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<p>While China remains cautious regarding cryptocurrencies, Hong Kong chooses an entirely different path. In this territory, local actors are speeding up efforts to integrate these digital assets without fear of state repression. It is in this context that ZA Bank, the largest virtual bank in Hong Kong, is innovating by launching a crypto trading service aimed at individual users, a first in Asia.</p>
<h2 id="h-za-bank-ouvre-la-voie-a-l-innovation-crypto-en-asie">ZA Bank paves the way for crypto innovation in Asia</h2>
<p>ZA Bank, a pioneer in the digital banking field, recently broke a glass ceiling by <strong>allowing individuals in Hong Kong to <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/comment-acheter-du-bitcoin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">buy bitcoin</a> and ether</strong> directly through its app. With <strong>over 800,000 registered users</strong>, this unicorn institution, active since 2019, is taking a major step by integrating crypto-assets into its offerings.</p>
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<p>Thanks to <a href="https://bank.za.group/en/content/2e77475c-f0c0-4d6f-bddc-9aa1121afb95" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">a strategic partnership with HashKey Exchange</a>, a key player in the blockchain in Asia, ZA Bank ensures <strong>a seamless and secure experience</strong>. Calvin Ng, executive of ZA Bank, explains:</p>
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 <p>” <em>The rise of cryptocurrencies offers diverse opportunities for investors, and our priority remains compliance and security. </em>“</p>
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<p>Key points:</p>
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 <li><strong>ZA Bank is the first bank in Asia to offer this service;</strong></li>
 <li><strong>Users can trade in HKD or USD;</strong></li>
 <li><strong>A controlled risk: access to the service requires a mandatory prior assessment.</strong></li>
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<h2 id="h-bitcoin-et-ethereum-des-opportunites-simplifiees-pour-le-grand-public">Bitcoin and Ethereum: Simplified opportunities for the general public</h2>
<p>Since August 2023, Hong Kong has allowed crypto trading for individuals, but <strong>only three platforms have obtained the regulatory green light</strong>. ZA Bank and HashKey are now positioned at the forefront to meet this growing demand.</p>
<p>Users can <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/comment-acheter-de-l-ethereum-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">buy Ethereum (ETH)</a> and Bitcoin (BTC), two pillars of the crypto market, <strong>without having to juggle between different platforms</strong>.</p> 
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<p>A process that significantly simplifies investments. Livio Weng, CEO of HashKey, emphasized:</p>
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 <p>” <em>This partnership opens a new era where traditional banking and crypto innovation unite to enrich the user experience.</em> “</p>
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<p>With the ambition of democratizing crypto-assets, Hong Kong is equipping itself with the <strong>means to compete with strongholds like New York or London</strong>. In the meantime, local individuals are already enjoying this advancement.</p>
<h2 id="h-comment-le-trading-crypto-redessine-le-web3-a-hong-kong">How crypto trading is reshaping Web3 in Hong Kong</h2>
<p>ZA Bank’s bet goes beyond simplifying access to digital assets. By embracing the principles of Web3, the bank contributes to a broader movement: <strong>remodeling wealth management</strong> in an era where finance and technology converge.</p>
<p>In Hong Kong, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to issue <strong>more licenses for crypto trading platforms by the end of 2024</strong>. A strategy that could make the city a must-see hub in crypto-friendly Asia.</p>
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<p>This positioning clearly stands out from that of mainland China, which remains reluctant to validate such initiatives. Here, innovation is seen as a strategic lever to attract global talents and capital.</p>
<p>The contrast between Hong Kong and China is striking. While Beijing still hesitates to reveal its crypto cards, Hong Kong is taking the lead by drawing inspiration from American strategies, even considering the <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/hong-kong-eyes-strategic-bitcoin-reserve/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">establishment of a strategic bitcoin reserve</a>. A bold choice that reflects a clear vision for integrating these digital assets at the heart of its economic development.</p>

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