Binance edges closer to making bid for Hong Kong crypto license

Expansion comes as city loosens crypto-trading rules

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Binance is moving to hire key officials that it will need in order to apply for an operating license in Hong Kong. The Chinese territory is trying to become Asia's digital asset hub. © Reuters

PAK YIU and ECHO WONG, Nikkei staff writers

HONG KONG -- Cryptocurrency platform Binance is hiring officials that it will need in order to apply for a license to offer services in Hong Kong, highlighting the digital asset giant's efforts to put down roots in Asia as it faces increased scrutiny in the U.S.

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