The startup operates a Securities and Futures Commission-licensed digital asset exchange in Hong Kong, providing a full-service brokerage platform and institutional-grade custody solutions for professional and accredited investors. By facilitating secure and efficient digital asset transactions, the company addresses the need for reliable investment opportunities in the blockchain ecosystem.
Funding
$100M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Professional and accredited investors in Hong Kong face a limited selection of regulated platforms for secure and efficient trading of digital assets. The absence of comprehensive brokerage services and institutional-grade custody solutions can hinder broader adoption and participation in the blockchain ecosystem.
Solution
HashKey Exchange operates a Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)-licensed digital asset exchange, providing a regulated environment for professional and accredited investors to engage with virtual assets. The platform offers a full-service brokerage, enabling users to convert between fiat currencies (USD/HKD) and cryptocurrencies like BTC and ETH. HashKey Exchange also delivers institutional-grade custody solutions, ensuring client funds are held in segregated accounts protected by insurance and adhering to ISO 27001 (Information Security) & ISO 27701 (Data Privacy) standards. The exchange supports spot trading and provides an API for algorithmic trading strategies.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes professional and accredited investors, as well as institutions seeking a regulated and secure platform for digital asset trading in Hong Kong.
Features
- SFC-licensed (Type 1 & 7) digital asset exchange operating under Hong Kong regulations
- Fiat (USD/HKD) to crypto (BTC, ETH) conversion capabilities
- Segregated client accounts with institutional-grade custody and insurance coverage
- ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications for information security and data privacy
- Spot trading functionality for various cryptocurrency pairs
- API access for automated trading and integration with external systems
- Supports bank transfers from major countries globally
- Mobile app available on iOS and Android