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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”)…

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The SFC’s Initiatives to Grow Hong Kong’s Virtual Asset Market
The SFC’s Initiatives to Grow Hong Kong’s Virtual Asset Market 1400 787 Hauzen LLP
The SFC outlines initiatives for Hong Kong’s virtual asset market, including swift licensing, a consultative panel, and tokenisation efforts.

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.

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.

Hauzen Recognised as IFLR Recommended Firm for Insolvency and Financial Regulation
Hauzen Recognised as IFLR Recommended Firm for Insolvency and Financial Regulation 599 702 Hauzen LLP

We have been promoted to a Tier-3 ranking in IFLR1000 ‘s Restructuring & Insolvency category for 2024, putting us in the league of major international firms. We are also ranked…

Poison Address Attacks
Poison Address Attacks 1280 720 Hauzen LLP
Find out more about Poison Address Attacks in our latest article, an increasingly common tactic used by scammers to steal crypto assets.
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Landmark Ruling Involving Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs)
Landmark Ruling Involving Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs) 1400 787 Hauzen LLP
This Hong Kong ruling highlights the need for transparency in DAOs and acknowledges the legal complexities of blockchain and decentralized finance.

Hong Kong Takes a Step Closer to Enabling Stablecoins
Hong Kong Takes a Step Closer to Enabling Stablecoins 1400 788 Hauzen LLP

Introduction The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (“HKMA”), in collaboration with the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (“FSTB”), released a public consultation paper on 27 December 2023 outlining a legislative…

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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