Reason for this visit

The United States is one of the largest cryptocurrency markets globally, with major digital assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum gaining wide popularity, appealing to a large number of investors and innovators. The US has a broad base of retail and institutional investors, including individual investors, hedge funds, family offices, and more. In terms of regulation, the SEC has been closely monitoring digital assets, with its regulatory stance on digital assets fluctuating at different times but overall emphasizing the protection of investor interests. The CFTC is primarily responsible for regulating the futures and derivatives markets of digital assets and has approved products such as Bitcoin futures. Financial regulatory agencies in various states in the US are also taking measures, with some encouraging digital asset innovation and others adopting a cautious regulatory attitude. In the future, as institutional investor interest in digital assets grows, it is expected that an increasing number of institutional products and services will enter the market, thereby driving market growth. In an attempt to help investors to gain a more comprehensive understanding of current cryptocurrency exchanges in the US, WikiBit survey team decides to go to the country for on-site visits to local companies.

On-site visit

In this issue, the survey team went to the US to visit cryptocurrency exchange Hoo as planned according to its regulatory address that 6547 N Academy Blvd #2266 Colorado Springs CO 80918 United States.

The investigators came to 6547 N Academy Boulevard in Colorado Springs of Colorado in the US for a visit to the exchanges office on November 30, 2023, and located “The Mail Center” providing mailbox rental service in a remote area.

There was just one office in the center, with #2266 being one of the mailboxes. Despite the inquiry whether Hoo was renting the postbox or not, the staff refused to offer the related information. And it was unable to confirm that Hoo was using the mailbox #2266 as there wasn‘t any company name nor logo on the mailbox. Obviously the exchange doesn’t exist at the address.

Through the on-site investigation, it is confirmed that the company doesnt have a presence at the location.

Conclusion

The survey team went to the US to visit cryptocurrency exchange Hoo, but didnt find the company at its regulatory address. This signifies that the company might just register at the place without a physical business office. Therefore, investors should be meticulous in choosing the exchange.

Disclaimer

The content is for informational purpose only, and shall not be taken as a final order for making a choice.