Cryptocurrency

Asia’s First Spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Debut in Hong Kong
Asia’s First Spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Debut in Hong Kong 1400 788 Hauzen LLP

In a landmark move, Hong Kong has launched the first spot Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) exchange traded funds (“ETFs”) in Asia on 30 April 2024, allowing retail investors to…

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Tokenisation of Securities in Hong Kong
Tokenisation of Securities in Hong Kong 1400 787 Hauzen LLP
Following our previous article on the tokenisation of SFC investment products, we now turn to intermediaries engaging in tokenised securities-related activities.

SFC Publishes VATP Lists & Forms Joint Group with HKPF
SFC Publishes VATP Lists & Forms Joint Group with HKPF 1401 788 Hauzen LLP
The SFC has taken steps to enhance investor protection and awareness of virtual asset trading platforms following the JPEX scandal.

SFC Conclusion on New Regulatory Regime for Virtual Asset Trading Platform Operators
SFC Conclusion on New Regulatory Regime for Virtual Asset Trading Platform Operators 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
We believe the new framework will help to establish Hong Kong as a virtual asset (“VA”) hub and attract quality crypto service providers to obtain a license.

HKMA’s Circular on Access to Banking Services
HKMA’s Circular on Access to Banking Services 1400 788 Byron Chow
Advancing financial inclusion and customer fair treament while authorized institutions adopting a proportionate and effective risk-based approach to AML & CFT.

Hong Kong Courts recognise Cryptocurrency as Property
Hong Kong Courts recognise Cryptocurrency as Property 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
Hong Kong High Court made important step in recognising legal status of cryptocurrencies establishing them as “property” that can be held on trust.

Managing a Cryptocurrency Portfolio – What Licensed Asset Managers Need to Know
Managing a Cryptocurrency Portfolio – What Licensed Asset Managers Need to Know 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
What should asset managers do if they want to manage portfolios holding virtual assets? To address risks, SFC has started to regulate VA portfolio managers.
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The Crypto Winter and the Rise in Crypto Fraud
The Crypto Winter and the Rise in Crypto Fraud 1400 787 Hauzen LLP
There is much debate over whether the crypto winter is over. In the meantime, investors should should get good advice early in the game to avoid scams.
Cryptocurrency & BT3

HKMA’s Conclusion on Crypto-assets & Stablecoins
HKMA’s Conclusion on Crypto-assets & Stablecoins 1400 788 Basil Hwang
HKMA is of the view that entities conducting stablecoin activity in Hong Kong or actively marketing such an activity here ought to hold a relevant licence.

Hong Kong Embraces Cryptocurrency: Get Ready for New VASP Regime
Hong Kong Embraces Cryptocurrency: Get Ready for New VASP Regime 1400 787 Basil Hwang
Operating a virtual asset in Hong Kong? Learn what you need to do to get ready for the new SFC legislation starting 01 June 2023!
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