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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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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.

Chambers Forum: Hong Kong 2024
Chambers Forum: Hong Kong 2024 2560 1706 Hauzen LLP
Hauzen is delighted to have sponsored this exciting event and hosted a panel on “Legal developments in Fintech – Transactions, Tokenization and Litigation”.

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.
Basil Hwang - Hauzen LLP at 20th ALB Hong Kong In-house Legal Summit

Key Takeaways from the ALB Keynote Panel
Key Takeaways from the ALB Keynote Panel 768 503 Hauzen LLP
Our panel speakers shared invaluable insights into Hong Kong’s evolving digital assets landscape. Get the key takeaways!
Basil Hwang - Hauzen LLP at 20th ALB Hong Kong In-house Legal Summit
Basil Hwang - Hauzen LLP at 20th ALB Hong Kong In-house Legal Summit
Basil Hwang - Hauzen LLP at 20th ALB Hong Kong In-house Legal Summit
Basil Hwang - Hauzen LLP at 20th ALB Hong Kong In-house Legal Summit
Basil Hwang - Hauzen LLP at 20th ALB Hong Kong In-house Legal Summit

20th ALB Hong Kong In-House Legal Summit 2023
20th ALB Hong Kong In-House Legal Summit 2023 768 503 Hauzen LLP
We are honoured to have hosted the Keynote Panel on Asia’s Digital Asset Hub: Risks and Opportunities in Transforming Hong Kong’s Financial Landscape.

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. 

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 to Regulate Stablecoins
Hong Kong to Regulate Stablecoins 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
New regulatory regime significant for stablecoins, and Hong Kong in particular. Stablecoins like USDT & USDC widely used as alternative currency for payment.
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