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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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