Hong Kong

AML / KYC

Hong Kong SFC Issues AML Warning as JFIU Prepares New STR Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

The SFC has detailed expected controls to combat layering via brokerages and virtual assets, as HKPF prepare to launch a new system for reporting suspicious transactions.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Outlines Extensive Derivatives Market System Upgrades for 2026

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

HKEX plans to enhance after-hours trading, add a new matching engine, and mandate several system upgrades for participants.

Sanctions

Hong Kong Licensed Lender Linked To Sanctioned Prince Group – Report

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/11/2025

An associate of sanctioned Prince Group's Chen Zhi is tied to a licensed money lender that holds a mortgage over shares in a Hong Kong-listed firm.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong SFC Details Regulatory Push on Private Credit, AI, Digital Assets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/11/2025

SFC chief outlines new OTC reporting rules, 'human in the loop' AI policy, and final steps for digital asset framework.

Securities / Derivatives

China Updates Rules for Authorising Domestic Firms to Audit H-Shares

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/11/2025

The MOF and CSRC will add two firms to the approved list and conduct annual assessments, revoking recommendations for non-compliant auditors.

Enforcement

Hong Kong ICAC Charges Ex-HKEX Executive in Bribery Probe

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/11/2025

Hong Kong's ICAC has charged a former HKEX executive with accepting bribes to leak confidential company information.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Warns on Banned China Bond Tactic Migrating to City - Report

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/11/2025

The SFC has warned of regulatory action as cash-strapped Chinese LGFVs use off-book payments to boost bond returns.

Sanctions

US Panel Urges Sanctions Scrutiny for Hong Kong

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/11/2025

A congressional advisory body has recommended secondary sanctions on Hong Kong financial institutions, alleging the city is a hub for sanctions evasion.

Enforcement

Hong Kong Jails Agents in Insurance Commission Fraud Scheme

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/11/2025

Jail sentences were earlier handed to another 11 individuals who were all part of the same 'dummy agent' commission fraud scheme, according to the ICAC.