Hong Kong

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX to Launch Hang Seng Biotech Index Futures in November

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/10/2025

HKEX says the new cash-settled contract aims to provide a risk management tool for Hong Kong's fast-growing biotechnology sector.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong to Cap Loans for Money Lenders Based on Borrower Income

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/10/2025

The FSTB is inclined to support debt-to-income ratio limits and mandate credit data sharing following a public consultation on tightening regulations.

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.