Entries by Tony Chan

Regulatory News (Mar 2024)

SFC warns public of BitForex for suspected virtual asset-related fraud SFC warns public of suspicious websites impersonating licensed virtual asset trading platforms Green Fintech Map launch showcases Hong Kong’s edge in sustainable finance SFC reminds public VATP application period has ended under transitional arrangements

Regulatory News (Feb 2024)

SFC regulatory symposium fosters a more connected Asia-Pacific New speech by Julia Leung: Closing remarks at SFC Regional Securities Regulatory Leadership Symposium SFC warns public of suspicious crypto-related product “Yieldnodes.com masternode pool” New speech by Julia Leung: Moderator’s remarks at SFC Regional Securities Regulatory Leadership Symposium New speech by Tim Lui: Welcoming remarks at SFC […]

Regulatory News (Jan 2024)

Suspected core syndicate member charged in ramp-and dump case SFC and National Financial Regulatory Administration top management meet in Hong Kong SFC warns public of suspicious crypto-related products “Floki Staking Program” and “TokenFi Staking Program” SFC cautions public against impersonators of SFC CEO SFC issues guidance to eligible licensed corporations on participation in Wealth Management […]

Regulatory News (Dec 2023)

SFC suspends Hau Bing Leung for 15 months Market Misconduct Tribunal sanctions Mayer Holdings Limited and its former senior management for late disclosure of inside information SFC warns public of unauthorised investment product named EAsyGOld Trend and EAsyGOld Plus SFC warns public of LonShiX and Bitbank (Global) Financial Holding Group for suspected virtual asset-related fraud […]

Regulatory News (Nov 2023)

SFC and CSRC hold high-level enforcement cooperation meeting and joint training Hong Kong to launch China treasury bond futures SFC commences legal proceedings against AMTD Global Markets Limited and its former executives for non-compliance in IPO-related investigations SFC commences legal proceedings against First Credit Finance Group Limited, its former directors and de facto director SFC […]

Regulatory News (Oct 2023)

SFC consults further on proposed amendments for implementing an uncertificated securities market Court of Final Appeal unanimously dismisses appeal by suspected overseas manipulators SFC supports and sponsors the development of an industry-led voluntary code of conduct for ESG ratings and data products providers Court extends cut-off date for Maxim Fund investors to make claims by […]

Regulatory News (Sep 2023)

SFAT affirms SFC decision to ban Calvin Choi Chi Kin for two years SFC publishes lists of virtual asset trading platforms New speech by Christopher Wilson: Speech at Directors’ Symposium of the Hong Kong Institute of Directors Enhancements to the Cross-boundary Wealth Management Connect Pilot Scheme Strengthening Financial Market Connectivity in the GBA SFC-HKMA joint product […]

Regulatory News (Aug 2023)

SFC and ICAC conduct joint operation against suspected market manipulation syndicate and Restriction Notices issued by the SFC to six brokers to freeze client accounts Regulators conclude consultation on revising OTC derivative Clearing Rules SFC concludes consultation on risk management guidelines for futures dealing activities SFC issues quarterly report SFC reprimands and fines China Industrial […]

Regulatory News (Jul 2023)

SFC welcomes licence and registration applications from depositaries of public funds Court convicted and fined Cheung Wing Hung for unlicensed activity SFC welcomes IOSCO endorsement of new sustainability disclosure standards SFC publishes review of SEHK’s performance in regulating listing matters New synopsis: Julia Leung’s keynote discussion at HKICPA’s CPA Congress SFC and AFRC join forces […]