Financial Markets

SFC Publishes VATP Lists & Forms Joint Group with HKPF

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

HKCFA Upholds SFC’s Powers Against Foreign Defendants

HKCFA Upholds SFC’s Powers Against Foreign Defendants 1920 1081 Hauzen
The Hong Kong CFA confirms the SFC’s power to seek various orders from the Hong Kong court against foreign defendants without requiring leave.
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Hauzen Continues Growth With Key Strategic Hire

Hauzen Continues Growth With Key Strategic Hire 600 600 Hauzen
Hauzen LLP is pleased to announce that Perline Ko has joined the firm, further boosting its financial regulations capabilities.

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 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!

CFI Dismisses Judicial Review against SFC’s Restriction Notices

CFI Dismisses Judicial Review against SFC’s Restriction Notices 1400 788 Kelly Ho
The judicial review applicants of the “No Consent Regime” have now challenged the Restriction Notices issued by the SFC, but were unsuccessful.

PCPD Issues Guidance Note on Data Security Measures

PCPD Issues Guidance Note on Data Security Measures 1400 787 Hauzen
With data breaches and compliance actions on the rise, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data issued new guidance on data security measures.

HKMA Discussion Paper on e-HKD

HKMA Discussion Paper on e-HKD 1400 935 Kelly Ho
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority recently published a discussion paper inviting views on key policy and design issues for introducing e-HKD.

Consultation on New Type 13 Regulated Activity

Consultation on New Type 13 Regulated Activity 1400 788 Hauzen
In Feb 2022, SFC released its Consultation Conclusions on the Proposed Regulatory Regime for Depositaries of SFC-authorised Collective Investment Schemes.

SFC Bans Mr. Poon Chun Hing From Re-entering Industry for Life

SFC Bans Mr. Poon Chun Hing From Re-entering Industry for Life 1400 788 Hauzen
Readers are reminded to be alert if approached with securities & futures investments or dealing with anyone claiming they are licensed / registered in Hong Kong
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