Archive: hong kong

Why CBDCs Aren’t a Threat to Crypto

By Yasmin Sharbaf on February 24, 2023

Crypto Market Musings One of the catalysts for our current crypto bear market was the collapse of Terra in early 2021. As a refresher, the algorithmic stablecoin TerraUSD failed to maintain its $1 peg. That caused its companion coin Luna to collapse. The twin collapses rocked the crypto ecosystem. And the SEC is finally charging founder Do Kwon and Terraform Labs with securities fraud. Regulators are continuing to tighten their grip…
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The Real Hong Kong Is Worth a Visit

By Vin Narayanan on December 19, 2019

There are different versions of Hong Kong depending on the day of the week and the media’s portrayal of the city. But the real Hong Kong is a beautiful place to visit.

Hong Kong Citizens Turn to Bitcoin Amid Political Turmoil

By Allison Brickell on October 7, 2019

As protests in Hong Kong continue, bitcoin’s popularity is growing. Here’s why.
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China is growing impatient with the protests in Hong Kong. And that means trouble.