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Hong Kong Grants Crypto License to Victory Fintech, Expands Regulated Digital Asset Market

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has granted a cryptocurrency trading license to Victory Fintech, a publicly listed financial services company. This marks the first such license issued since June 2025, bringing the total number of licensed crypto trading platforms in Hong Kong to 12. The city introduced a strict crypto licensing regime in 2023, requiring all virtual asset trading platforms to obtain SFC approval. Due to stringent compliance requirements, major global exchanges like OKX and Bybit withdrew their applications in 2024. Unlicensed operations have been treated as a criminal offense since June 2024. Regulators are gradually expanding permitted crypto services, now allowing licensed brokers to offer virtual asset margin financing—initially only with BTC and ETH as collateral—and perpetual contracts to professional investors under strict guidelines. Hong Kong aims to balance innovation with investor protection, maintaining a tightly controlled regulatory environment. Future plans include introducing draft legislation in 2026 to regulate crypto advisory services. Currently, no stablecoin issuers have been approved by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority.

TheNewsCrypto02/17 09:44

Hong Kong Grants Crypto License to Victory Fintech, Expands Regulated Digital Asset Market

TheNewsCrypto02/17 09:44

Hong Kong Unveils New Rules To Allow Crypto Margin Financing And Perpetual Contracts

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has introduced new rules allowing licensed virtual asset brokers to offer crypto margin financing and perpetual contracts to professional investors. Under the ASPIRe roadmap's Pillar P, eligible clients with strong credit and sufficient collateral can use Bitcoin and Ether as collateral for margin trading. The move aims to enhance market liquidity, provide risk management tools, and strengthen Hong Kong's position as a global virtual asset hub. The SFC emphasized the need for robust risk controls, as these products carry distinct risks. Executive Director Eric Yip stated that these measures are part of a broader strategy to cultivate market depth and investor confidence through regulated innovation.

bitcoinist02/12 09:02

Hong Kong Unveils New Rules To Allow Crypto Margin Financing And Perpetual Contracts

bitcoinist02/12 09:02

Hong Kong to Allow Institutional Crypto Perpetual Futures Under New Rules

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is set to introduce a new regulatory framework allowing licensed trading platforms to offer cryptocurrency perpetual futures contracts. Initially limited to institutional investors, these contracts enable traders to speculate on crypto prices without an expiry date. Platforms must demonstrate robust risk management and disclosure practices. Brokers will be permitted to use Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral for client financing, subject to strict credit standards. The SFC is also implementing measures to prevent conflicts of interest, requiring exchanges to separate market-making activities into independent units. This cautious, step-by-step approach aims to balance innovation with credibility, attract global institutions, and enhance liquidity while prioritizing transparency and risk management.

TheNewsCrypto02/11 09:36

Hong Kong to Allow Institutional Crypto Perpetual Futures Under New Rules

TheNewsCrypto02/11 09:36

Interpretation of Hong Kong's New Virtual Asset Licensing Regulations: Joint Announcement by Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau and SFC Declares Entry into the 'Full Licensing' Era

Hong Kong's Financial Services and Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) have jointly issued a consultation conclusion and launched a new public consultation, marking a significant step towards a comprehensive licensing regime for virtual asset (VA) activities. The new framework expands beyond the existing Anti-Money Laundering Ordinance (AMLO) requirements for Virtual Asset Trading Platforms (VATPs) to establish mandatory licensing for VA trading, custody, advisory, and asset management services. Key measures include: - **VA Trading Services**: Defined similarly to "Type 1 regulated activity (dealing in securities)" under the SFO. Licensees must meet capital requirements (HK$5 million paid-up capital, HK$3 million liquid capital) and must use SFC-regulated custodians, separating trading and custody. - **VA Custody Services**: Standalone custodians require higher capital (HK$10 million paid-up capital) and must adhere to strict operational standards for cold/hot wallet storage, private key management, and independent audits. - **New Proposed Licenses**: A one-month consultation introduces licensing for "VA advisory services" (providing investment advice on VAs) and "VA asset management" (managing VA portfolios), with no minimum threshold exemptions, closing regulatory gaps. This shift to a "fully licensed" era aims to build institutional trust by imposing traditional financial standards, enhancing investor protection, and creating a regulated ecosystem. However, challenges include compliance costs for smaller players, potential capital outflow, and the need for regulatory capacity to handle applications and technical oversight. Market participants must immediately assess their services against the new classifications, begin licensing preparations, and integrate compliance into their long-term competitive strategy, including potential tax implications and reporting requirements. The landscape may evolve towards integrated full-service groups and specialized niche providers.

marsbit01/30 07:28

Interpretation of Hong Kong's New Virtual Asset Licensing Regulations: Joint Announcement by Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau and SFC Declares Entry into the 'Full Licensing' Era

marsbit01/30 07:28

Hong Kong to Issue First Stablecoin Licences in Early 2025

Hong Kong is set to issue its first batch of stablecoin licences in the first quarter of 2025, as part of its strategy to become a regional hub for digital assets. Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced the plan at the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasizing the city’s responsible and sustainable approach to crypto regulation. The licensing regime, introduced last year, imposes strict requirements on stablecoin issuers, including rules on reserve backing, governance, and risk management. This initiative is part of a broader effort to build a comprehensive digital asset ecosystem, which also includes licensed trading platforms and tokenised financial products. Hong Kong has already licensed 11 virtual asset trading platforms, including OSL and HashKey, and is advancing in tokenisation through initiatives like Project Ensemble. Meanwhile, regulators are developing additional proposals for licensing crypto-related services, though concerns have been raised about potential compliance costs affecting traditional asset managers.

TheNewsCrypto01/21 10:55

Hong Kong to Issue First Stablecoin Licences in Early 2025

TheNewsCrypto01/21 10:55

Hong Kong Industry Group Pushes Back on Tougher Crypto Manager Rules

A Hong Kong securities industry group, the HKSFPA, has criticized key parts of the city's proposed regulatory framework for virtual asset management. The group warns that the plan could deter traditional asset managers from gaining exposure to cryptocurrencies. A major point of contention is the removal of the existing 10% threshold, which currently allows Type 9 licensed managers to allocate a small portion of a fund to crypto without a full license. The proposed rules would require a full virtual asset license for any crypto allocation, which the HKSFPA calls disproportionate and costly. The group also raised concerns that proposed custody rules, requiring assets to be held only with SFC-licensed custodians, would disrupt venture capital and early-stage token investing, as many local custodians do not support such assets. The feedback highlights the industry's desire for risk-commensurate regulation rather than a one-size-fits-all approach that could hinder Hong Kong's ambitions to become a crypto hub.

TheNewsCrypto01/20 11:05

Hong Kong Industry Group Pushes Back on Tougher Crypto Manager Rules

TheNewsCrypto01/20 11:05

Hong Kong proceeds with licensing regimes for virtual asset dealers and custodians

Hong Kong regulators are moving forward with new licensing requirements for cryptocurrency dealers and custodians following the conclusion of consultations. The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) announced the decision, which is part of a broader effort to strengthen oversight of the digital asset sector. This builds on the city’s existing regulatory framework, which already mandates licensing for crypto trading platforms and recently enacted a stablecoin licensing regime. Hong Kong aims to position itself as a trusted crypto hub with comprehensive regulations covering stablecoins, tokenization, and now dealer and custody services. Separately, the SFC also launched a consultation for licensing crypto advisory and management service providers, linking the proposals to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing rules.

cointelegraph12/24 14:09

Hong Kong proceeds with licensing regimes for virtual asset dealers and custodians

cointelegraph12/24 14:09

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