We have specially compiled noteworthy events in the crypto field in Hong Kong for January, which will open a window to the future of Web3 for you.

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International Accounting Standards Board: This Year Will Update the Basic Accounting Framework, Focusing on Cash Flow Disclosure of Crypto Transactions and Accounting for Intangible Assets

The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) stated that updating the basic accounting framework will be a key focus in 2026 to address the accounting challenges brought by the accelerated adoption of digital currencies and the increasing share of software and other intangible assets in corporate value. The IASB plans to advance research on cash flow statements, discussing situations not adequately covered by current rules, including the accounting treatment and disclosure methods for cryptocurrency-related transactions that are not traditional cash transactions; it will also study the recognition and measurement of intangible assets, focusing on digital assets such as software and data.

Bank of America Will Allow Its Wealth Advisors to Recommend Cryptocurrency Allocations to Clients Starting Today

Bank of America will allow its wealth advisors to recommend cryptocurrency allocations to eligible clients starting January 5.

China and Laos Pilot Cross-Border Digital Payment Cooperation, Online Bank Completes First Digital RMB QR Code Payment

Recently, under the guidance of the People's Bank of China, the online bank completed its first digital RMB QR code payment at a merchant in Laos by connecting to the cross-border digital payment platform of the Digital RMB International Operation Center. This is the latest progress in the bilateral cross-border digital payment cooperation project between the central banks of China and Laos, marking the first realization of "internal use for external purposes" of the digital RMB, providing a new payment method for Chinese residents to spend abroad, and reflecting the deepening cooperation between the central banks of China and Laos in digital currencies.

Beijing High Court Releases Cases Involving Cross-Border Telecom Network Fraud Related to Virtual Currency, Involving Approximately 5 Million Yuan

The Beijing High People's Court released five typical cases of punishing telecom network fraud according to the law, including a cross-border telecom network fraud case that utilized virtual currency for investment. The defendant used foreign chat software in Chaoyang District, Beijing, to invite others to purchase virtual currency and invest in designated platforms, committing fraud and transferring the proceeds through virtual currency. The police reported that the total amount defrauded by this gang was over $900,000 (equivalent to over 5 million yuan). The court accurately determined the amount of fraud based on objective evidence such as the company's payroll performance table and sentenced Liu to twelve years in prison for fraud, along with a fine.

Japanese Finance Minister: 2026 Will Be the "Digital Year," Looking Forward to Promoting Crypto Assets Through Stock Exchanges

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki, at the New Year opening ceremony of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, designated 2026 as the "Digital Year." He also stated, "To allow the public to share the dividends of digital assets and blockchain assets, the role of commodities and stock exchanges is crucial," expressing high hopes for promoting crypto assets (virtual currencies) and digital assets through exchange infrastructure.

Indonesia to Obtain Electronic Wallet and Cryptocurrency Data for Tax Regulation

Indonesia's tax authority will begin obtaining data from electronic wallet and cryptocurrency service providers based on the newly issued Ministry of Finance Regulation No. 108 of 2025. This regulation incorporates payment service providers and electronic money operators into the country's financial information reporting system, requiring banks and non-bank electronic wallet providers to comply with the same data sharing requirements as other financial institutions when managing specific types of digital currencies or central bank digital currencies.

PwC US Leader: The Company Started to Increase Its Investment in the Cryptocurrency Field Last Year

As the Trump administration embraced digital assets, one of the Big Four accounting firms, PwC, decided to increase its investment in the cryptocurrency field after maintaining a cautious attitude for many years. Paul Griggs, PwC's US leader, stated in an interview that this strategic shift occurred last year, against the backdrop of the US appointing crypto-friendly regulators and Congress passing several new legislations regulating digital assets (such as stablecoins).

Project/Company Updates

CoinShares: Global Digital Asset Inflows in 2025 Estimated at Approximately $47.2 Billion

CoinShares released its 2025 digital asset fund flow report. The global inflow of digital assets in 2025 is estimated to be approximately $47.2 billion, slightly lower than the record of $48.7 billion set in 2024. Bitcoin's inflow last year was only $26.9 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 35%. Ethereum's inflow reached $12.7 billion, a year-on-year increase of 138%. XRP and Solana grew by 500% ($3.7 billion) and 1000% ($3.6 billion), respectively. The sentiment in the rest of the altcoin market declined, with inflows decreasing by 30% ($318 million) year-on-year.

DWF Labs Partner: Plans to Expand Gold Trading Business Scale in 2026

DWF Labs partner Andrei Grachev tweeted that DWF Labs plans to expand its gold trading business scale in 2026, increase gold reserves, and launch "retail" delivery services based on 1 kilogram. Additionally, DWF Labs has other RWA-related plans in preparation.

WLFI: Governance Vote to Accelerate USD1 Adoption Using Part of Treasury Funds Has Been Passed

The Trump family cryptocurrency project WLFI announced that the governance proposal to accelerate USD1 adoption using part of unlocked treasury funds was passed with 77.75% approval.

Blue Origin, Owned by Bezos, Accepts Ethereum Payments for Space Travel

Jeff Bezos' space company Blue Origin is now accepting Ethereum payments for space travel expenses.

In-Depth & Forward-Looking

Investment Argument for On-Chain Spot Stocks

As capital continues to flow on-chain, spot stocks provide a more convenient way to buy, hold, and use stocks. On-chain spot stocks are a natural extension of the same forces driving the adoption of stablecoins, which are now also being applied to the stock market.

2026 Cryptocurrency Market Outlook: Core Perspectives from Major Institutions

Major institutions have reached a consensus on their outlook for 2026: the narrative-driven phase is fading, and an execution-focused phase is forming. This report analyzes the 2026 outlook from six major institutions to identify the core driving forces behind structural changes in the crypto industry and extract key themes that investors and builders should prioritize.

Opinions

BTC Returns to $93,000, Meme Coins Surge, Is the Fed Injecting $16 Billion to Save the Market?

Glassnode recently tweeted that the slowdown in fund inflows coincides with long-term holders increasing their loss realization efforts. As BTC prices fluctuate within a narrow range, this situation is gradually becoming apparent. This reflects investors' increasing fatigue over time, a common characteristic of a prolonged bear market.

Are Stablecoins Considered Cash? After the Genius Act, Stablecoin Accounting Standards May Be Adjusted

For investors, the real significance of this discussion is not just whether stablecoins can be considered cash, but rather the issues of risk disclosure, transparency, and comparability: as stablecoins resemble cash more closely and also resemble financial products, financial statements must provide clearer boundaries.

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