Regulatory Alerts2026-05-27
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Virtual asset-related activities in relation to relevant stablecoins issued by licensed stablecoin issuers
The Securities and Futures Commission issued this circular on 27 May 2026 to regulate virtual asset-related activities concerning relevant stablecoins issued by licensed stablecoin issuers. The document updates guidance for registered institutions and licensed corporations regarding the provision of dealing, advisory, and portfolio management services involving these specific digital assets. It aligns with recent regulatory updates on custodial services and financing for virtual asset dealing to ensure consistent compliance standards across the sector.
CIR
Current
Issue Date:
27 May 2026
20260527-2-EN.pdf (202.7 KB)
Topic:
Fintech - Virtual assets
Wealth Management & MPF - Securities/investment products
Group:
Registered Institutions
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Annex
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27 May 2026
Appendix A1 - Licensing or registration conditions and terms and conditions for licensed corporations or registered institutions providing virtual asset dealing services and virtual asset advisory services
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27 May 2026
Appendix A2 - Terms and conditions for licensed corporations or registered institutions which manage portfolios that invest in virtual assets
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30 Sep 2025
Supplemental joint circular on intermediaries’ virtual asset-related activities
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22 Dec 2023
Joint circular on intermediaries’ virtual asset-related activities
Annex
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27 May 2026
Appendix A1 - Licensing or registration conditions and terms and conditions for licensed corporations or registered institutions providing virtual asset dealing services and virtual asset advisory services
Annex
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27 May 2026
Appendix A2 - Terms and conditions for licensed corporations or registered institutions which manage portfolios that invest in virtual assets
CIR
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30 Sep 2025
Supplemental joint circular on intermediaries’ virtual asset-related activities
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22 Dec 2023
Joint circular on intermediaries’ virtual asset-related activities
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