Hong Kong Bitcoin Reserves and Cryptocurrency Policies
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Hong Kong Bitcoin Reserves and Cryptocurrency Policies

Hong Kong advances as a crypto hub with stablecoin licensing and zero capital-gains tax, while a legislator proposes Bitcoin for fiscal reserves in 2025.

๐Ÿช™ Bitcoin Reserves

0 BTC currently
Proposed: Bitcoin in fiscal reserves

โš–๏ธ Regulatory Stance

Friendly
Zero capital-gains tax; MiCA-aligned

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Government Activity

Stablecoin bill passed
Bitcoin accepted for residency proof

Hong Kong Cryptocurrency Profile

Country BTC Reserves % of Global Holdings Legal Status Last Updated Key Policies
Hong Kong 0 BTC Proposed: Fiscal Reserves 0% Friendly 2025-05-21
  • Stablecoin bill passed, introducing licensing for fiat-backed issuers (May 2025)
  • Legislator proposes adding Bitcoin to fiscal reserves for financial security (Dec 2024)
  • Zero capital-gains tax on crypto trades to attract liquidity (ongoing)
  • Bitcoin accepted as proof of wealth for residency (Feb 2025)
  • Securities and Futures Commission regulates virtual asset trading, OTC, and custody (Feb 2025)
  • MiCA-aligned framework; stablecoin regime effective by end of 2025
  • Crypto not legal tender; Bitcoin ~30% of crypto trade volume
  • ~1.5M residents (~20% of population) use crypto; $20B in transactions (2023โ€“2024)