Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Fintech / Regtech

Australia Considers Overhaul of Fintech Sandbox Amid Low Uptake, Scope Concerns

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/12/2025

Treasury review seeks feedback on why its regulatory sandbox has struggled, floating ideas from international models and new thematic sandboxes.

AML / KYC

HKMA Urges Banks to Bolster Defences Against 'High-End' Money Laundering

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/12/2025

The HKMA has identified weaknesses in how institutions handle sophisticated criminal schemes, urging enhancements in key control areas.

Capital / Liquidity

HKMA Consults on Valuation Framework for Bank Resolutions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/12/2025

The HKMA seeks industry feedback on a proposed code of practice for valuing failing banks before, during, and after resolution.

Enforcement

Hong Kong Regulators Fines EFG Bank for Control Failures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/12/2025

The SFC has cited EFG Bank for multi-year breaches in product due diligence, record-keeping, and reporting related to hundreds of bond products.

ESG / Sustainability

Financial Regulators Failing on Nature Risk Despite Climate Progress, WWF Says

By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

A global assessment finds major gaps in addressing risks from deforestation and water stress, urging APAC regulators to act.

Securities / Derivatives

China Rapidly Aligning Derivatives Market with Global Standards: Experts

By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

ISDA panel discusses rapid developments in China’s repo market, the adoption of margin rules for non-cleared derivatives, and opportunities for CGBs.

Crypto / Digital Assets

China Declares RWA Tokenisation 'Illegal Financial Activity'

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

A joint warning from seven industry bodies clarifies the legal status of RWA and extends liability to domestic staff of overseas firms.

Capital / Liquidity

HK Regulator, Banks Roll Out Additional Support for Tai Po Fire Victims

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

Measures include emergency loans and a six-month mortgage moratorium on approximately 300 loans worth a total of HKD 540 million.

Securities / Derivatives

Domestic Investors Enhance Market Stability but Reduce Liquidity: HKMA

By Manesh Samtani | 04/12/2025

New paper recommends a combination of policy measures to encourage domestic participation and targeted actions to alleviate the negative side effects on liquidity.