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HKMA Issues First Stablecoin Issuer Licences
On 10 April 2026, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (the HKMA) confirmed that it has granted the first two stablecoin issuer licences under the Hong Kong Stablecoins Ordinance (Cap. 566), in effect since July 2025, to Anchorpoint Financial Limited and The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC). The licences took effect immediately. The HKMA’s Register of Licensed Stablecoin Issuers now lists these two Hong Kong-licensed stablecoin issuers.
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Re-domicile Your Company to Hong Kong
Thinking of moving your company to Hong Kong?
Companies incorporated outside Hong Kong can re-domicile to Hong Kong under a new statutory regime introduced in 2025. This means eligible foreign companies can transfer their incorporation to Hong Kong and continue as if originally formed in Hong Kong —without the need to wind up or re-incorporate.
Why re-domicile to Hong Kong?
Hong Kong offers a robust legal framework, world-class financial infrastructure, and unrivalled access to Asian and global markets. Hong Kong’s re-domiciliation regime makes it easier than ever to establish a corporate presence in this premier international business hub.
Charltons can help.
Our team provides full legal support throughout the re-domiciliation process—from jurisdictional due diligence and structuring advice to preparing required
documentation and liaising with regulators. Whether you’re a private or public, we offer seamless end-to-end service.
- Eligibility Assessment
- Legal Opinions & Company Documents
- Registrar Filings
- Post-registration Compliance
Contact us today for a confidential consultation and take the next step in your international growth journey.
Overview of Virtual Assets Law & Regulation 2025
Read an overview of virtual assets law and regulation in over 20 jurisdictions:
Mauritius, Seychelles, Hong Kong, Singapore, Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin
Islands, Cayman Islands, Grenada, St. Kitts & Nevis, Estonia, Isle of Man, Gibraltar, Guernsey,
Jersey, Malta, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Dubai (UAE) and Qatar.
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9 Apr, 2026
Required Standards of Sponsor Work on Hong Kong IPOS and HKEX's Consultation on Reforms to Increase Competitiveness
2 Mar, 2026
Recording of the webinar on Hong Kong Stablecoin Regulation: Part 2
23 Feb, 2026
Recording of the webinar on Hong Kong Stablecoin Regulation: Part 1
20 Feb, 2026