ETFs with crypto exposure through CME-listed BTC and ETH futures can be distributed to Hong Kong retail clients. The “professional investor only” requirement is under review.
November 1, 2022A new policy statement to be issued at Hong Kong FinTech Week may spell out plans to include retail investors in the city's VASP regime.
October 17, 2022Seven banks have already used the connection to conduct cross-border trade financing transactions, with the total trade value exceeding HK$26mn.
November 4, 2020The government proposes to introduce a new licensing regime for VASPs that trade non-security tokens, and a registration regime for dealers in precious metals and stones.
November 3, 2020The winning proposals hold 'great potential' for addressing some long-standing pain points of the global trade finance business, said the HKMA's Edmond Lau.
November 3, 2020The HKMA is working with banks to study the feasibility of the 'Commercial Data Interchange', a new financial infrastructure to facilitate financial intermediation.
November 3, 2020Companies from nine key fintech verticals are invited to submit applications by 31 August, for a chance to showcase their solutions to corporates and investors at Hong Kong Fintech Week.
August 11, 2020Private firms are invited to submit innovative solutions that can help enhance trade finance mechanisms, connectivity and infrastructure.
August 4, 2020As part of an ecosystem approach to fintech development, HKMA chief Eddie Yue wants to work with FIs, end users and technology firms to drive innovation in financial services.
November 7, 2019Under the new framework, announced at Hong Kong Fintech Week, platform operators that offer trading in virtual assets classified as securities may seek Type 1 and Type 7 licences from the SFC.
November 7, 2019