Hong Kong authorities are enforcing rules that require individuals to unlock phones and laptops during national security investigations. Under the law, refusing to comply can result in criminal charges, and officials may seize devices at airports or border checkpoints.

For crypto users, this creates a serious risk. Sensitive data like private keys or seed phrases stored on devices could be exposed, potentially giving authorities — or anyone with access — control over funds. The situation is prompting renewed warnings about traveling with unsecured digital assets.