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Hong Kong’s Fraud Empire Collapses: How Triads, AI, and Fake Love Fuel Massive Crypto Heist

October 19, 2024

Hong Kong police have dismantled a notorious fraud syndicate responsible for defrauding victims of HK$360 million using romance scams tied to fake cryptocurrency platforms. Arresting 27 individuals, some linked to triads, they revealed the sophisticated use of deepfake technology and digital media expertise to deceive victims across Asia. Massive Fraud Syndicate Busted: Deepfake Romance Scams,…
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Hong Kong CBDC Pilot Enters Phase 2 With New Firms to Advance Digital Currency Use Cases

September 26, 2024

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has moved into Phase 2 of its e-HKD pilot program, expanding its exploration into tokenized deposits and e-HKD. With 11 groups of firms selected, the initiative delves into practical applications such as offline payments and asset settlement. The creation of an industry forum aims to solve potential challenges while…
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Sygnum Secures Liechtenstein License to Expand Crypto Services in EU

September 24, 2024

Sygnum, a Swiss digital asset banking group, has registered its local subsidiary with the Liechtenstein financial regulator. This move allows the company to offer regulated services in the EU and European Economic Area under the incoming MiCA framework. With plans for further growth in Asia, including Hong Kong and Singapore, Sygnum continues to strengthen its…
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South Korea, Hong Kong Lead Crypto Market Growth in East Asia

September 19, 2024

East Asia’s cryptocurrency market is experiencing significant growth, driven by institutional adoption in South Korea and Hong Kong, according to a report by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. South Korea leads with $130 billion in on-chain value, while Hong Kong emerges as a major hub due to its unique regulatory framework. Both regions reflect shifting attitudes…
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Hong Kong SFC Seeks Industry Feedback on New Licensing Rules for OTC Crypto Services

September 13, 2024

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is actively seeking input from industry participants on proposed new licensing regulations for over-the-counter (OTC) cryptocurrency services. The initiative aims to establish a comprehensive framework that mandates licensing and adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing regulations. This move, which includes joint supervision by the SFC and…
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FBI Warns of Growing $55 Billion Business Email Scam

September 13, 2024

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned of a rising business email compromise (BEC) threat, responsible for $55 billion in global losses over a decade. The scam has affected all 50 U.S. states and 186 countries, with funds frequently routed through banks in the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, China, Mexico, and the United Arab…
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China’s Digital Yuan Nears $1 Trillion in Transactions, PBOC Official Reveals

September 11, 2024

China’s digital yuan initiative has advanced considerably, backed by over a decade of research and four years of pilot experimentation, according to Lu Lei, Deputy Governor of the People’s Bank of China (PBOC). Trials for the Chinese central bank digital currency (CBDC) have been conducted in 17 different areas, accumulating a total transaction value of…
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Hong Kong’s Largest Online Broker Launches Retail Crypto Trading for 22 Million Users

August 2, 2024

Futu Securities International, Hong Kong’s largest online broker with 21.64 million users, has launched retail cryptocurrency trading. Hong Kong residents can now trade bitcoin and ether in either Hong Kong or U.S. dollars directly through Futu’s platform. “We are actively working on expanding our crypto offerings in the near future,” the company said. Last month,…
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Hong Kong Regulator Warns Against Proxinex for Suspected Virtual Asset Fraud

July 30, 2024

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has issued a public warning regarding Proxinex, an entity suspected of virtual asset-related fraud. Investors have encountered issues withdrawing virtual assets from Proxinex, later being informed that their accounts were nonexistent. The SFC suspects Proxinex enlisted an agent to attract investors through dating apps, possibly using…
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Interpol Issues Red Notice for ‘Coin Young Master’ Who Threw Cash From Rooftop

July 30, 2024

Interpol is aiding Hong Kong officials in locating Wong Ching-kit, a cryptocurrency promoter known as “Coin Young Master,” notorious for his 2018 stunt of tossing HK$6,000 from a rooftop. Wong faces charges of fraud and theft, including involvement in a HK$3 million cryptocurrency deception. An Interpol red notice has been issued to facilitate his arrest.…
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