Hong Kong

Market Infrastructure

HKEX Consults on T+1 Settlement Cycle for Cash Equities Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/07/2025

HKEX has initiated a market-wide consultation on shortening its settlement cycle, highlighting significant operational challenges for global firms.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA to Expand Use of Granular Risk Data from Banks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/07/2025

Carmen Chu announced the results of HKMA's "Fintech Maturity Stock-take" exercise and plans to consult the industry on the development of a new data strategy.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong and Macao Ink MOU to Bolster GBA Data Flows

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/07/2025

Hong Kong’s PCPD and Macao’s PDPB will deepen collaboration on personal data protection, facilitate cross-boundary information exchange, and support the region's digital economy.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong SFC Eases Rules for Visiting Financial Professionals

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/07/2025

The SFC has extended the permissible activity period for licensed itinerant professionals from 30 to 45 days each calendar year to attract overseas talent.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Coins.ph, HashKey Launch Philippines-Hong Kong Crypto Corridor

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/07/2025

This will enable faster, more secure, and compliant movement of funds for individuals and institutions across the two markets.

Crypto / Digital Assets

CMB International Securities Gets Hong Kong Virtual Asset Licence

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/07/2025

CMB International Securities says it is the first Chinese bank-affiliated broker to gain approval for virtual asset trading in Hong Kong.

Fintech / Regtech

HSBC Completes DLT Tests Under HKMA's e-HKD Project

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/07/2025

HSBC has completed experiments on DLT interoperability and privacy tech, as a survey shows strong public demand for transaction privacy.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Calls for Enhanced NBFI Monitoring to Counter Stability Risks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/07/2025

HKMA’s Darryl Chan has called for agile regulation and international cooperation to manage threats from global fragmentation, innovation, and market volatility.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Consults On Capital Rule Overhaul for OTC Derivatives Dealers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/07/2025

The SFC is consulting on Basel III-aligned rules, creating new categories for dealers and introducing the first capital treatments for virtual asset derivatives.