Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, has announced proposed improvements to the Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) system aimed at protecting employee rights and increasing investment flexibility for trustees and service providers. According to RTHK, the MPF Authority plans to consult stakeholders this year, with the government set to submit amendment bills. The first phase of the MPF 'Full Portability' scheme, implemented this year, covers employees who joined after May last year. The government intends to expand this scheme to include employees who joined earlier, with legislative amendments expected in the first half of next year. Chan also mentioned that next month, the government will release consultation results and specific measures to strengthen regulations on money lenders, addressing excessive borrowing and enhancing citizen protection. The budget proposal aims to enhance Hong Kong's role as a major corporate treasury center, boosting the appeal of the 'bring in, go out' platform. Mid-year, authorities will announce a series of optimization measures, including additional tax incentives and flexibility for corporate treasury centers and affiliated companies, as well as the introduction of a pre-approval mechanism. Since the implementation of the company re-domiciliation system last year, 22 cases have been approved, with around 20 applications currently being processed. Chan emphasized the need for increased external promotion to attract more businesses to Hong Kong. He also suggested relaxing stamp duty exemption criteria for intra-group asset transfers, expanding the scope of eligible associated corporate entities to facilitate internal corporate restructuring. Legislative amendments will be submitted within the year, applicable to documents signed from today. Additionally, Chan stated that the government will explore providing tax incentives for qualified institutions conducting gold trading and settlement in Hong Kong. Efforts will be made to assist the industry in establishing associations to pool resources, enhance promotion, expand connections with domestic and international industry players, and develop training frameworks.

Malaysia's Zetrix has successfully raised approximately $40 million from the investment arm of the World Bank. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the company's strategic move to list its artificial intelligence unit on Nasdaq. This development marks a significant step for Zetrix as it seeks to expand its presence in the global market. The funding and upcoming listing are expected to bolster the company's growth and innovation in the AI sector.

Microsoft is actively searching for a new headquarters location in London, highlighting the shortage of premium office spaces in the UK capital. According to Jin10, the tech giant is focusing its search along the Elizabeth Line, from Paddington in the west to Canary Wharf in the east. Microsoft is looking for an office space between 200,000 and 250,000 square feet and has been in discussions with several developers and real estate companies in recent months. CBRE is providing consultancy services to Microsoft. The company stated its commitment to growth in the UK, with facilities across the country, and regularly evaluates its real estate portfolio to meet employee and long-term business needs.

Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, announced plans to optimize the tax system to attract family offices and funds to the region. According to ChainCatcher, Chan stated in his budget speech that digital assets and precious metals will be eligible for tax reductions, with these changes set to take effect in the 2025/2026 tax year. In addition, over the next two years, Hong Kong will implement the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's (OECD) crypto asset reporting framework and the newly revised common reporting standards. These measures aim to enhance international tax transparency and combat cross-border tax evasion, with a draft amendment to the Tax Ordinance expected to be submitted in the first half of the year. Chan also mentioned that the Hong Kong government will continue to issue tokenized bonds regularly. A digital asset platform will be established within the year to support the issuance and settlement of digital bonds, with plans to gradually expand to other digital assets and connect with other tokenized platforms in the region.

South African markets are currently experiencing a surge of optimism, a sentiment that has been absent for years. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that the sustainability of this positive outlook is contingent upon the country's economic growth. Analysts suggest that the recent market enthusiasm is driven by expectations of improved economic performance, which could bolster investor confidence and stimulate further investment. However, the long-term viability of this optimism remains uncertain, as it hinges on tangible economic advancements. Market experts emphasize the importance of monitoring economic indicators closely to assess whether this optimistic trend will persist.

South Korea's Tax Tribunal has determined that foreign cryptocurrency issuers with substantial management activities within the country are subject to domestic corporate taxes. According to NS3.AI, the ruling came after a Singapore-based company, referred to as Corporation A, contested the National Tax Service's tax assessment related to unreported token sales. The tribunal concluded that significant business decisions were made in South Korea, thereby confirming the company's obligation to pay domestic taxes.

