HONG KONG

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    Securities / Derivatives

    China Launches First Offshore Gold Vault in Hong Kong

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

    The Shanghai Gold Exchange also listed its first gold contracts on its International Board that can be delivered in Hong Kong.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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