Financial Services
Anchorpoint launches tokenised money programme with PwC Hong Kong
Anchorpoint launches tokenised money programme with PwC Hong Kong
TAP targets real-world use cases following the launch of the HKDAP stablecoin.
2 days ago
Hang Seng Biotech Index secures world-first warrant
Kenanga will launch Malaysia’s first warrant linked to the index.
3 days ago
Hong Kong forges gold market ties with Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s central bank eyes participation in HK’s precious metals operations.
3 days ago
Gov’t upsizes Silver Bond issuance to $55b on strong demand
A total of 476,703 valid applications were recorded by the subscription deadline.
3 days ago
Hong Kong and Dubai form working group to strengthen financial market ties
Their key initiatives include sustainable and Islamic finance.
3 days ago
Sohar International debuts Asia‑Pacific base in Hong Kong
The new base gives the Omani lender closer access to Mainland China and Asia.
Hong Kong tops green finance ranking as SEA firms seek cheaper funding
The city ranked ahead of Singapore, Shanghai, London, and New York.
Payment delays hit 40% of firms despite 2026 growth upgrade
Agrifood, construction, and energy firms reported customer defaults.
Customers use AI more than advisers in finance, McKinsey says
But four in five buyers still rely on human guidance for consequential choices.
Hong Kong pulls ahead of digital wallet shift; Singapore close behind
Wallets accounted for 41% of e-commerce value in the city.
China rules tighten scrutiny of outbound deals via Hong Kong
Law adds national security reviews for technology-heavy transactions.
HashKey Exchange brings Franklin Templeton’s tokenised fund to Asia
They will also expand tokenised products across markets and asset classes.
HK treasury tax reforms should take effect in 2026/27: PwC
PwC expects the changes to encourage more funds to flow into corporate treasury centres.
RedotPay uses stablecoins to cut cross-border payment costs
Its cards can be used at more than 130 million merchants globally.
Prop trading not eligible for carried interest tax concessions: Gov’t
Proposed regime covers eligible carried interest but excludes proprietary trading.
Hong Kong stablecoin licences test bank readiness
Banks must build on-chain compliance and custody capabilities whilst local-currency tokens search for viable use cases.
Silver Bonds worth $50b to be offered at 4.25% floor rate
Eligible residents can subscribe up to $1m under the three-year retail bond offer.
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