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    Asian Suppliers Alert: Conflict Minerals Disclosure Requirements

    On 22 August 2012, the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission adopted a final rule pursuant to the directives of the 2010 Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Mayer Brown
    Mayer Brown
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    New Listing Regime For Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) In Hong Kong

    In line with The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited's (HKSE) strategy to maintain Hong Kong's status as a competitive international financial centre that can continue to attract Greater China...
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Appleby
Appleby
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    Regulatory Minefield: What Is On The Regulators' Recent Agenda

    The Hong Kong market is presently faced with an increase in mainland private enterprises listing on the local exchange, resulting in shell planting and volatility in stock prices in the Growth Enterprise Market (the "GEM").
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Clyde & Co
    Clyde & Co
  • Article

    SFC V Wong Wai Kwong & Ors – Court Rejects SFC's Attempt To Obtain Compensation Orders Against Directors

    The SFC's case was that the Directors misapplied funds belonging to the Company and its subsidiaries which resulted in approximately HK$2.55 billion of receivables due to the Company which were irrecoverable.
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Mayer Brown
    Mayer Brown
  • Article

    Casting The Regulatory Net Over Virtual Assets – HK's SFC Finalises New Regulatory Framework For Virtual Asset Trading Platforms

    On 6 November 2019, Hong Kong's Security and Futures Commission (SFC) issued a position paper setting out a new regulatory framework for the licensing of centralised virtual asset trading ...
    Hong KongFinance and Banking
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
  • Article

    D&O Insurance In Hong Kong: What To Know In The Event Of SFC Enforcement Action

    Directors and officers liability insurance ("D&O insurance") can help to ensure that directors and other officers of companies listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Stock...
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Timothy Loh LLP
    Timothy Loh LLP
  • Article

    The Securities And Futures Appeals Tribunal: Challenging SFC Disciplinary Decisions

    The Securities and Futures Appeals Tribunal is the tribunal responsible for hearing appeals from SFC disciplinary decisions
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Timothy Loh LLP
    Timothy Loh LLP
  • Article

    SFO, S. 300: Fraudulent & Deceptive Conduct Provisions To Combat Insider Dealing And Other Misconduct

    Proceedings currently before Hong Kong courts will determine whether and how regulators can use anti-fraud provisions of section 300 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance ("SFC")...
    Hong KongCriminal Law
    Timothy Loh LLP
    Timothy Loh LLP
  • Article

    Hong Kong FSTB And SFC Consult On Regulatory Regimes For Virtual Asset Dealers And Custodians

    On June 27, 2025, the Hong Kong Financial Services and Treasury Bureau and the Securities and Futures Commission jointly published two consultation papers on legislative proposals regulating virtual assets dealers and custodians.
    Hong KongFinance and Banking
    Davis Polk & Wardwell
    Davis Polk & Wardwell
  • Article

    Listing Rules Amendments To Codify General Waivers And Principles Relating To IPOs And Listed Issuers

    After considering the comments received, the Stock Exchange decided not to proceed with the proposed amendment.
    Hong KongFinance and Banking
    ONC Lawyers
    ONC Lawyers
  • Article

    Criminal Liability For Auditors - Who’s Next?

    The Companies Bill recently passed in the Legislative Council renders auditors criminally liable if they knowingly or recklessly omit certain information from their reports.
    Hong KongInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-Structuring
    Mayer Brown
    Mayer Brown
  • Article

    Changes Make Hong Kong OFCs The Ideal Choice For Hedge Funds

    At the same time, these changes allow brokerage firms to act as custodians, thus allowing hedge funds to use their prime brokers as custodians.
    Hong KongFinance and Banking
    Timothy Loh LLP
    Timothy Loh LLP
  • Article

    Hong Kong Starts Accepting SPAC Applications On January 1, 2022

    On 17 December 2020, the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong ("HKEX") published its conclusions to the consultation paper on the new listing regime for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies ("SPACs").
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Winston Taylor
    Winston Taylor
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    Hong Kong Stock Exchange Proposes Prudent Approach On SPACs

    In its latest consultation paper on special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the Exchange) has proposed to adopt a prudent approach on ...
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Mayer Brown
    Mayer Brown
  • Article

    Hong Kong To Introduce Volatility Control Mechanism And A New Closing Auction Session In 2016

    This Consultation Paper seeks views and comments from all interested parties regarding the proposed introduction of a Volatility Control Mechanism (VCM) in the securities and derivatives markets...
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Mayer Brown
    Mayer Brown
  • Article

    Latest Legal Development In Hong Kong Privatisation Scheme

    Parties seeking to use a scheme of arrangement to privatise a Hong Kong incorporated company under the Takeovers Code should note the High Court of Hong Kong SAR judgment regarding Chong Hing Bank Limited ...
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Mayer Brown
    Mayer Brown
  • Article

    Update On Discussions On The Inland Revenue Ordinance Unified Funds Exemption

    The Inland Revenue (Profits Tax Exemption Amendment) Bill aims to amend the Inland Revenue Ordinance to create a tax exemption for hedge funds and private equity funds.
    Hong KongFinance and Banking
    Timothy Loh LLP
    Timothy Loh LLP
  • Article

    The Hong Kong Securities And Futures Commission ("SFC") New Regulatory Guideline For Reducing & Mitigating Hacking Risks Associated With The Trading Of Securities & Futures On The Internet

    The SFC has always had in place a Code of Practice for Persons licensed or registered with the SFC and all licensed entities are required to follow the guidelines ...
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)
    Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)
  • Article

    Hong Kong SFC Continues To Advance ASPIRe Roadmap With Latest Guidance For Virtual Asset Trading Platforms

    The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) recently published new guidance to licensed virtual asset trading platforms (VATPs) to enable them to tap global liquidity and broaden...
    Hong KongCorporate/Commercial Law
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
  • Article

    Casting The Regulatory Net Over Virtual Assets – SFC Finalises New Regulatory Framework For Virtual Asset Trading Platforms

    On 6 November 2019, the Security and Futures Commission (SFC) issued a position paper setting out a new regulatory framework ...
    Hong KongTechnology
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
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