Hong Kong

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Details Exemption Process for Northbound HFT Reporting

    By Editors | 03/11/2025

    A new mandatory checklist and updated technical specifications have been released for firms seeking exemption from HFT reporting under Stock Connect.

    Trending

    China Expands Southbound ETF Connect to Include US-Linked Funds

    By Manesh Samtani | 03/11/2025

    The expansion follows a relaxation of eligibility rules and marks the first time mainland investors can access US equities via the scheme.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Clearing Houses to Overhaul Cash Collateral Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/11/2025

    The changes, effective January 2026, will restrict the use of Japanese yen and Singapore dollar and introduce stricter requirements for Chinese yuan.

    Fintech / Regtech

    HKMA Trade Pilot Flags Hurdles for Commercial Use of Digital Money

    By Manesh Samtani | 31/10/2025

    A cross-border supply chain finance pilot found tokenised deposits were preferred, but scaling requires major bank and regulatory action.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong Promotes Deeper Financial Ties With Saudi Aradia

    By Manesh Samtani | 31/10/2025

    Financial Secretary Paul Chan highlighted the 'Rail-plus-Property' model. HKIC to attract capital and position the city as a key gateway.

    AML / KYC

    Dark Web Price of Stolen Hong Kong Payment Cards Jumps 72%

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/10/2025

    The average price for a stolen Hong Kong card is now USD 11.87 amid a global price surge, a new report from cybersecurity firm NordVPN finds.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong Expands Retail Use of Digital Yuan in Cross-Border Push

    By Editors | 30/10/2025

    The move brings the e-CNY to hundreds of convenience stores and vending machines, with BOCHK handling currency conversion.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Permits Insurers to Issue 'Sidecar' Securities in Hong Kong

    By Editors | 30/10/2025

    The new framework allows insurers to cede catastrophe risks to capital market investors, supplementing traditional reinsurance.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SFC Suspends Ex-Broker for Misconduct Linked to Ramp-and-Dump Probe

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/10/2025

    The SFC has penalised a former Shanxi Securities representative for using a client’s password to place 945 trades.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKMA Updates Guidance on Staff Registration and Vetting

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/10/2025

    The HKMA has consolidated existing rules, emphasising due diligence, reference checks, and the personal liability of senior managers.

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