Hong Kong Attitudes Toward Crypto Worsen After JPEX Scandal: Survey
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Public attitude toward crypto in Hong Kong has worsened after the JPEX exchange scandal, according to a HKUST survey.
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41% of respondents now prefer not to hold virtual assets, up 12% from an earlier survey.
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Only 20% want to hold virtual assets now, down 5% from the previous survey.
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HKUST conducted the survey shortly after allegations against JPEX emerged to gauge public views.
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Professor says more education is needed on crypto risks and potential as virtual assets grow.
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