Hong Kong

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Hong Kong Lawmakers Eye Stablecoins Pegged to Offshore Yuan

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/10/2025

    A new LegCo special report has signalled intent by Hong Kong to seek Mainland China’s support for offshore CNY stablecoins.

    Enforcement

    Hong Kong Court Finds AMTD Global Markets Liable for Contempt

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/10/2025

    The firm, now oOo Securities, must produce documents related to an IPO investigation and faces a fine for non-compliance.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Launches Dubai Unit to Develop Sustainable Metals Market

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/10/2025

    The new Dubai subsidiary will independently administer prices for sustainable metals, using a transaction-based methodology to establish 'green' premia.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SFC Launches New Channel to Streamline REITs Authorisations

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/10/2025

    The SFC aims to cut REIT approval time to four weeks and ease documentary requirements for secondary offerings to boost the market.

    AML / KYC

    Hong Kong Reports HKD 5 Billion in Scam Losses So Far in 2025

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/10/2025

    The Security Bureau has revealed that mainland students are a key target, as HKPF partners with tech firms and universities on new prevention measures.

    Enforcement

    Hong Kong MPFA Imposes Record 13-Year Ban on MPF Intermediary

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/10/2025

    The sanction, the most severe of its kind, follows findings by the MPFA that the former AIA-attached agent forged client signatures and misused personal data.

    AML / KYC

    HK Police Bust Syndicate Using AI to Trick Banks' Remote KYC Checks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/10/2025

    The HKPF says the syndicate used AI-altered identity documents to successfully open accounts remotely, prompting calls for banks to integrate with government digital ID systems.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong to "Regularise" Mainland Credit Data Sharing Scheme

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/10/2025

    The move aims to help banks assess the creditworthiness of mainland individuals and firms, while new guidance is being drafted for using alternative data.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Expands Weekly Options, Sets Out Market Maker Requirements

    By Editors | 10/10/2025

    HKEX will require separate permits for market makers and warns participants about clearing rules and potential liquidity risks for the new contracts.

    Hong Kong Details Tax and Residency Incentives in New Family Office Guide

    By Manesh Samtani | 10/10/2025

    New government-backed playbook outlines a 0% tax concession and a capital investment scheme to attract global family offices and solidify hub status.

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