Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

HKMA and PCPD to Launch Joint Bank Examinations to Combat Fraud

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/01/2026

The HKMA and PCPD will conduct joint risk-based examinations of banks' anti-fraud and data security controls amid rising deception cases.

Cryptocurrency

Hong Kong's Mox Bank Rolls Out Regulated Crypto Trading

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/01/2026

Standard Chartered-backed virtual bank becomes second digital lender to offer BTC and ETH, but within a closed system that prohibits external transfers.

Payments & Settlements

Hong Kong Doubles Yuan Liquidity Facility to CNY 200 Billion

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/01/2026

The move, supported by the PBOC, aims to meet strong lender demand and deepen Hong Kong’s offshore yuan market.

Reporting & Disclosures

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.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

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.

Cloud & Infrastructure

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.

Resolution & Recovery

FSB Urges Regulators to Bolster Bank Resolution Frameworks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/01/2026

A new FSB report highlights uneven progress on resolution in APAC and sets out global priorities for bail-in execution and funding.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong to Issue First Stablecoin Licences in Q1 2026

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/01/2026

The new regime will impose strict rules on reserves and risk management as the city builds out its digital asset ecosystem.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Hong Kong Set to Sign Gold Market Deal with Shanghai

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/01/2026

The agreement aims to establish a central clearing system, bolstering the city's ambition to become an international gold hub.