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HK Steering Group Reaffirms Green Finance Hub Ambitions
By Editors | 07/11/2021
The Steering Group welcomed initiatives from the IFRS Foundation and IPSF, saying it will continue efforts to develop Hong Kong into a carbon trading hub.
AML / KYC
HKMA Launches AMLab Series to Experiment with Network Analytics
By Editors | 07/11/2021
Five banks will work with data experts to experiment with the use of data analytics and network diagrams in identifying suspected money mules.
HKMA Issues New Code of Practice for Banks’ Trust Business
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/11/2021
Locally incorporated AIs should ensure their trust subsidiaries comply with the code of practice. Supervisory action may be taken for noncompliance.
Fintech / Regtech
Multi CBDC Bridge Project Moves to Test New Use Cases
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/11/2021
The mBridge project team has collaborated with private sector participants to identify 15 potential business use cases that are now being tested.
Market Infrastructure
China, EU Publish Common Sustainable Finance Taxonomy
By Manesh Samtani | 05/11/2021
The PBOC says the common taxonomy will help promote China-EU green investment and financing cooperation and cross-border activities, while reducing the cost of green certification.
ESG / Sustainability
IFC, HKMA Join Forces on New Climate Finance Initiative
By Editors | 04/11/2021
The programme will combine institutional investor contributions with IFC funds to scale up climate-responsible financing for private companies in emerging markets.
Fintech / Regtech
HKMA Unveils New Measures to Achieve Fintech Vision
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/11/2021
Prototype platforms for green bond tokenisation developed. Commercial Data Interchange enters pilot launch. AML Regtech Lab set for Friday launch.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Hong Kong Virtual Assets Regime Under Review: SFC
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/11/2021
The SFC is considering whether licensed firms should be allowed to provide crypto trading services to clients through omnibus account arrangements, and whether to allow crypto ETFs.
Hong Kong Ends Quarantine Exemptions for Senior Finance Execs
By Editors | 03/11/2021
Listed company directors and senior financial industry executives will no longer be able to skip hotel quarantine procedures upon entry into Hong Kong.
Fintech / Regtech
HKIMR Offers Suggestions to Narrow AI/BD Talent Gap
By Editors | 31/10/2021
An estimated 2,000 professionals with both finance and AI/big data skills are needed to meet the talent gap in Hong Kong’s financial industry.
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