All stablecoin issuers in Hong Kong must obtain licenses from the HKMA under the new Stablecoins Bill.
License requirements include adhering to strict AML and reserve compliance measures, maintaining adequate reserves, and segregating client assets from company funds.
Licensed firms are the only ones allowed to advertise stablecoins to prevent misleading promotions and scams.
The regulation aims to align with global best practices, promoting a healthy ecosystem for digital assets while addressing the increasing crypto adoption in Hong Kong.