Hong Kong

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong Announces New Fintech Development Initiatives

By Editors | 02/11/2023

The initiatives include a new platform to facilitate retail fund distribution and enhancements to the regulatory framework for virtual assets.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA to Launch Bank Account Data Sharing Pilot by Year-End

By Editors | 01/11/2023

The first phase of the IADS initiative will be for corporate customers. The HKMA hopes to progressively extend it to retail bank accounts from June 2024 onwards.

ESG / Sustainability

HK SFC, ICMA Collaborate on Voluntary ESG Code of Conduct

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/11/2023

The code of conduct will improve the reliability of ESG information used by licensed corporations in their investment decisions.

Fintech / Regtech

SFC Consults on New Regulatory Requirements for Securities Registrars

By Manesh Samtani | 31/10/2023

General principles on outsourcing, systems integrity and security, and disclosure obligations are being added to the code of conduct.

ESG / Sustainability

HKEX Signs MoU with Shenzhen’s CEEX to Develop GBA Carbon Markets

By Editors | 31/10/2023

HKEX and CEEX Shenzhen will jointly explore opportunities in cross-border carbon market connectivity and climate finance.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong FSTB Launches GBA Fintech Internship Scheme

By Editors | 31/10/2023

The scheme aims to nurture fintech talent by allowing post-secondary students to gain practical experience at fintech firms across the Greater Bay Area.

Market Infrastructure

Hong Kong Gazettes IBOR-related Amendments to Clearing Rules

By Editors | 31/10/2023

Subject to negative vetting by LegCo, the rule changes will commence on 1 July 2024.

Crypto / Digital Assets

HKMA Unveils Findings from 1st Phase of e-HKD Pilot

By Manesh Samtani | 30/10/2023

Another pilot will take place next year, potentially exploring corporate payments, cross-border payments, and blockchain interoperability.

HK Authorities Sign Anti-Corruption MoU for Insurance Industry

By Editors | 30/10/2023

The IA and ICAC will strengthen collaboration on case referrals, investigations, information exchange, public education and professional training.