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Coinfest Asia to Be Attended by Over 3,000 Participants and 100 Notable Speakers in the Web3 Industry

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

In its second edition, Coinfest Asia will act as a bridge between the web2 and web3 industries, aiming to create a more resilient web3 industry.

Key Points: 
  • In its second edition, Coinfest Asia will act as a bridge between the web2 and web3 industries, aiming to create a more resilient web3 industry.
  • This makes Coinfest Asia the biggest web3 festival event in Asia, especially in Indonesia, this year.
  • Coinfest Asia will present more than 100 speakers from various web2 and web3 sectors.
  • Additionally, Coinfest Asia offers various activities to facilitate connections between industry players and web2 and web3 communities.

Mercurity Fintech Holding's Subsidiary, Ucon Capital Hong Kong, Earns Distinguished Approval to enter “Cyberport” Community

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

This approval is a significant acknowledgment of MFH and Ucon's capabilities and expertise, marking a critical milestone in the Company's strategic vision.

Key Points: 
  • This approval is a significant acknowledgment of MFH and Ucon's capabilities and expertise, marking a critical milestone in the Company's strategic vision.
  • Ucon's acceptance into the Cyberport community will provide MFH with rich resources to fuel its future development.
  • This expansion will further the Company's global presence and reinforce its positioning as a global leader in the fintech space.
  • Mercurity Fintech Holding, Inc. CEO Shi Qiu expressed, “We are honored to join this group of influential and carefully selected companies in the Hong Kong Cyberport initiative.

Sarson Funds Employs Blockpass' KYC for BCH, CSPR Stablecoins

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

The asset-backed U.S. dollar stablecoins will exclusively hold Circle's USDC as collateral which will be held on-chain with a publicly verifiable address.

Key Points: 
  • The asset-backed U.S. dollar stablecoins will exclusively hold Circle's USDC as collateral which will be held on-chain with a publicly verifiable address.
  • Sarson Funds has deep knowledge of the stablecoin marketplace having run a stablecoin portfolio since 2020 and has multiyear relationships with the development teams at Casper Network and Bitcoin Cash.
  • This launch will be Sarson Fund's first foray into issuing stablecoins, and they cite increasing demand in both ecosystems as the catalyst for the product launch.
  • "We're very proud to have been selected by Sarson Funds to provide compliance measures for such a significant development."

DUCKble The Joy, DUCKble The Fun! Campaign Launches!

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Monday, June 12, 2023

DOTTED is proud to partner with event sponsor VSFG on the "DOUBLE DUCKS with Hong Kong Signature Icons" digital collectibles and launch "DUCKble The Joy, DUCKble The Fun" campaign to offer a series of surprises.

Key Points: 
  • DOTTED is proud to partner with event sponsor VSFG on the "DOUBLE DUCKS with Hong Kong Signature Icons" digital collectibles and launch "DUCKble The Joy, DUCKble The Fun" campaign to offer a series of surprises.
  • To celebrate this collaboration, DOTTED is launching a campaign called "DUCKble The Joy, DUCKble The Fun!"
  • Starting from now until July 12, 2023, participants can register on DOTTED's campaign website for a chance to win a unique DOUBLE DUCKS digital collectible.
  • The revolutionary AI-driven campaign is transforming the way brands connect with the people of Hong Kong.

VSFG Proudly Sponsors the "DOUBLE DUCKS" Project and Partners with DOTTED on the Official Digital Collectible Collection to Drive Web3 Mass Adoption

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Monday, June 12, 2023

The "DOUBLE DUCKS with Hong Kong Signature Icons" series was unveiled to the public earlier this month, captivating both local citizens and tourists with its unique charm.

Key Points: 
  • The "DOUBLE DUCKS with Hong Kong Signature Icons" series was unveiled to the public earlier this month, captivating both local citizens and tourists with its unique charm.
  • As the proud sponsor of the "DOUBLE DUCKS" project, VSFG is excited to collaborate with its Web3 & NFT partner, DOTTED, in distributing these official digital collectibles.
  • At DOTTED, our mission is to champion Web3 and facilitate the widespread adoption of virtual assets.
  • Our involvement in this project serves as a testament to our dedication in achieving this goal."

Virtual Asset Industry Leaders Launch Association in Hong Kong to Provide a Forum for Collaboration, whilst Spearheading the Best in Both Commercial Innovation and Sound Protection

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Monday, May 29, 2023

HKLVAA was co-initiated and chaired by Mr. Lawrence Chu, Chairman of Venture Smart Financial Holdings Limited (VSFG) ( https://www.vsfg.com/ ).

Key Points: 
  • HKLVAA was co-initiated and chaired by Mr. Lawrence Chu, Chairman of Venture Smart Financial Holdings Limited (VSFG) ( https://www.vsfg.com/ ).
  • Its subsidiary, Venture Smart Asia Limited, is the first SFC-approved virtual asset manager.
  • Mr. Chu remarked: "We are thrilled to establish this association in Hong Kong to promote a stronger dialogue between those currently in the VA industry, traditional institutional firms, clients and supervisory bodies.
  • More details and the official launch date of the Association will be announced in Q3, 2023.

