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Stablecoins Inspire Hope, and Hype, in Hong Kong

HONG KONG, JUL 29 – Hong Kong plans to grant only a handful of licences early 2026 under new regulations to ensure financial stability and innovation in its growing stablecoin market.

  • On Friday, August 1, 2025, the Stablecoins Ordinance takes effect in Hong Kong SAR, opening licensing applications under the HKMA’s new framework.
  • Amid a global crypto resurgence, Hong Kong's new regulations aim to position itself as an Asian crypto hub, with Rita Liu saying, "The opportunities are massive."
  • Ahead of August 1, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority released licensing procedures, notes, and two guidelines, stating only 'a handful' of licences will be granted, with applicants needing to demonstrate a feasible business plan.
  • Following procedure releases, industry players explored pegged models, with a few dozen interested institutions engaging, HKMA head Eddie Yue said last week.
  • Next year, the HKMA is likely to issue the first licences, urging applications before August 31 for feedback in a rolling process.
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Stablecoins inspire hope, and hype, in Hong Kong

Stablecoin excitement has gripped Hong Kong as the city prepares to launch a licensing system for the less volatile type of cryptocurrency, but authorities warn against overplaying its future role in financial systems.

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South China Morning Post broke the news in Hong Kong on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
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