Month: February 2023

Crypto in Asia: HK SFC Takes New Approach to Open Doors for Trading

• Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has taken a new approach to regulating the crypto industry. • This could attract more capital to digital assets in the ecosystem, positioning Asia at the forefront of the next digital asset revolution. • Asian exchanges have benefited most from 2021 bull run, but have lagged behind …

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LocalBitcoins Closes After 10 Years: Time to Withdraw Funds!

• LocalBitcoins, a popular peer-to-peer crypto trading platform, has announced the discontinuation of its service. • The company cited the persistent downside pressure in the crypto market as a cause of their decision. • Users still have access to their funds and wallets, but only to withdraw them; this service will be maintained for one …

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Tesla Loses $204 Million on Bitcoin Investment: Is a Rebound Possible?

• In February 2021, Tesla announced its intention to sell cars using Bitcoin and invested $1.5 billion in the cryptocurrency. • By autumn of that year, the price of Bitcoin had reached historic highs of around $70,000. • However, by early 2023, Bitcoin’s value had dropped significantly and Tesla recorded a gross impairment loss of …

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