Financial Regulation

Concise Guide to Money Service Operator (“MSO”) Licensing in Hong Kong
Concise Guide to Money Service Operator (“MSO”) Licensing in Hong Kong 1400 788 Basil Hwang

Hong Kong’s vibrant financial landscape presents vast opportunities for businesses in the money service sector. Navigating the regulatory requirements for Money Service Operators (“MSO”) demands careful compliance with Hong Kong’s…

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SFC’s Revamped Second-Phase Assessment for Virtual Asset Trading Platforms
SFC’s Revamped Second-Phase Assessment for Virtual Asset Trading Platforms 1400 787 Hauzen LLP

On 18 December 2024, the Securities and Futures Commission (“SFC”) issued a circular outlining updates to the licensing process and the revamped Second-Phase Assessment[i] for virtual asset trading platforms (“VATPs”)…

Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill to Undergo First Reading
Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill to Undergo First Reading 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
In this article, we break down and summarise the key aspects of the Stablecoins Bill.

HKMA’s Approach to Regulating AI in Hong Kong’s Banking Sector
HKMA’s Approach to Regulating AI in Hong Kong’s Banking Sector 1400 788 Hauzen LLP

As artificial intelligence (“AI”) technologies continue to permeate the financial sector, regulators worldwide have faced challenges in addressing the potential risks associated with their adoption. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority…

Hong Kong’s Proposed Licensing Regime for Over-the-Counter Virtual Asset Trading
Hong Kong’s Proposed Licensing Regime for Over-the-Counter Virtual Asset Trading 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau of Hong Kong released a consultation paper outlining proposed legislative changes to regulate over-the-counter trading of virtual assets. This proposal aims to address the growing concerns surrounding the potential for money laundering and terrorist financing risks associated with VA activities, while also ensuring adequate investor protection.

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…

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

Sponsors Still Taking the Rap for Listing Fraud
Sponsors Still Taking the Rap for Listing Fraud 1400 788 Greg Heaton
When listing frauds unravel, regulators usually focus on finding fault with the sponsors. Sponsors face significant regulatory risks for limited financial gain.

How Sponsors Became Gatekeepers of HKEX
How Sponsors Became Gatekeepers of HKEX 1400 787 Greg Heaton
Thirty years ago, Tsingtao Brewery became the first mainland Chinese company to list on HKEX. Over 1400 others followed, scams included.

SFC proposes amendments to Securities and Futures Ordinance to strengthen enforcement
SFC proposes amendments to Securities and Futures Ordinance to strengthen enforcement 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
The SFC is accepting comments on its proposed amendments by no later than 12 August 2022.
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