by Michael Titus | Nov 17, 2025 | Blog, Criminal, Crypto
TL;DR If your Hong Kong bank account is frozen or police have contacted you about crypto transactions, act fast. Common allegations include fraud (s.16A Theft Ordinance) and “dealing with proceeds of crime” (s.25 OSCO), often triggered by funds routed from a third...
by Michael Titus | Nov 10, 2025 | Articles, Blog, Crypto
Intro Trading or investing in cryptocurrencies offers exciting opportunities — but also real risks. In Hong Kong we’ve seen a sharp increase in crypto-scam cases: from 2,336 in 2022 to over 3,415 in 2023 alone, with losses totalling billions of HKD.It’s not just “bad...
by Michael Titus | Jun 3, 2025 | Articles, Blog, Crypto
Hong Kong’s Legislative Council recently passed the Stablecoins Bill, establishing a licensing regime for fiat-referenced stablecoins (“FRS”) – virtual assets that are designed to maintain a stable value relative to certain assets, typically currencies. In...
by Michael Titus | May 23, 2025 | Articles, Blog, Crypto
Hong Kong Is Back in the Game. Hong Kong has made a bold return as a top-tier global cryptocurrency hub – with clear regulations, government backing, access to capital, and a deep talent pool, it’s quickly overtaking Singapore and Dubai in the race to be a...
by Michael Titus | Apr 9, 2025 | Blog, COMMERCIAL LAW, Crypto
Crypto scams are a growing menace in Hong Kong, with losses skyrocketing to $3.1 billion in the first 10 months of 2024 alone. If you’ve been hit, don’t despair—legal options exist to fight back. At TITUS, we’ve helped clients navigate this maze, and in this third...
by Michael Titus | Apr 9, 2025 | Blog, COMMERCIAL LAW, Crypto
Cryptocurrency scams are evolving, and account poisoning—also known as address poisoning—is one of the sneakiest threats out there. In Hong Kong, where 2,100 cases of crypto scams were reported in just the first 10 months of 2024, staying ahead of scams like this is...
