SFC joins global regulatory effort again to combat unlawful activities of Fininfluencers

On 24 April 2026,the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has joined 16 global regulators for the “Global Week of Action Against Unlawful Finfluencers,” an IOSCO-led initiative starting April 20, 2026, to disrupt illegal financial promotions. This coordinated effort addresses the systemic risk posed by unlicensed influencers operating across jurisdictional boundaries [...]

Report on “Navigating the Green Shift: Opportunities and the Evolving Landscape of Transition Finance

On 17 April 2026, the Hong Kong Institute for Monetary and Financial Research (HKIMR) released a comprehensive report, “Navigating the Green Shift,” analyzing the global transition finance ecosystem and Hong Kong’s strategic positioning. The study highlights significant market momentum, with 60% of surveyed stakeholders—ranging from financial institutions to multilateral organizations—already [...]

HKMA and HKAB establish Northern Metropolis Financial Advisory Taskforce

On 22nd April 2026,the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and The Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB) established the Northern Metropolis Financial Advisory Taskforce to spearhead financing solutions for Hong Kong’s strategic northern expansion. Comprising 15 leading financial institutions with extensive project finance expertise, the Taskforce serves as a collaborative [...]

HKEX Publishes Consultation Paper on Accelerated Settlement for Hong Kong Cash Market

On 17th April 2026, the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has formally released a Consultation Paper proposing the transition of the Hong Kong cash market to a T+1 settlement cycle, moving away from the longstanding T+2 standard. This strategic initiative, which follows an extensive market-wide dialogue initiated in [...]

HKEX Advances Index Ecosystem with Two Tech-Focused Benchmarks

On 13th April 2026, the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has strategically expanded its benchmark suite with the launch of two technology-focused indices: the HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index and the HKEX Tech & US Tech 100 Index. These additions are designed to bolster an exchange-led index ecosystem and [...]

Granting of stablecoin issuer licences

On 10th April 2026, The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has officially granted its inaugural stablecoin issuer licenses to Anchorpoint Financial Limited and HSBC, effective April 10, 2026. This landmark regulatory approval under the Stablecoins Ordinance signals a pivotal shift toward a regulated digital asset framework within the region. Both [...]

Opening Remarks at FiNETech7 on “Data Excellence for Intelligent Risk Management”

On 2 April 2026, Carmen Chu, the Executive Director of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), outlined a strategic pivot toward “Data Excellence for Intelligent Risk Management.” at the FiNETech flagship event. The central to this initiative is the transition from siloed, structured data governance to a comprehensive utilization of [...]

Harnessing the Power of Data Analytics in Compliance: Driving Efficiency and Effectiveness

In today’s complex business environment, organizations face a myriad of regulatory requirements and compliance challenges. Navigating the compliance maze can be a daunting task, but with the right strategies in place, organizations can unlock efficiency and effectiveness while ensuring adherence to relevant laws and re In the ever-evolving landscape of [...]

Navigating the Compliance Maze: Unlocking Efficiency and Effectiveness through Holistic Strategies

In today’s complex business environment, organizations face a myriad of regulatory requirements and compliance challenges. Navigating the compliance maze can be a daunting task, but with the right strategies in place, organizations can unlock efficiency and effectiveness while ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations. One such approach is the [...]

Quantifying social value impacts with measurement metrics

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