Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Confirms Tax Overhaul Plan for Funds and Family Offices

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2026

The plan expands eligible assets to include digital assets and private credit, while introducing new economic substance requirements for funds seeking exemptions.

Fintech / Regtech

WeChat Pay Becomes First Wallet on New 'Payment Connect' System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2026

The Tencent-owned wallet has partnered with HSBC to offer real-time, fee-free remittances, connecting Hong Kong's FPS with the mainland's IBPS.

Capital / Liquidity

HKMA Embeds Resolution Readiness Into Bank Authorisation Criteria

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2026

Updated guidelines for bank authorisation now explicitly link core liquidity and systems requirements to an institution's ability to be resolved orderly.

Crypto / Digital Assets

HSBC Signals Intent to Engage with HK Stablecoin Regime - Reports

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2026

HSBC has praised the city’s “sound regulatory environment” and confirmed it is in active discussions with the HKMA.

HKMA Tightens Compliance Rules for Non-banks Using 'Bank' Names

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2026

Updated guidelines introduce stricter information requirements and mandatory advance notifications for any branding changes by non-bank entities.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong and Shanghai to Build Blockchain Trade Finance Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/03/2026

The initiative aims to digitise the US$1.5 trillion cargo finance market by linking mainland trade data with global financial systems.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Budget Targets Digital Assets, Financial Hub Status

By Manesh Samtani | 26/02/2026

The city's latest budget includes a new tokenised bond platform and enhanced capital and enforcement rules for financial firms.

Market Infrastructure

Stablecoin Growth Fuels FX Volatility in Emerging Markets: HKMA Study

By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

New research paper finds a direct link between USD stablecoin flows and exchange rate volatility, prompting calls for stricter regulation.

Crypto / Digital Assets

HK Lawmaker Proposes to Uses Stablecoin for Stimulus Payments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/02/2026

A policy proposal links government consumption vouchers to Hong Kong's new stablecoin licensing regime, aiming to boost Web3 adoption and the economy.