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Hong Kong virtual banks eye Web3 growth despite regulatory hurdles

Despite capturing just 0.3% of retail bank assets, Hong Kong's virtual banks are exploring opportunities in the Web3 space.

Hong Kong’s virtual banks are reportedly at a critical juncture. They currently capture only a small fraction of the financial market and hold 0.3% of the assets of all retail banks.

According to the South China Morning Post (SCMP), HK legislator Johnny Ng Kit-chong, a supporter of cryptocurrencies, believes that virtual banks can do more to serve Web3 companies.

Related: Hong Kong virtual bank Mox Bank launches crypto ETF trading

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