FINANCIAL REGULATION
Hong Kong Regulators Launch Joint GBA Financial Oversight Framework
HKMA joins inaugural cross-border regulatory meeting with Guangdong, Macao, and Shenzhen authorities to coordinate banking and insurance supervision across Greater Bay Area.
Hong Kong Regulator Wins Global Award for AI-Powered Anti-Fraud Campaign
HKMA's unconventional approach to crypto and financial fraud prevention earns Central Banking Award as Hong Kong fraud cases drop 2.9% in 2025.
Hong Kong Banking Complaints Surge 16% in 2025 as Account Issues Spike
HKMA reports 4,005 banking complaints in 2025, with account operation issues jumping 38%. Regulator urges banks to improve customer communication.
Hong Kong Academy of Finance Inks Fintech Research Deal with Tsinghua PBCSF
Hong Kong and mainland China deepen financial ties as AoF and Tsinghua PBCSF sign MoU covering fintech research, talent development, and policy collaboration.
FCA's Role in Embracing Tokenisation for a Digital-First UK Financial System
The FCA's latest consultation on tokenisation aims to transform the UK's financial landscape by enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accessibility, positioning the UK as a leader in digital finance.
T3 Financial Crime Unit Freezes $300M, Bolstering Crypto Crime Fight
The T3 Financial Crime Unit, a collaboration between Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs, has frozen over $300 million in assets, marking a significant step in combating crypto-related crime globally.
Tokenization and Stablecoin Policies Discussed at Atlantic Council Event
The Atlantic Council event highlighted tokenization and stablecoin policies, focusing on regulation, innovation, and institutional adoption as key drivers for modernizing financial infrastructure.
HSBC Fined HK$4.2 Million by SFC for Research Report Disclosure Failures
The Securities and Futures Commission has fined HSBC HK$4.2 million due to failures in disclosure requirements in research reports on Hong Kong-listed securities over an eight-year period.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Penalizes 33 Financial Services for Regulatory Breaches
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has imposed a fine on 33 Financial Services Limited for non-compliance with the Payment Systems and Stored Value Facilities Ordinance.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Proposes Key Enhancements to Banking Ordinance
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has opened a public consultation on proposed amendments to the Banking Ordinance, aiming to strengthen regulatory frameworks and enhance banking stability.
HKMA and SFC Finalize Proposals to Enhance Hong Kong's OTC Derivatives Reporting Regime
The HKMA and SFC have concluded their consultation on enhancements to Hong Kong's OTC derivatives reporting regime, aiming for implementation in September 2025.
HKMA Imposes Penalty on WeChat Pay Hong Kong for AML Failures
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has fined WeChat Pay Hong Kong Limited HK$875,000 for contravening anti-money laundering regulations.
China Forestry Executives Found Guilty of Market Misconduct
The Market Misconduct Tribunal finds China Forestry's former chairman and CEO guilty of false disclosures and insider trading.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Publishes Conclusions on Three-Tier Banking System Review
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has released the conclusions of its public consultation on the three-tier banking system, proposing a transition to a two-tier system.
SFC Announces New Appointments and Re-Appointments of Non-Executive Directors
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has welcomed the appointment and re-appointment of several Non-Executive Directors.