CMBI, the brokerage arm of China Merchants Bank, has received a key license from Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to offer regulated cryptocurrency services. This move […]
Renmin University Hosts Seminar on Virtual Asset Law
Renmin University’s law school hosted a seminar focused on the legal framework surrounding virtual assets, stablecoins, and RWA tokenization. The event drew nearly 60 industry professionals and academics, […]
Hong Kong’s SFC Unveils New Guidelines for Virtual Asset Platforms
On August 15, 2025, Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) issued new guidelines for licensed virtual asset trading platforms. These regulations focus on enhancing custody practices and […]
Hong Kong Enhances Digital Asset Custody with New Regulatory Framework
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has unveiled robust new standards for virtual asset custody, aiming to bolster investor protection and market integrity. These comprehensive […]
Hong Kong Sets New Custody Rules for Virtual Assets
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued updated guidelines for virtual asset custody, impacting licensed trading platforms on August 15th. The circular outlines strict requirements […]
Zircon Securities Secures SFC Approval to Offer Virtual Asset Services in Hong Kong
Zircon Securities, a subsidiary of Zircon Financial Group, has received key regulatory approval from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to provide virtual asset deposit and […]
Hong Kong Unveils Second Virtual Asset Policy Statement in 2025
Hong Kong’s financial landscape is set for a further evolution with the anticipated release of its second policy statement on virtual asset development by year-end. Acting Secretary for […]
Hong Kong SFC Expands Virtual Asset Regulations, Fuels Institutional Interest
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has significantly broadened its regulatory framework for virtual assets, impacting various market segments. This expansion emphasizes investor protection and compliance […]
UAE’s ADGM Updates Digital Asset Regulatory Framework
The Financial Services Authority (FSRA), the regulatory body of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), has implemented changes to its digital asset regulatory framework. These amendments, effective immediately, come […]
Hong Kong Establishes First Stablecoin Regulatory Framework
Hong Kong has taken a crucial step forward by implementing its first-ever stablecoin regulatory framework. The move, overseen by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), targets fiat-pegged stablecoins […]
Hong Kong SFC to Offer Virtual Asset Derivatives Trading for Qualified Investors
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is introducing a new layer of trading options for professional investors, expanding the city’s digital asset landscape. Secretary for Financial […]
Hong Kong Explores Virtual Asset Derivatives for Professional Investors
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is considering the introduction of virtual asset derivatives trading for professional investors. This decision, announced by Secretary for Financial Services […]
Hong Kong to Introduce Virtual Asset Derivatives for Professional Investors
Hong Kong is taking a step towards bolstering its position as a global leader in digital assets by exploring virtual asset derivatives trading specifically for professional investors. This […]
Hong Kong Unveils New Virtual Asset Policy Amid Market Shifts
Furthermore, the Securities and Futures Commission is considering allowing professional investors to trade in virtual asset derivatives. This initiative, prioritizing robust risk management measures, will diversify Hong Kong’s […]
UAE’s First Virtual Asset License Awarded to Emirates Coin Investment LLC
Emirates Coin Investment LLC (EmCoin) has achieved a landmark moment by becoming the first company in the United Arab Emirates to obtain a Virtual Asset license from the […]