Switzerland is preparing to vote on a proposal to enshrine the availability of cash in its constitution next month. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the public's desire to ensure physical money remains accessible despite the growing trend towards digital payments. This move reflects concerns about the potential disappearance of cash as electronic transactions become more prevalent. The initiative aims to guarantee that cash remains a viable option for transactions, preserving financial privacy and autonomy for citizens. The upcoming vote underscores the importance of maintaining traditional payment methods alongside digital advancements.

SoSoValueのデータによると、昨日（米国東部時間2月24日）のビットコイン現物ETFの総純流入額は2億5800万ドルだった。昨日1日あたりの純流入額が最も多かったビットコイン現物ETFはフィデリティ（Fidelity）のETF「FBTC」で、1日あたりの純流入額は8281万3800ドル、現在のFBTCの累計純流入額は110億1700万ドルに達している。次いでブラックロック（Blackrock）のETF「IBIT」が7893.50万ドルの純流入を記録し、IBITの累計純流入額は612.65億ドルに達した。本稿執筆時点で、ビットコイン現物ETFの総純資産額は813億200万ドル、ETF純資産比率（時価総額がビットコイン総時価総額に占める割合）は6.31%に達し、累積純流入額は540億6700万ドルに達している。

SoSoValueのデータによると、昨日（米国東部時間2月24日）のイーサリアム現物ETFの総純流入額は922万7100米ドルだった。昨日1日あたりの純流入額が最も多かったイーサリアム現物ETFはグレイスケール（Grayscale）のイーサリアム・ミニ・トラストETF（ETH）で、1日あたり純流入額は1107.95万ドル。現在ETHの累計純流入額は17.13億ドルに達している。昨日1日で純流出額が最も多かったイーサリアム現物ETFはフィデリティ（Fidelity）ETFのFETHで、1日の純流出額は185.24万ドル。現在FETHの累計純流入額は24.62億ドルに達している。本稿執筆時点で、イーサリアム現物ETFの総純資産額は104億7400万ドル、ETF純資産比率（時価総額がイーサリアム総時価総額に占める割合）は4.67%に達し、累積純流入額は114億8400万ドルに達している。

NATO has commenced its Arctic Dolphin exercise in the Norwegian Sea, focusing on enhancing maritime capabilities and cooperation among member nations. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the strategic importance of the exercise in the region. The operation aims to improve readiness and interoperability among NATO forces, addressing challenges in the Arctic environment. The exercise involves various naval assets and personnel from multiple NATO countries, emphasizing the alliance's commitment to security and stability in the Arctic. The Norwegian Sea serves as a critical area for testing and developing maritime strategies, given its unique environmental conditions. NATO's Arctic Dolphin is part of a series of exercises designed to bolster defense capabilities and ensure effective collaboration among member states. The operation underscores the alliance's dedication to maintaining peace and security in the region, amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics.

人工知能、AIエージェント、アメリカ人を震撼させた神文を解説ゴールデンファイナンス、人類の知能プレミアムはゼロに近づいている。

Web3.0を理解する間もなく、Web4.0が到来？今度は「インターネットに接続する」という行為そのものが再定義されるかもしれない。

歴史の経験が示すように、低価格で資産を購入することは往々にして良い選択である。では、最適なタイミングはいつなのか？

トップ代理店は観光客向けの決済チャネルを必要とせず、必要なのは加盟店との関係、運営資金、および与信枠である。

ロシアはテレグラムの最高経営責任者（CEO）パベル・ドゥーロフ氏に対し、過激派やテロ活動への加担を理由に刑事捜査を開始した。これはロシア国内におけるテレグラムの制限および最終的な禁止を目指す継続的な取り組みの一環である。

DSRVとSBIリップルアジアは、XRP台帳を活用して韓国と日本間の国際送金をより迅速・低コスト・透明性高く行う共同研究を開始した。本プロジェクトでは、ブロックチェーンが両国の現行銀行システムや規制を置き換えるのではなく、それらと連携して機能する方法を検証する。

投資家の暗号資産分野に対する認識と現実の間には、大きな隔たりがある。

AIエージェントと暗号スマートコントラクトがカプセル化した超知能金融資産とAI-Fiは、次世代の金融環境に適応する。

ウォール街の「AI怪談」は、産業革命以来の技術不安の再演に過ぎない。

もし私たちのAIに対する楽観論が引き続き正しいと証明されるなら……しかし、もしこれが実際には弱気サインだったとしたら？