Hong Kong finalizes licensing rules for virtual asset advisory and management firms
Hong Kong has finalized licensing rules for virtual asset advisory and management firms, aligning them with existing securities laws. The new regulations include specific capital requirements, with minimum paid-up capital set at HK$5 million. This move aims to enhance regulatory clarity and attract institutional investors to the crypto market in Hong Kong.
- ▪The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau and Securities and Futures Commission published consultation conclusions on licensing frameworks for virtual asset firms.
- ▪Entities will need a minimum paid-up capital of HK$5 million, with higher requirements for firms handling client assets.
- ▪The licensing architecture will align with Hong Kong's existing Securities and Futures Ordinance and will be introduced to the Legislative Council later in 2026.
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- ▪ Hong Kong advances virtual asset advisory and management rulemaking — The Block (Crypto)
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