HONG KONG

Market Infrastructure

HKMA, AIIB Agree to Support Emerging Asia Venture Capital

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

HKMA and AIIB will collaborate to invest in a portfolio of VC funds that prioritise green technology across emerging markets in Asia.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong Issue Second Policy on Digital Assets Development

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

The new policy statement introduces the “LEAP” framework, building on the first policy statement issued in October 2022.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Mainland Broker Guotai Junan Secures Hong Kong Crypto Approval

By Editors | 26/06/2025

Guotai Junan has become the first mainland brokerage to receive the SFC’s approval to provide crypto trading services.

Big Picture

China IRD Market Expanding, Hong Kong Remains Key Trading Hub

By Manesh Samtani | 26/06/2025

New ISDA report says China’s interest rate derivatives market is expanding, spurred by the Futures and Derivatives Law and Swap Connect.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong to Set High Bar for Stablecoin Licences

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/06/2025

HKMA CEO Eddie Yue said only a “handful” of licences will likely be granted, reflecting the regulator’s “cautious approach” and the need for user protection.

AML / KYC

New Academic Programmes Emerge to Address Financial Crime Skills Gap

By Manesh Samtani | 24/06/2025

A ‘generational crisis’ in financial crime has prompted the introduction of new academic programmes that blend theory with real-world investigative skills.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong Consults on Stricter Rules for Licensed Money Lenders

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/06/2025

The FSTB is seeking to strengthen the regulatory regime amid concerns over debt, especially among low-income earners and foreign domestic helpers.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong Examining Potential for Yuan-Backed Stablecoin

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/06/2025

Christopher Hui said risks must be studied, taking into consideration the Mainland’s monetary policy direction and yuan internationalisation roadmap.

AML / KYC

New Academic Programmes Emerge to Address Financial Crime Skills Gap

By Manesh Samtani | 24/06/2025

A ‘generational crisis’ in financial crime has prompted the introduction of new academic programmes that blend theory with real-world investigative skills.