The Hong Kong virtual asset trading platform license application submitted by Matrixport HK has been withdrawn.

According to updates on the official website of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) on October 13, the application submitted by Matrixport HK for a virtual asset trading platform license in Hong Kong has been withdrawn. Related information indicates that Matrixport HK was removed from the list of virtual asset trading platform applicants on October 12, 2026, having submitted its license application on February 26, 2024. The reason for removal is listed as “Withdrawn.” The operating company for the virtual asset trading platform Matrixport HK is “Flying Hippo Technologies Limited,” with a Chinese name not applicable.

As of now, a total of 13 virtual asset trading platforms hold licenses issued by the Hong Kong SFC, 5 are current applicants, and 16 applicants have had their applications returned, rejected, or withdrawn.