the strategic development of innovative financial services, Venture Smart Financial Holdings Limited (hereinafter referred to as "VSFG" or "the Group") officially announced the appointment of Dr. George Lam, BBS, JP ("Dr. Lam") as Honorary Chairman today.
  • Dr. Lam said, "I have accepted the invitation from Mr. Lawrence Chu, Chairman of VSFG, because we share the same vision for the future development of Hong Kong's financial industry.
  • VSFG is the first virtual asset manager in Hong Kong licensed by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission ("SFC").
  • Mr. Lawrence Chu, Chairman of VSFG, also expressed his sincere appreciation to Dr. Lam for joining and supporting VSFG, "As a farsighted visionary, Dr. Lam has always been driving the integration of the new and traditional economies without neglecting the importance of regulations and corporate governance.

BIKA has added business lines such as BIKA Research, BIKA Academy, DEX, and financial products

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Friday, May 12, 2023
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Singapore, May 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recently, BIKA has added business lines such as BIKA Research, BIKA Academy, DEX, and financial products.

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  • Singapore, May 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recently, BIKA has added business lines such as BIKA Research, BIKA Academy, DEX, and financial products.
  • With the rapid advancement of international compliance, BIKA now has products such as spot, perpetual contract, super leverage and walkthrough trading.
  • In order to realize the global industrial chain layout, BIKA starts related business lines such as R&D, investment, incubation and security technology development.
  • BIKA is a financial service based on digital assets that has over 5 million users worldwide.

HKEX Welcomes Launch of Swap Connect

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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HONG KONG, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) welcomes the joint news release today (Friday) by the People's Bank of China (PBOC), Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and Hong Kong Monetary Authority on the launch of Swap Connect, the new mutual access programme between Hong Kong and Mainland China's interbank interest rate swap markets.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) welcomes the joint news release today (Friday) by the People's Bank of China (PBOC), Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and Hong Kong Monetary Authority on the launch of Swap Connect, the new mutual access programme between Hong Kong and Mainland China's interbank interest rate swap markets.
  • As confirmed in the announcement, Swap Connect will launch on 15 May 2023.
  • HKEX Chief Executive Officer, Nicolas Aguzin, said: "Swap Connect is the latest chapter in our Connect story.
  • Under Swap Connect, CFETS and overseas electronic trading platforms recognised by the PBOC will jointly provide trading services for Hong Kong and international investors.

HKEX Welcomes Launch of Swap Connect

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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HONG KONG, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) welcomes the joint news release today (Friday) by the People's Bank of China (PBOC), Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and Hong Kong Monetary Authority on the launch of Swap Connect, the new mutual access programme between Hong Kong and Mainland China's interbank interest rate swap markets.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) welcomes the joint news release today (Friday) by the People's Bank of China (PBOC), Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and Hong Kong Monetary Authority on the launch of Swap Connect, the new mutual access programme between Hong Kong and Mainland China's interbank interest rate swap markets.
  • As confirmed in the announcement, Swap Connect will launch on 15 May 2023.
  • HKEX Chief Executive Officer, Nicolas Aguzin, said: "Swap Connect is the latest chapter in our Connect story.
  • Under Swap Connect, CFETS and overseas electronic trading platforms recognised by the PBOC will jointly provide trading services for Hong Kong and international investors.