Unlicensed virtual asset trading platforms in Hong Kong face potential criminal charges as warned by the Securities and Futures Commission.
The Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong issued a notice about unlicensed virtual asset trading platforms “engaging in improper practices,” warning of potential criminal charges.certain trading firms had falsely claimed to have submitted applications for licenses in Hong Kong. The securities regulator said should the companies actually apply to operate legally in the special administrative region, it would consider any false statements as well as possible criminal charges.
Aug. 7 notice from Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission. Source: Securities and Futures Commission via Facebook According to the SFC, some unlicensed crypto trading platforms in Hong Kong set up new entities, claiming to have submitted applications to the securities regulator. However, “the services and products offered by some of these new entities may not be in compliance with the legal and regulatory requirements”“These established entities will also need to apply for SFC licences or they should proceed to close their business in Hong Kong,” said the financial watchdog.
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