February 8, 2025 - In a pioneering move, Hong Kong has begun to accept Bitcoin and Ethereum as valid proof of assets for those applying for residency through the investment immigration route. This decision could reshape the landscape for cryptocurrency investors looking to establish their lives in this Asian financial hub.

The Hong Kong Investment Promotion Agency has confirmed the approval of at least two applications where applicants used HK$30 million worth of digital currencies, one with Ethereum and another with Bitcoin, to meet the asset threshold required for investment immigration. This is believed to be…