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[Webinar] Overview of the Virtual Assets Regulatory Landscape in Hong Kong

Overview

This course offers a comprehensive understanding of the legal and regulatory aspects that govern virtual asset (VA) related activities in Hong Kong. It explores regulatory principles, definitions, and the associated risks with VAs and related products. Participants will gain insights into the various regulatory regimes pertaining to VA-related activities, including a detailed examination of the requirements, obligations, and potential regulatory consequences imposed on intermediaries.

Content

1. Regulatory perspective on VAs and VA-related products
2. Regulatory requirements of VA-related activities
3. Consequences of misconducts or non-compliance with VA Regulations

Who should attend

This course is primarily targeted at practitioners carrying out VA-related activities, asset managers, brokers and traders and sophisticated professional investors who may consider investing in virtual assets.

It is also applicable to senior management such as responsible officers, managers-in-charge, directors of the licensed corporations and financial institutions.

Speaker/Course Instructor

Rocky MUI
Rocky Mui is Partner at Clifford Chance who specialises in fund establishment, authorisation of funds, licensing and regulatory advice, PRC investment programs (QFI/Stock Connect/Bond Connect/CIBM Direct Access), cross-border mergers & acquisitions and general corporate related work.

Rocky also focuses on Tech / Fintech and has developed expertise in cryptocurrency/blockchain related matters.

Details

Code
TSBFT24001101
Date & Time
Monday, 20 May 2024 (1:00PM - 2:00PM)
Venue
Virtual Platform
Relevant Subject
Type 1 - Dealing in securities
Type 4 - Advising on securities
Type 9 - Asset management
Regulatory Compliance
Language
English
Hours
SFC:1.00, PWMA:1.00