Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange (HKVAX)

𝐇𝐊𝐕𝐀𝐗 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐨𝐧𝐠'𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐥  We are proud to announce a major achievement: Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange (HKVAX) has secured official licensing from the Hong Kong SFC to operate a virtual asset trading platform. We have been granted Type 1 (dealing in securities) and Type 7 (automated trading services) licenses for our virtual asset trading platform, as well as the AMLO license. This achievement positions HKVAX as the third licensed virtual asset platform in Hong Kong, joining an elite group of regulated operators.  While continuing our core services in OTC trading, exchange, and custody, we are now set to expand into the innovative STO (Security Token Offering) and RWA (Real World Asset) sectors. This strategic move aligns with our vision to enhance Hong Kong's global leadership in virtual finance.  Our commitment to regulatory compliance and innovation underscores our dedication to fostering a robust, secure, and forward-thinking virtual asset ecosystem in Hong Kong and beyond. Read our full press release: https://lnkd.in/dZVgM_pd #HKVAX #SFC #LicensedVATP #AMLO #STO #RWA #OTC

As Asia accelerates toward carbon neutrality, cross-border carbon trading emerges as a critical catalyst. Today, our Co-Founder and CEO Dr. Anthony Ng addressed these opportunities at 𝐓𝐡𝐞 11𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 (𝐈𝐅𝐂𝐄), highlighting the region's pivotal role in global carbon markets. Key Highlights: ・COP29's groundbreaking carbon credit trading framework ・Tokenization as a game-changer for carbon credit markets ・Blue Carbon market projected to reach $4.5B by 2030 ・Maritime industry innovations driving 5-10% emission reductions The forum provided invaluable insights into Asia's evolving carbon markets, from China's mature ETS to emerging ASEAN initiatives. Engaging discussions on harmonizing regional standards and enabling cross-border transactions highlighted the path forward. Special thanks to International Forum for Clean Energy (Macau) for organizing this conference to promote industrial development and international cooperation in clean energy. The collaborative spirit shown reinforces Asia's commitment to developing integrated, efficient carbon markets. We looking forward to turning these discussions into actionable progress. #HKVAX #CleanEnergy #CarbonMarkets #Sustainability #Tokenization #DigitalTransformation

𝐇𝐊𝐕𝐀𝐗 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange (HKVAX) and Alibaba Cloud Global have established a partnership to explore and develop technological services and solutions for virtual assets. The collaboration, announced at Alibaba Cloud Summit Hong Kong 2024, will focus on technological infrastructure, security frameworks, and innovations in Security Token Offerings (STO) and Real World Asset (RWA) services. HKVAX, a leading virtual asset trading platform in Hong Kong, provides professional-grade digital asset services with a focus on security and compliance. Alibaba Cloud, a global leader in cloud computing and artificial intelligence, serves over 200 countries and regions. "This partnership represents our shared vision for innovation in Hong Kong's virtual asset sector," said 刘成 (Simon Liu), Co-Founder and CTO of HKVAX. "Together with Alibaba Cloud, we look forward to strengthening Hong Kong's virtual asset infrastructure. The technological capabilities this collaboration brings will enable us to develop more sophisticated and secure solutions for our clients." "Our collaboration with Alibaba Cloud marks a significant milestone in HKVAX's development," said Dr. Anthony Ng, Co-Founder and CEO of HKVAX. " As Hong Kong continues to establish itself as a premier virtual asset hub, this strategic alliance will enhance our ability to serve the evolving needs of institutional clients in the virtual asset market." "MoU signed with HKVAX is a big progress and Alibaba Cloud will support HKVAX's mission to be a technology and business leader in delivering secure, compliant virtual asset services in Hong Kong, and Alibaba Cloud will put more resources to support WEB3 industry in the future, “said by Annie Wang, General Manager of Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Hong Kong. The collaboration between HKVAX and Alibaba Cloud reflects the growing sophistication of Hong Kong's virtual asset ecosystem and demonstrates both companies' commitment to driving technological advancement in the financial sector. #HKVAX #VirtualAsset #AlibabaCloud #AlibabaCloudSummitHongKong2024 #STO #RWA

Join HKVAX in revolutionizing digital asset custody! HKVAX is building the next generation of institutional-grade digital asset custody solutions, and we're looking for experienced wallet engineers to join our team. 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫 - 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐨𝐧𝐠/ 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐳𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: • Architect and develop secure cryptocurrency wallet infrastructure • Design and implement HD wallet systems with HSM integration • Build secure transaction signing mechanisms across multiple chains (BTC/ETH/XRP) • Develop cold/hot wallet architecture with air-gap security measures 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞: • 5+ years of experience in cryptocurrency wallet development • Deep understanding of BIP32/39/44 standards • Strong cryptography background and secure coding practices • Proficient in multiple blockchain protocols • Experience with offline transaction signing mechanisms 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐬: • Previous experience with HSM integration (Thales Luna, nCipher, etc.) • Experience with custodial wallet solutions • Knowledge of PKCS#11 standard • Implementation experience with MPC/TSS • Contributions to open-source wallet projects 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤: • Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple • Languages: Node.js/Python/Go • Security: HSM, Air-gapped systems • Tools: HD wallets, Protocol Buffers 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐞 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫: • Competitive salary + equity • Leading role in architectural decisions • Opportunity to shape the future of digital asset custody If you're passionate about cryptocurrency security and have experience building robust wallet systems, we'd love to talk! 𝐃𝐌 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥: 𝐡𝐫@𝐡𝐤𝐯𝐚𝐱.𝐜𝐨𝐦.𝐡𝐤 #HKVAX #Blockchain #Cryptocurrency #Fintech #Hiring #WalletTechnology #HSM #Security

