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Hong Kong Regulator Warns of 65 Fake Websites Impersonating HashKey
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Hong Kong Regulator Warns of 65 Fake Websites Impersonating HashKey

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission has identified 65 fake websites impersonating crypto exchange HashKey, urging investors to remain cautious. The regulator confirmed the fraudulent sites have no connection to the officially licensed exchange and could mislead users into believing they are interacting with HashKey's genuine platform.

Tristan R.
By Tristan R.

Senior Author · August 15, 2026

2 min
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Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission has identified 65 fake websites impersonating crypto exchange HashKey, urging investors to remain cautious.
The regulator confirmed the fraudulent sites have no connection to the officially licensed exchange and could mislead users into believing they are interacting with HashKey's genuine platform.
Regulator Urges Caution Among Investors Authorities stressed that HashKey holds a valid license to operate in Hong Kong, making it a frequent target for scammers looking to exploit its credibility.

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission has identified 65 fake websites impersonating crypto exchange HashKey, urging investors to remain cautious. The regulator confirmed the fraudulent sites have no connection to the officially licensed exchange and could mislead users into believing they are interacting with HashKey’s genuine platform.

Regulator Urges Caution Among Investors

Authorities stressed that HashKey holds a valid license to operate in Hong Kong, making it a frequent target for scammers looking to exploit its credibility. Investors are being advised to verify website authenticity carefully before making transactions or sharing personal information, as impersonation scams remain a persistent risk in the digital asset space.

Part of Wider Effort Against Crypto Fraud

The warning adds to ongoing regulatory efforts in Hong Kong aimed at protecting investors from fraudulent platforms exploiting the reputations of licensed crypto businesses, as the region continues developing its digital asset regulatory framework.

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Tristan R.
Tristan R.

8+ years covering crypto markets, macro, and geopolitics. Previously at Decrypt and CoinDesk. Focused on the intersection of digital assets and traditional finance.