The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to approve more cryptocurrency exchanges in Hong Kong by the end of 2024.
Following the approval of HKVAX, there are now 11 exchanges awaiting green lights, solidifying Hong Kong's plan to create a regulated crypto ecosystem.
The SFC aims to issue permits in batches before the end of the year and strengthen Hong Kong's position as a major player in the Web3 and crypto industries.
Hong Kong has experienced significant growth in the crypto industry, ranking 30th on the Global Crypto Adoption Index and introducing spot bitcoin ETFs earlier this year.