HONG KONG

    AML / KYC

    How Hong Kong is Tackling the Money Mule Threat

    By Manesh Samtani | 04/07/2025

    Industry experts discussed the growing sophistication of money mule networks and the complexities of detecting and offboarding suspicious accounts.

    Market Infrastructure

    HKEX Introduces New Order Routing Service on Integrated Fund Platform

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/07/2025

    The introduction of the new Order Routing Service will help transform the fund order placement process, which includes subscriptions and redemptions.

    Market Infrastructure

    HK Review Panel Urges Overhaul of MPFA's Fining and Sanctioning Policies

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/07/2025

    An independent review panel has called for greater consistency in the MPFA's enforcement actions, raising concerns over its new fining mechanism.

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    Enforcement

    Hong Kong AFRC Fines Ex-CITIC Banker Over Insider Dealing

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/07/2025

    The AFRC has sanctioned Wu Kam Shing after a tribunal found he used confidential information from his banking role for personal gain.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    SFC Grants Licences for Tokenised Securities to DigiFT

    By Editors | 03/07/2025

    Digital asset platform DigiFT has gained approval to deal in and advise on tokenised real-world assets, expanding its Asia footprint.

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    Hong Kong Rejects Calls to Allow MPF Use for Home Purchases

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/07/2025

    The government has dismissed proposals for housing loans and dedicated accounts, citing risks to retirement savings and the need for higher contributions.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Extends Onshore IRS Tenor to 30 Years via Swap Connect

    By Editors | 01/07/2025

    The change extends the maximum contract length from 10 years to 30 years, which will help to better meet the risk management needs of long-term investors.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong: New Position Limits for Key Derivatives Set to Take Effect

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/07/2025

    The SFC says the increase in position limits will provide greater flexibility for market participants in their trading activities.

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    AML / KYC

    HKMA Refines Rules for Onshore RMB Cross-Border Trade Conversion

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/06/2025

    HKMA has updated rules for CNY cross-border trade conversions, clarifying bank obligations under the RMB settlement scheme.

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    AML / KYC

    Hong Kong Consults on Virtual Asset Rules for OTC Dealing and Custodians

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/06/2025

    FSTB and SFC are consulting on virtual asset regulatory regimes for OTC trading services and custodian services.

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