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Knowledge is power. Here, we share useful information on laws governing Hong Kong’s markets with you, empowering you to foresee or overcome legal obstacles. Contact us for an in-depth discussion today.

First Time Summons Hearing as a Trainee Solicitor
First Time Summons Hearing as a Trainee Solicitor 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
As a trainee solicitor, attending court hearings can be a daunting experience. Here are some tips that can help improve their confidence in court.

Guide to Obtaining a VASP Licence in Hong Kong
Guide to Obtaining a VASP Licence in Hong Kong 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
A simplified guide to requirements virtual asset trading platforms (or cryptocurrency exchanges) must meet to obtain a virtual asset service provider 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!

Collapse of FTX Hastens Calls for Cryptocurrency Regulations
Collapse of FTX Hastens Calls for Cryptocurrency Regulations 1400 788 Byron Chow
FTX’s collapse highlights the need to put in place regulations for cryptocurrency in the world’s major financial markets, and Hong Kong is committed to addressing such a need.

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.

VIDEO: Financial Regulation in Hong Kong
VIDEO: Financial Regulation in Hong Kong 600 600 Basil Hwang
Our Basil Hwang and Kelly Ho give us an overview of the financial regulatory sector in Hong Kong.

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 LLP
Readers are reminded to be alert if approached with securities & futures investments or dealing with anyone claiming they are licensed / registered in Hong Kong

Insurance Authority Reprimands & Fines Insurer for Contraventions of AML & CTF Ordinances
Insurance Authority Reprimands & Fines Insurer for Contraventions of AML & CTF Ordinances 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
MetLife (now FWD Life) & Metropolitan Life Insurance (now FWD Life Assurance) fined HK$7 million. It is clear that the IA takes these failures very seriously.

PCPD FAQ on EU’s New Standard Contractual Clauses for Personal Data
PCPD FAQ on EU’s New Standard Contractual Clauses for Personal Data 1400 787 Hauzen LLP
From 27 September 2021 on, data exporters & importers can only conclude contracts incorporating new SCCs for transfer of personal data out of European Union.

Hong Kong Funds Update: 1) Launch of Re-domiciliation Mechanisms; 2) Updates from Companies Registry
Hong Kong Funds Update: 1) Launch of Re-domiciliation Mechanisms; 2) Updates from Companies Registry 1401 788 Hauzen LLP
Foreign Investment Funds now able take advantage of this mechanism to re-domicile & register in Hong Kong as OFCs or LPFs
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