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Crypto / Digital Assets
Hong Kong’s New Stablecoin Law to Commence Operation on 1 August
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/06/2025
The stablecoin ordinance passed in May will take effect on 1 August, subject to negative vetting of the legislative notice.
AML / KYC
Beijing Issues Framework for Liquidating Seized Crypto vis Hong Kong
By Manesh Samtani | 09/06/2025
Under the framework, third-party agencies will be appointed to sell seized crypto assets through licensed platforms in Hong Kong.
Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong to Tweak Listing Regime Amid China-US Tensions
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/06/2025
Regulators are considering ways to facilitate listings by US-listed Chinese companies that don’t comply with Hong Kong’s limits on dual-class shares.
AML / KYC
Hong Kong SFC Urges Brokers to Enhance Security Against SMS Phishing Scams
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/06/2025
Hong Kong’s SFC has directed brokers to implement robust and up-to-date measures to safeguard against cyber fraud and SMS phishing scams.
Enforcement
Hong Kong ICAC Charges Former Bank RM Over Fake Credit Letters
By Editors | 09/06/2025
The former bank relationship manager allegedly accepted $470,000 worth of Tether as a bribe to authenticate fake standby L/Cs and collateral letters.
AML / KYC
US Sanctions Iran Shadow Banking Network, Including HK Front Companies
By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2025
OFAC has sanctioned a network laundering billions for Iran, targeting 10 individuals and 27 entities based in Iran, China, Hong Kong, and the UAE.
Enforcement
SFC Outlines Multi-Pronged Strategy Against Unlicensed Finfluencers
By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025
The SFC has conducted thematic inspections to assess the practices used by intermediaries that engage with finfluencers.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Hong Kong Official Outlines Vision for Virtual Asset Development
By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025
Christopher Hui outlines Hong Kong’s vision for virtual asset development, emphasising security, innovation, and a multi-pronged strategy for growth.
Enforcement
SFC Imposes 6-Month Ban on Former Executive Director of MTF Securities
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/06/2025
The SFC banned a former MTF Securities executive director for failing to properly manage credit risks and report suspicious trading […]
Big Picture
BIS Bulletin Spotlights Benefits of Regional Integration in Asia
By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025
BIS bulletin says Asia’s regional integration, supported by finance hubs in Hong Kong and Singapore, serves as a buffer against global fragmentation.
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