Digital Assets & Virtual Assets
Legal insights on virtual asset regulation, VASP licensing, RWA tokenisation, and Web3 in Hong Kong.
Token Launches and ICOs in Hong Kong: Legal and Regulatory Framework
A comprehensive guide to the legal and regulatory framework for token launches, initial coin offerings (ICOs), and token generating events in Hong Kong, covering the SFC's approach to securities analysis, utility tokens, compliance requirements, and best practices.
Regulatory Sandbox Programmes in Hong Kong: FinTech and Virtual Asset Innovation
A guide to Hong Kong's regulatory sandbox programmes for fintech and virtual asset innovators, covering the HKMA Fintech Supervisory Sandbox, SFC Regulatory Sandbox, and IA Insurtech Sandbox, including eligibility, application procedures, and practical guidance.
Cryptocurrency Exchange Licensing in Hong Kong: The VASP Regime Explained
A comprehensive guide to the mandatory licensing regime for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in Hong Kong, covering SFC requirements, eligibility criteria, compliance obligations, and the transition framework for existing cryptocurrency exchanges.
Blockchain and Smart Contracts: Legal Framework and Enforceability in Hong Kong
A practical guide to the legal treatment of blockchain technology and smart contracts under Hong Kong law, covering contract formation and validity, liability for code errors, regulatory considerations, and key issues for businesses deploying blockchain solutions.
Web3 and NFT Law in Hong Kong: Rights for Creators, Collectors, and Platforms
A legal guide to NFTs and Web3 in Hong Kong, covering intellectual property rights in NFTs, smart contract enforceability, marketplace liability, secondary royalties, money laundering risks, and the regulatory treatment of NFT platforms.
Real World Asset (RWA) Tokenisation in Hong Kong: Legal Framework and Regulatory Considerations
A detailed guide to the legal and regulatory framework for real world asset (RWA) tokenisation in Hong Kong, covering SFC circulars, Project Ensemble, structuring options, security token treatment, and compliance requirements.
Security Token Offerings in Hong Kong: A Legal and Regulatory Guide
A legal and regulatory guide to Security Token Offerings (STOs) in Hong Kong: SFC framework, security token classification, prospectus requirements, intermediary licensing, tokenised bonds and funds, and practical compliance checklist.
