Cointime

Download App
iOS & Android

Crypto Evening Briefing: HashKey Obtains SFC Approval to Conduct Off-Platform Virtual Asset Trading (OTC)

Cointime Official

Top Stories

HashKey Obtains Approval From the SFC of Hong Kong To Conduct Off-Platform Virtual Asset Trading (OTC)

HashKey Group (“HashKey”), a leading digital asset financial services provider in Asia, is proud to announce that it has obtained approval from the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (“SFC”) to carry on an off-platform virtual asset trading business out of (“OTC”) for Hash Blockchain Limited (“HBL”).

Tencent to Offer Metaverse-Building Services for Asian Markets

Tencent, one of the biggest Chinese tech companies, has revealed its hand regarding the future of its metaverse strategy. The company announced that it will focus on offering “metaverse-in-a-box” services to its customers through its cloud division. 

Australian Markets Regulator is Reviewing Binance Australia's Derivatives Services

Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), is conducting a targeted review of Binance Australia's derivatives business, the regulator said on Friday.

VC Blockchain and Crypto Funding Drops Off in Q4 2022: Report

2022 will go down as a tough year for the cryptocurrency space and bleak market conditions were mirrored by a downtrend of venture capital funding flowing into blockchain and crypto activities. A report from Blockdata highlights consecutive drops in funding through all four quarters of 2022, following booming venture capital funding into the wider Web3 space through 2021.

Dapper Labs Axes Another 20% of its Staff as Crypto Layoffs Continue

On Feb. 23, Dapper Labs CEO Roham Gharegozlou sent a letter to the team announcing a “corporate restructure” and the layoffs. It is the second round of company layoffs following its downsizing of employees by 22% in November. 

Market Watch

As of press time, according to Cointime data:

BTC 's live price is $23,879.67 USD, dropped by 1.12% in the last 24 hours;

ETH’s live price is $1,643.42 USD, dropped by 1.13% in the last 24 hours;

BNB’s live price is $309.71 USD, dropped by 0.30% in the last 24 hours;

XRP's live price is $0.3880 USD, dropped by 1.13% in the last 24 hours.

Fundraising News

Web3 SocialFi Platform Bit.Store Raised Equity Funding from Alchemy Pay

Bit.Store, a global social cryptocurrency investment platform has successfully secured equity funding from Alchemy Pay, the world-leading fiat-crypto payment solutions provider. As part of the deal, Alchemy Pay acquired a 15% stake in Bit.Store.

Tsunami Finance Has Successfully Raised $1.3 Million in Pre-Seed Funding, Led by BigBrainVC and Mirana

Tsunami Finance, a margin trading and spot exchange building on Aptos Network, has successfully raised $1.3 million in pre-seed funding, led by BigBrainVC and Mirana. The funding will be used to accelerate the growth of the company.

Animoca Brands Japan Invests in Passion Labs

Animoca Brands Japan, a strategic subsidiary of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited ("Animoca Brands"), has invested in Passion Labs, a platform providing customer experience and community engagement tools to empower users with data ownership and help brands build communities.

Get the latest news here: Cointime channel — https://t.me/cointime_en

Comments

All Comments

Recommended for you

  • Iran Warns U.S. Against Continuing Piracy Actions

    On April 25, according to CCTV International News, Iran's Khatam al-Anbia Central Command issued a statement today warning that if U.S. forces continue to implement 'blockades, maritime interceptions, and piracy actions' in the region, they will face a strong counterattack from the Iranian armed forces. The statement emphasized that the U.S. should recognize that Iran's military capabilities and preparedness in safeguarding national sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national interests are stronger than ever, as demonstrated in previous conflicts. The statement also noted that Iran will continue to monitor enemy actions and movements and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz. Should the enemy take further actions, Iran will respond with even harsher strikes.

  • Sources: Iran's Stance is Tougher than in First Round of Negotiations

    On April 25, official sources from Pakistan stated that Iran has adopted a tougher position compared to the first round of negotiations, emphasizing that any plan to end the war must be implemented according to Iran's conditions, rather than those proposed by U.S. President Trump. (Xinhua News Agency)

  • Iran Open to Negotiations with the U.S. but Will Not Abandon Uranium Enrichment

    On April 25, the Wall Street Journal reported that a senior Iranian diplomat stated Iran is open to negotiations with the United States but will not abandon its uranium enrichment activities. Iran's ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, posted on social media on Saturday, saying, 'Negotiations can yield appropriate results only when our opponents recognize our country's right to peacefully utilize nuclear energy.' The report indicates that the U.S. is currently seeking to have Iran suspend its uranium enrichment program for up to 20 years.

  • Israel Actively Prepares to Resume War Against Iran

    On April 25, according to CCTV International News, in the context of stalled substantive progress in US-Iran negotiations, Israel has been intensifying preparations to restart the war. Israeli media analysis suggests that Israel has not fully achieved its set war objectives. Since the temporary ceasefire, Israel's substantial military readiness expansion has never ceased, including replenishing weapons and ammunition, updating its list of targets for strikes against Iran, and formulating joint military plans with the US military. Once the US decides to resume military actions, Israel will ensure it can respond immediately.

  • NVIDIA's Market Value Surpasses $5 Trillion Again

    On April 24, NVIDIA's stock price rose by 3.08%, reaching $205.790 per share, with a total market value of $5.00 trillion. The stock price hit a new high since late October 2025.

  • Ethereum Foundation to Sell 10,000 ETH to BitMine

    On April 24, the Ethereum Foundation announced the finalization of a sale of 10,000 ETH to BitMine, the first treasury company of Ethereum, through an over-the-counter (OTC) trading platform, at an average price of $2,387 per ETH.

  • Sources: U.S. Justice Department Expected to Drop Criminal Investigation into Powell

    On April 24, multiple informed sources revealed that the U.S. Justice Department is expected to conclude its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell as early as Friday, thereby ending a stalemate that could have delayed the appointment of Powell's successor. Sources indicated that senior officials from the Justice Department recently contacted several senators, including Republican Senator Thom Tillis, a member of the Senate Banking Committee, to inform them of the plan to abandon the investigation into alleged cost overruns related to the renovation of the Federal Reserve's Washington headquarters, and to refer the matter to the Federal Reserve's internal oversight body. Powell's term is set to end next month, but he stated in March that he would remain until Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, Waller, is confirmed. (ABC News)

  • U.S. Stock Indices Open Higher; Intel Surges Approximately 23% to Record High

    On April 24, U.S. stock indices opened higher across the board, with the Dow Jones up 0.02%, the S&P 500 rising 0.4%, and the Nasdaq increasing by 0.73%. Intel surged approximately 23%, reaching a record high; the company expects second-quarter revenue between $13.8 billion and $14.8 billion, while the market estimate is $13.04 billion. AMD rose over 10%, and Arm increased more than 8%. Nvidia's stock price rose by 0.11%, while Google's Class A shares fell by 0.49%. Apple's stock price decreased by 0.61%, Microsoft’s stock rose by 0.47%, Amazon's stock increased by 1.42%, Meta Platforms Inc Class A shares fell by 0.34%, Tesla's stock remained unchanged, and Netflix's stock dropped by 0.92%.

  • BTC Surpasses $78,000

    Market data shows that BTC has surpassed $78,000, currently priced at $78,013.14, with a 24-hour increase of 0.7%. The market is experiencing significant volatility, so please ensure proper risk management.

  • Web3 data and AI company Validation Cloud completes $10 million in new round of financing

     Web3 data and AI company Validation Cloud announced a $10 million financing round from True Global Ventures. The company plans to use the funds to expand its AI products and achieve seamless access to Web3 data.