Web3 and virtual asset industry groups, paired with new licensing regime, open up the potential of Hong Kong's digital economy

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Monday, May 29, 2023

-- Hong Kong strengthens its commitment to becoming a global Web3 hub with the launch of new industry groups led by the city's business elite.

Key Points: 
  • -- Hong Kong strengthens its commitment to becoming a global Web3 hub with the launch of new industry groups led by the city's business elite.
  • -- The entrepreneurial, investment, and policy momentum in Hong Kong make it a prime market for Web3 and virtual asset associations that champion the industry's future.
  • HONG KONG, May 29, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Two new Hong Kong industry associations, Hong Kong Licensed Virtual Assets Association (HKLVAA) and Web3 Harbour, today announced a shared commitment to the long-term growth and development of the virtual asset economy and decentralized internet in a joint debut at Radical Finance Asia.
  • These include HashKey Digital Asset Group Limited, Venture Smart Asia Limited, Victory Securities Company Limited, Axion Global Asset Management Limited, and MaiCapital Limited.

Creating a blueprint for Web3: Hong Kong business leaders unite to accelerate innovation and investment in digital assets and the decentralised internet

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Monday, May 29, 2023

Lawrence Chu, Co-founder and Chairman of VSFG, parent company of Hong Kong's first SFC-approved virtual asset manager, will serve as the association's founding vice-chair.

Key Points: 
  • Lawrence Chu, Co-founder and Chairman of VSFG, parent company of Hong Kong's first SFC-approved virtual asset manager, will serve as the association's founding vice-chair.
  • Member organisations include AngelHub, Animoca Brands, DLA Piper, Finoverse, FoundersHK, hi.com, HKG DAO, Memeland, PwC Hong Kong, Stratford Finance, Terminal 3, VSFG, Web3 Marketing Association, and WHub.
  • "Web3 Harbour is committed to promoting a pro-innovation, pro-collaboration, and truly inclusive environment for Web3 development in Hong Kong," said Mr Liu.
  • Numerous industry leaders have been convening over the past year to exchange knowledge, opinions, and aspirations about Hong Kong's Web3 environment.

Social Marketplace Calaxy Launches To Revolutionize Creator Monetization in $250 Billion Creator Economy

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Calaxy, a next-generation social marketplace, has successfully launched its application, ushering in a new era of creator monetization. The application helps creators professionalize their passions and generate revenue from content by providing a one-stop shop for them to offer experiences to their community.  A $250 billion market, the creator economy is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the internet, with an estimated 200 million content creators participating. Despite rapid growth, infrastructure has remained stagnant, leaving creators struggling to monetize as they're trapped between algorithms and reliance on brand deals. The launch of Calaxy redefines the market, empowering creators with an equitable social media model that allows them to better capture the value they create. With the opportunity to price their offerings, Calaxy enables creators to cut out costly intermediaries and instantly receive payment directly from fans on delivery of the requested experience.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Calaxy , a next-generation social marketplace, has successfully launched its application, ushering in a new era of creator monetization.
  • A $250 billion market , the creator economy is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the internet, with an estimated 200 million content creators participating.
  • The launch of Calaxy redefines the market, empowering creators with an equitable social media model that allows them to better capture the value they create.
  • Spencer Dinwiddie , Executive Chair and Co-Founder of Calaxy, said: "After three years of non-stop teamwork, Calaxy is finally here, and sitting right at the core of THE creator economy.

Social Marketplace Calaxy Launches To Revolutionize Creator Monetization in $250 Billion Creator Economy

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 10, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Calaxy, a next-generation social marketplace, has successfully launched its application, ushering in a new era of creator monetization. The application helps creators professionalize their passions and generate revenue from content by providing a one-stop shop for them to offer experiences to their community.  A $250 billion market, the creator economy is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the internet, with an estimated 200 million content creators participating. Despite rapid growth, infrastructure has remained stagnant, leaving creators struggling to monetize as they're trapped between algorithms and reliance on brand deals. The launch of Calaxy redefines the market, empowering creators with an equitable social media model that allows them to better capture the value they create. With the opportunity to price their offerings, Calaxy enables creators to cut out costly intermediaries and instantly receive payment directly from fans on delivery of the requested experience.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Calaxy , a next-generation social marketplace, has successfully launched its application, ushering in a new era of creator monetization.
  • A $250 billion market , the creator economy is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the internet, with an estimated 200 million content creators participating.
  • The launch of Calaxy redefines the market, empowering creators with an equitable social media model that allows them to better capture the value they create.
  • Spencer Dinwiddie , Executive Chair and Co-Founder of Calaxy, said: "After three years of non-stop teamwork, Calaxy is finally here, and sitting right at the core of THE creator economy.