
2026-01-14
In 2026, as Hong Kong’s virtual asset regulatory framework continues to mature, professional investors and institutions are required to complete rigorous Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence before engaging in trading activities. This KYC explainer provides an in-depth analysis of the institutional-grade KYC process under the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) regulatory framework. It offers a practical compliance checklist built around five key steps, designed to help you complete verification efficiently and securely on HashKey Exchange and enter the compliant digital asset ecosystem with confidence.
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2026-01-14
As we enter2026, Hong Kong’s virtual asset regulatory framework has become increasingly mature, but the compliance challenges facing Professional Investors (PI) and institutional clients have also grown more complex. This article, written as an expert-level security and compliance primer, takes a deep dive into five commonly overlooked regulatory pitfalls, spanning asset custody, AML/KYC, and cross-border transactions. Drawing on practical experience from a licensed exchange, it provides actionable guidance to help ensure your digital asset portfolio remains secure, resilient, and positioned for steady growth.
HashKey Exchange

2026-01-04
As one of Hong Kong’s first licensed retail virtual asset trading platforms, HashKey Group’s public listing is not only a milestone in the company’s own development, but also a reflection of Hong Kong Web3’s broader transition toward compliance and internationalization. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of HashKey’s listing from multiple dimensions, including the evolution of Hong Kong’s VATP regulatory framework, the competitive landscape of the industry (such as comparisons with OSL), and emerging trends like institutional capital participation and RWA tokenization. It aims to unpack the macro background, strategic significance, and future challenges surrounding HashKey’s listing, offering investors and industry observers an authoritative and in-depth perspective.
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2026-01-04
Looking back at 2025, HashKey’s successful public listing was not only a milestone for the company itself, but also a critical watershed moment for Hong Kong as a global virtual asset hub. This article offers an in-depth analysis of the phased evolution of Hong Kong’s virtual asset compliance landscape through the lens of HashKey’s listing. By examining the maturation of the regulatory framework, the market’s survival-of-the-fittest dynamic, and the establishment of the “compliance-as-value” paradigm, it highlights three fundamental shifts and explores their far-reaching implications for 2026 and beyond.
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2026-01-04
In 2025, the Bitcoin market experienced dramatic volatility. As a Hong Kong–licensed exchange, HashKey Group presents a professional in-depth analysis of the Bitcoin 2025 Market Review: Halving Cycle, Macroeconomic Environment, and Capital Structure. Based on comprehensive data, this report examines post-halving price behavior, how Federal Reserve policy influenced market sentiment, and how institutional capital inflows, particularly via ETFs, reshaped the market’s capital structure, helping you better understand the investment landscape for 2026 and beyond.
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2026-01-04
2025 marked a pivotal year in Web3’s journey toward the mainstream. This article provides an in-depth analysis of 2025 Web3 Industry Review: The Evolution of Compliance and Institutional Participation. Through data-driven insights into Hong Kong’s VASP regime, real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, and institutional-grade staking, it reveals how licensed exchanges such as HashKey Exchange are leading the next wave of growth. For professionals closely following cryptocurrency compliance and institutional developments, this is an annual review not to be missed.
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2026-01-04
The listing of HashKey Group marks a defining moment in which a Hong Kong–licensed virtual asset exchange formally enters the mainstream capital markets. This article provides an in-depth interpretation of Interpreting the HashKey IPO: The Significance of a Licensed Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange Entering the Capital Markets. It comprehensively analyzes HashKey’s business model and financial position, and evaluates the opportunities and potential risks the IPO presents for investors and Hong Kong’s broader Web3 ecosystem. The aim is to offer readers a professional and structured reference to support informed investment decision-making.
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2025-12-30
Hong Kong's virtual asset regulatory framework improves, Hong Kong dollar stablecoin expected in early 2026; Fed's 25BP rate cut probability in Jan rebounds to 17.7%, March cut expectations rise; Lu Lei clarifies e-CNY's core attributes & cross-border functions, China-Laos completes first cross-border e-CNY QR payment; BOJ plans steady rate hikes every few months
HashKey Exchange

