Hong Kong

    Resolution & Recovery

    Hong Kong Shelves Plans for Statutory Corporate Rescue Regime

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2026

    In response to strong objections against the proposed regime from labour groups and SMEs, the government has decided to retain its existing court-supervised scheme of arrangement.

    Stablecoins

    Hong Kong Misses March Deadline for Stablecoin Licences

    By Editors | 02/04/2026

    Senior Hong Kong officials have been saying the first stablecoin licences would be issued within March.

    Operational Risk

    HKMA Issues Guidance on Operational Resilience Good Practices

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2026

    The circular details best practices in ICT, cyber, and third-party risk management ahead of the May 2026 implementation deadline.

    Structural Regulation

    HKEX Finds Deficient Controls, Non-Compliance at Market Participants

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

    HKEX published findings from its 2025 inspection programme, detailing common compliance deficiencies in risk management and China Connect rules.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    HKMA Financial Stability Report Flags Risks From Global Tensions, AI Boom

    By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

    Hong Kong’s banking sector remains resilient but faces risks from global uncertainties and the AI boom, the HKMA says.

    Liquidity Risk

    HKMA Flags Gaps in Bank Liquidity Planning for Resolution

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

    HKMA has urged institutions to upgrade liquidity models, citing weaknesses exposed in recent industry-wide stress tests.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    Hong Kong Sets 16 November Launch Date for Paperless Securities Regime

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

    The new uncertificated securities market regime will introduce a paperless option for share ownership, aiming to boost efficiency and modernise the city's financial infrastructure.

    Structural Regulation

    Latest Global Financial Hub Ranking Highlights Importance of Regulatory Certainty

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

    The latest index reveals a tight race at the top, with Asian centres gaining ground and a clear global demand for predictable regulation.

    Cybersecurity

    Hong Kong Amends Security Law to Compel Password Disclosure

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    New rules introduce jail time for non-compliance and expand customs' powers, prompting concern from legal experts and a US diplomatic alert.

    Cryptocurrency

    HashKey Launches ETH Staking for Retail and Institutional Clients in Hong Kong

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

    This is the first time an independent node model for staking has been introduced on a licenced trading platform in Hong Kong.

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