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Hong Kong’s First Crypto Futures EFTs Raise $73.6M Ahead of Launch
The ETFs are expected to be launched at HK$780 per unit on Friday.
Hong Kong's SFC decided to permit crypto EFTs less than two months ago.
Thursday, 15/12/2022 | 13:42 GMT
by
Solomon Oladipupo
CryptoCurrency
SEBA Bank Enters APAC with New Hong Kong Office
It is the first physical office of the crypto company in the region.
It earlier received an Abu Dhabi license.
Wednesday, 30/11/2022 | 10:34 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Retail FX
Hong Kong’s SFC Proposes Risk Management Rules for Futures Brokers
The regulator proposed several mechanisms to mitigate future dealing risks.
It will accept the industry feedback until 31 January 2023.
Friday, 25/11/2022 | 10:35 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Regulation
Hong Kong Decides on Rules for Crypto ETFs
The SFC will consider approving virtual asset ETFs.
Initially, it will only allow Bitcoin and Ether futures trading on Chicago Mercantile Exchange.
Monday, 31/10/2022 | 07:20 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency
Hong Kong Set to Legalize Crypto?
Hong Kong wants to offer crypto trading services to retail customers in March 2023.
Partial legalization of the industry is expected to attract talent to the City again.
Thursday, 27/10/2022 | 11:24 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
Hong Kong Court Convicts ex-Fulbright Securities Account Exec of Fraud
A client lost $48,321 as a result of the fraud.
Hong Kong's SFC slammed a life-long industry ban on Kwong Shing five years ago.
Friday, 14/10/2022 | 13:00 GMT
by
Solomon Oladipupo
Retail FX
Hong Kong Charges 13 in a Pump-and-Dump Scheme Crack Down
The scale of the scheme was not revealed.
The perpetrators were charged for market manipulation and money laundering.
Friday, 30/09/2022 | 10:54 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
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Hong Kong’s SFC Finds Several Compliance Lapses at Online Brokerages
It surveyed 50 licensed corporations.
Online brokers have opened 96% of accounts in the past year through non-face-to-face onboarding processes.
Wednesday, 31/08/2022 | 10:24 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Institutional FX
Asian Wealth Management Unit of RBC Fined HK$7.7M in Hong Kong
The company mishandled client assets on several occasions.
However, it did not dispute regulatory findings and actions.
Wednesday, 20/07/2022 | 10:31 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Institutional FX
SFC Fines CES Capital International HK$3.2 Million
The company failed to discharge its duties as an investment manager of two funds.
CESHK cooperated with the SFC during the investigation.
Monday, 27/06/2022 | 21:22 GMT
by
Felipe Erazo
Analysis
Forex in Hong Kong. CFDs Are Banned, but Traders Seek Other Options
Hong Kong is considered one of the most expensive places to live.
Thus, the average retail trader here has a deep pocket, cPattern data shows.
Thursday, 23/06/2022 | 08:44 GMT
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Damian Chmiel
Institutional FX
Hong Kong’s SFC Fines China Everbright Securities HK$3.8 Million
The company failed to comply with AML and CFT regulatory requirements.
The regulator also imposed a reprimand.
Thursday, 16/06/2022 | 16:41 GMT
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Felipe Erazo
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Mox Introduces New Service for Instant Money Transfers
The new service will improve cash flow control of customers.
The service will assist Mox Credit clients in bill payments.
Wednesday, 18/05/2022 | 11:24 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
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MaiCapital Gets Hong Kong SFC’s Nod to Manage 100% Digital Asset Funds
The company manages two actively managed blockchain-themed hedge funds.
Until now, it operated with SFC’s Type 4 and Type 9 licenses.
Tuesday, 12/04/2022 | 09:56 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
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Playtech’s Former CEO Dismisses Allegations
Recently, Playtech shareholders stopped Aristocrat's £2.7 billion acquisition bid.
Tom Hall dismissed allegations over a group of Asian investors as ‘rubbish’.
Saturday, 05/03/2022 | 10:09 GMT
by
Bilal Jafar
Institutional FX
HSBC Will Temporarily Shut Down Its Hong Kong Branches from 5 March
HSBC joins Citi and Bank of China's intentions to close its retail branches from Saturday.
Hong Kong extends its flight ban to 4 March 2022.
Wednesday, 23/02/2022 | 09:09 GMT
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Matti Williamson
Institutional FX
Hong Kong SFC Fines Citigroup’s Asia Subsidiary $44.68 Million
The company was accused of multiple regulatory lapses.
The management of the company is likely to face disciplinary actions.
Friday, 28/01/2022 | 09:41 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
News
Hong Kong Virtual Lender ZA Bank Gains Securities License
It has obtained a Type 1 license from the SFC.
It can now launch securities investment products.
Monday, 24/01/2022 | 12:01 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Executive Moves
HKEX Nominates Kerry Rooks as Its Chief People Officer
Rooks will report to Nicolas Aguzin, the CEO of HKEX.
She is taking over the role from Paul Choi, the current Group Head of HR
Tuesday, 04/01/2022 | 10:19 GMT
by
Tom Hazan
News
WeLab Announces Acquisition of Indonesia’s Bank Jasa Jakarta
The company aims to introduce its second digital bank in Asia.
Tuesday, 07/12/2021 | 10:06 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
Institutional FX
Hong Kong’s SFC Issues Restriction Notices on Ramp-and-Dump Scam Case
The authority suspects that around 17 trading accounts from two brokerage firms are involved.
Friday, 26/11/2021 | 16:37 GMT
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Felipe Erazo
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Hong Kong Central Bank Launches AML RegTech Platform
The platform will use Network Analytics to further curb the risks of money laundering.
Friday, 05/11/2021 | 13:34 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Brokers
UP Fintech Completes Acquisition of Hong Kong-Based Joy Securities
The brokerage operator is now eying to start services in Hong Kong.
Friday, 29/10/2021 | 10:23 GMT
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Arnab Shome
Brokers
Saxo Markets Secures Two New Licenses from Hong Kong Regulator
The new licenses will allow the broker to tap into the asset and wealth management business.
Monday, 25/10/2021 | 10:28 GMT
by
Arnab Shome
Institutional FX
SFC Imposes $5.5 Million Fine on Ample Capital Limited
The authority suspended the company’s responsible officer for IPO sponsor failures.
Monday, 18/10/2021 | 09:50 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
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