Hong Kong brokerage Futu halts crypto futures over regulatory issues
Non-futures crypto products like Grayscale Bitcoin Trust are reportedly still available on Futu Securities. A major Hong Kong-based online brokerage firm has reportedly suspended cryptocurrency futures trading due to regulatory concerns.Futu Securities, one of the biggest trading brokerages in Asia, has halted support of crypto futures contracts and trading services in response to regulatory requirements, Chinese financial publication Sina Finance reports Thursday.The platform’s customer service reportedly stated that the suspension will affect major contracts including CME Bitcoin....
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