China Merchants Bank’s investment banking arm, CMB International, has opened the door to crypto assets in Hong Kong. This marks a significant milestone for the firm, becoming the […]
Hong Kong Takes Charge of Stablecoin Regulations: A New Era for Crypto Finance
Hong Kong’s stablecoin landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. The Hong Kong Stablecoin Ordinance, implemented in August 2025, offers a robust framework for issuing and operating fiat-pegged stablecoins. […]
Hong Kong Regulates RMB Stablecoins for DeFi Growth
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority is set to launch a new licensing regime for stablecoins, effective August 1, 2025, focusing on financial institutions within Greater China. This framework […]
Hong Kong Tightens Crypto Custody Rules Amid Cybersecurity Concerns
Hong Kong has introduced stricter requirements for cryptocurrency platforms, prohibiting the use of smart contracts in cold wallets and mandating 24/7 monitoring to address escalating cybersecurity threats that […]
Hong Kong Tightens Stablecoin Rules: New Licensing Law to Take Effect in August 2025
Hong Kong is introducing strict regulations for stablecoins, starting August 2025, with a licensing framework designed to enhance investor protection and attract institutional investment. The law applies to […]
CMB International Launches 24/7 Virtual Asset Trading in Hong Kong
China Merchants Bank’s investment banking arm, CMB International, has launched 24/7 virtual asset trading services for Bitcoin ($BTC), Ethereum ($ETH), and Tether ($USDT). This marks the first time […]
Hong Kong Launches Committee to Strengthen Anti-Money Laundering Standards for Virtual Assets
Hong Kong has established the Hong Kong Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Professional Committee (DAAMC) in collaboration with the Hong Kong Virtual Asset Industry Association. This non-profit organization brings […]
Hong Kong Launches Committee to Strengthen Anti-Money Laundering Measures in Digital Assets
Hong Kong has established the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Professional Committee (DAAMC) to enhance anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) standards within the digital asset industry. The committee, […]
Hong Kong Establishes Committee to Enhance Crypto AML/CFT Standards
Hong Kong has launched a dedicated committee focused on strengthening Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT) regulations within the digital asset landscape. The Hong Kong Digital Asset Anti-Money […]
Hong Kong Regulator Warns of Stablecoin License Scams, Urging Caution Against Price Manipulation
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a warning against the potential for fraudulent stock price manipulation using stablecoin license applications. Ye Zhiheng, Executive Director […]
China Merchants Bank Launches 24/7 Crypto Trading Platform in Hong Kong
China Merchants Bank (CMB), one of China’s largest banks with assets exceeding $1.7 trillion, has launched a cryptocurrency exchange platform in Hong Kong. This comes after receiving the […]
Hong Kong Implements Stablecoin Regulation, Ignites Market Enthusiasm with Cautionary Warnings
Hong Kong has taken a significant step in regulating stablecoins by implementing licensing requirements for issuers starting August 1, 2025. This move has sparked both excitement from market […]
CMB International Launches Crypto Trading in Hong Kong: A Major Milestone
Hong Kong’s financial landscape has witnessed a momentous shift as CMB International, the investment arm of China Merchants Bank, launches crypto trading services. This groundbreaking move marks a […]
China Merchants Bank Launches Crypto Exchange in Hong Kong
Despite China’s ongoing ban on cryptocurrencies within its borders, China Merchants Bank, a major financial institution in the country, is taking advantage of Hong Kong’s more relaxed regulatory […]
China Merchants Bank Unveils New Crypto Exchange in Hong Kong
China Merchants Bank International (CMBI) has joined forces with Hex Trust, a fully licensed custodian for digital assets, to launch a new crypto exchange platform in Hong Kong. […]