Singapore and Hong Kong lead Asia's drive to cash in on crypto boom


SINGAPORE/HONG KONG (AFP): Singapore and Hong Kong are the front-runners in a push by Asian governments to become cryptocurrency hubs as they look to capitalise on the global resurgence of the sector thanks to the support of US President Donald Trump.

Bitcoin recently hit a record of close to $110,000 while others have also rallied on the back of Trump's pro-crypto promises.

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