We are honored to be featured at the Alibaba Cloud Summit Hong Kong 2024. Thank you Alibaba Cloud Global for inviting our Co-Founder and CTO Simon Liu 刘成 to deliver a keynote speech on "When AI Meets VA." Be part of the conversation as we explore how AI technologies are revolutionizing the virtual asset industry, from advanced trading systems to robust security frameworks and next-generation platform solutions. #HKVAX #VirtualAsset #FinTech #AlibabaCloudSummit #AI

We are honored to share our vision and strategy as featured in Hong Kong Economic Journal (信報). As Hong Kong's newest licensed virtual asset trading platform, Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange (HKVAX) is charting a distinctive path focusing on Security Token Offerings (STO) and Real World Assets (RWA) tokenization. Our Co-Founder and COO, Sam Fok, outlined our commitment to innovation through exploring new opportunities in aviation leasing, green finance, and supply chain financing. Looking ahead, we envision a future where virtual assets seamlessly integrate with traditional finance, creating new opportunities for both investors and businesses. Read the full article (Chinese only): https://lnkd.in/dEkSkhbf #HKVAX #Tokenization #STO #RWA #FinTech #HongKong #Innovation

Thank you Crypto Assets Federation Hong Kong CafHK for inviting our Co-founder and COO, Sam Fok, to join "Web2 Meets Web3: The Future of Integration" panel at the inaugural Summit. Alongside panelists Monin Ung and Derek W., and moderated by Jahangeer Ansari, Sam shared insights on Hong Kong's unique advantages in the digital asset space. While Hong Kong's clear regulatory framework positions us strongly against other jurisdictions, Sam highlighted key areas for growth including streamlining bank account opening processes and expanding product offerings to strengthen our Web3 ecosystem. As a licensed virtual asset platform in Hong Kong, we remain committed to working with regulators and industry partners to build a more robust digital asset ecosystem that bridges traditional and digital finance. #HKVAX #Web3 #DigitalTransformation #FinTech #HongKong #Innovation #Blockchain

A milestone moment at Hong Kong FinTech Week 2024! Special thanks to Cyberport Hong Kong for hosting our strategic partnership announcement, where our Co-Founder and CEO, Dr. Anthony Ng, joined EVIDENT's CEO Florian M Spiegl to showcase how our collaboration as licensed virtual asset trading platforms will expand access to tokenized alternative assets in Hong Kong. Together, we're pioneering new pathways for tokenized alternative assets in Hong Kong's thriving virtual asset ecosystem. Learn more about our partnership: https://lnkd.in/gjSQHBin #HKVAX #FinTechWeek2024 #Tokenization

Privileged to have our CEO and Co-founder, Dr. Anthony Ng, in his role as Vice-chairman of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) 香港總商會, co-host an insightful fireside chat with Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) CEO Bonnie Y Chan last week. As a licensed virtual asset trading platform in Hong Kong, it was inspiring to hear the vision for Hong Kong's development as a leading international financial center. As Hong Kong FinTech Week 2024 begins, we're excited to see the continued evolution of our city's financial ecosystem. The support from key market infrastructure providers like HKEX, coupled with clear regulatory frameworks, reinforces Hong Kong's position as a premier hub for both traditional and virtual asset innovation. #HKVAX #VirtualAssets #FinTech #HongKong #Innovation

Join our Co-Founder and COO Sam Fok at "𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐅𝐢 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭𝐬: 𝐔𝐧𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬" on October 28th, where he'll share insights on the evolving landscape of Real-World Assets (RWA) and Stablecoins. Panel: RWA & Stablecoins: Foundations, Innovations, and Regulatory Alongside industry experts: • Daisy Yu Sang, Regional Head of RWA, Ant Digital Technologies • Jackee W., Global Marketing Director, RedotPay This engaging evening, co-hosted by Alibaba Cloud Global, BSO, LTP , and A-Field Tech Limited, with support from Cyberport Hong Kong and other industry leaders, will explore the intersection of traditional finance and virtual assets, focusing on quantitative trading, RWA, and stablecoins. Register now: https://lu.ma/625agp6u #HKVAX #RWA #VirtualAsset #Stablecoins #HongKong