2025-12-29
Hong Kong's virtual asset regulatory framework improves, Hong Kong dollar stablecoin expected in early 2026; Bitcoin hits 125,600 USD high then drops over 30%; Fed's 25BP rate cut probability in Jan rebounds to 17.7%, March cut expectations rise; Lu Lei clarifies e-CNY's core attributes & cross-border functions, China-Laos completes first cross-border e-CNY QR payment; BOJ plans steady rate hikes every few months
HashKey Exchange

2025-12-29
Hong Kong's virtual asset regulatory framework improves, Hong Kong dollar stablecoin expected in early 2026; Bitcoin hits 125,600 USD high then drops over 30%; Fed's 25BP rate cut probability in Jan rebounds to 17.7%, March cut expectations rise; Lu Lei clarifies e-CNY's core attributes & cross-border functions, China-Laos completes first cross-border e-CNY QR payment; BOJ plans steady rate hikes every few months
HashKey Exchange

2025-12-24
Approximately 50% of Euro stablecoins are deployed on the Ethereum blockchain; Solana foundation announces launch of Kora; The Japanese government plans to promote the issuance of local government bonds "on-chain," and may submit relevant legislation in 2026; The Russian Central Bank has announced new cryptocurrency regulations to be implemented in 2026; Ghana officially legalizes cryptocurrency trading, plans to explore gold-backed stablecoin; Michael Selig has been sworn in as the Chair of the U.S. CFTC
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2025-12-23
Hong Kong aims to promote cryptocurrency with new infrastructure rules to guide insurance industry investment; SOL and XRP spot ETFs recorded net inflows last week; The Indonesian Financial Services Authority has announced the list of 29 licensed cryptocurrency exchanges; Japanese Yen stablecoin issuer JPYC collaborates with South Korea IT giant ITCEN GLOBAL to conduct stablecoin research; The probability of the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged in January is 80.1%
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2025-12-22
The daily average Transfer transaction volume of USDT and USDC is close to twice the sum of the top five cryptocurrencies; Ethereum's "Glamsterdam" upgrade targeted for 2026; Ethereum Foundation: Development focus shifts to security; plans to implement 128-bit security standards next year; Stablecoin total market capitalization slightly decreased by 0.26% this week, still maintaining all-time high; Tether mobile cryptocurrency wallet to integrate AI, only supports Bitcoin, USDT, USAT, XAUT; The probability of the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged in January is 79%
HashKey Exchange

2025-12-19
Ethereum is expected to increase its gas limit to 80 million in Jan 2026; Monthly adjusted stablecoin trading volume has surpassed Visa and PayPal; JPMorgan Chase has deployed JPM Coin on the Base public blockchain; The Federal Reserve has rescinded its 2023 cryptocurrency restriction policy, easing constraints on banks' "novel" crypto initiatives; The "CLARITY Act" will be submitted to the Senate for debate in January, followed by a final vote by the entire body; Bank of England cuts interest rate by 25 basis points as planned
HashKey Exchange

2025-12-18
HashKey Holdings Limited, a leading digital asset company in Asia, officially listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.
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2025-12-18
Hong Kong's Q3 virtual asset spot ETF total market cap grew by 33% YoY; Tether launches PearPass, a decentralized password manager; IoTeX achieves full MiCA compliance across EU-27; Exodus is partnering with MoonPay to launch a USD stablecoin; Brazilian stock exchange B3 will launch its own tokenization platform and stablecoin
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2025-12-17
Visa launches USDC stablecoin clearing service in the US, initially supporting the Solana blockchain; Mastercard partners with Abu Dhabi’s ADI foundation; FDIC proposes application process for banks to issue stablecoins through subsidiaries; The US Spot XRP ETF has seen cumulative net inflows surpass $1 billion since its launch in November; Invesco's collateralized Solana ETP "QSOL," developed in partnership with Galaxy, is now available on CBOE BZX; Fourteen of the 25 largest banks in the United States are developing Bitcoin products
HashKey Exchange

2025-12-16
Ethereum weekly outflow slackens; MetaMask adds native support for Bitcoin; Ripple Payments was first adopted by a European bank, with AMINA Bank being the first to integrate it; The Bank of Japan is expected to raise interest rates to 0.75%, the highest in 30 years; Sweden's Klarna has announced a partnership with Privy, a subsidiary of Stripe, to jointly develop a user-centric cryptocurrency wallet
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