On Friday, the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong announced its intention to review Bitcoin ETFs. This move positions the autonomous Chinese territory as a major market player. The regulator and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority have updated its policy. Now, it can regulate virtual asset activities, including crypto ETFs. This change marks a […]
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