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November Regulatory Round-up: Strict HK regs limit crypto and SPAC activities for FOs; Tighter AML rules affect PB client onboarding; FI executives’ take on China’s “common prosperity” drive

In this round-up: Hong Kong’s strict reg environment limits crypto and SPAC activities for FOs; Tighter AML rules affect PB ...

6 December 2021

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Tightening AML rules take a toll on client onboarding at private banks

Stricter anti-money laundering (AML) measures — such as the requirement to identify the client's source of wealth/source of funds (SOW/SOF) ...

22 November 2021

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November Regulatory Round-up: Strict HK regs limit crypto and SPAC activities for FOs; Tighter AML rules affect PB client onboarding; FI executives’ take on China’s “common prosperity” drive

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Northbound investors make up bulk of trades in first month of GBA WMC

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Tightening AML rules take a toll on client onboarding at private banks

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HKMA recognises use of proper conduct KPIs in setting bonuses paid in front offices

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Hong Kong’s financial hub status is bullet-proof until the RMB is fully convertible: John Woods of Credit Suisse

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China’s common prosperity drive could prompt inflows into Hong Kong and Singapore: Value Partners co-chairman

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October Regulatory Round-up: Ambiguity remains after GBA WM Connect launch; PWM firms spend most reg resources on suitability compliance; Hong Kong eyes tax concessions to boost FO appeal

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Regulatory “cocoon” and China crackdown may hit Hong Kong’s prospects as crypto-trading hub

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Tighter regulations in China hasten fintech consolidation, but opportunities remain: Gregory Gibb, co-CEO Lufax

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Hong Kong in “unique position” for GBA fintech industry but challenges lie ahead: HK Fintech Week

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Hong Kong’s SPAC framework may be a challenge for family offices: Citi

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Banks roll out services for “game changer” WM Connect scheme after HKMA nod

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GBA Wealth Management Connect raises questions over cross-border marketing

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UBS WM subsidiary in Shenzhen gets regulatory green light for fund distribution

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September regulatory round-up: WM Connect and Southbound Bond Connect launched; International FIs expand in China; HK and S’pore regulators issue SPAC listing rules

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Hong Kong considers tax concessions to boost family office appeal

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Despite clarifications, most PWM firms deem Professional Investor rules complex: PWM Report 2021

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Research on central bank digital currency lends hope to smoother cross border transactions