Hong Kong

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Weighs Higher Threshold for Allowing Domestic Firms to List in HK

    By Mark Johnston | 26/01/2026

    China is considering raising compliance bars, including a minimum market capitalisation, to stem a flood of low-quality IPO applications in Hong Kong from mainland firms.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Korea Updates Guide for Domestic Firms on Hong Kong Financial System

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/01/2026

    The guide reflects Hong Kong's new digital asset rules and insurance framework to aid South Korean firms' overseas expansion.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong MPFA Tightens eMPF Security, Halts eKYC Onboarding

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/01/2026

    The move follows a fraud incident and introduces mandatory iAM Smart verification for new registrations and some fund withdrawals.

    Enforcement

    Former HSBC Manager Admits to Account Opening for Bribes Scheme

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/01/2026

    The case, brought by the ICAC, involves illicit payments for opening accounts, some of which were later flagged for money laundering risk by the bank.

    Enforcement

    SFC Secures Compensation from 'Shadow Director', Two Former Execs

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/01/2026

    The trio were banned from being directors and ordered to pay compensation worth HKD 595 million for defrauding a now-delisted company.

    Fintech / Regtech

    GDF Unveils Global Stablecoin Rulebook to Guide Regulators

    By Manesh Samtani | 23/01/2026

    New framework offers principles on reserves, redemption, and cross-border recognition, with specific details on Hong Kong and Singapore rules.

    ESG / Sustainability

    HKMA Finalises Phase 2A of Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/01/2026

    The updated framework introduces transition pathways and an adaptation category, and will be mandatory for government green bond projects.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong Banks to Overhaul Services for Elderly, Disabled Customers

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/01/2026

    New industry guidelines endorsed by the HKMA set an 18-month deadline for banks to implement wide-ranging accessibility enhancements.

    Fintech / Regtech

    HKMA Study Links CDI Use to Better SME Loan Terms

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/01/2026

    Banks actively using the CDI offered lower rates and required less collateral for SMEs, researchers find.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Liquidity Risk in the Spotlight as SFC Private Credit Consultation Ends

    By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 22/01/2026

    The SFC allows individual funds to decide how to best manage liquidity, but this may have to change for retail investment in private credit.

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