Hong Kong2026.11.07Odaily

Hong Kong SFC Plans to Restrict Unauthorized Entities From Using Terms Like "Crypto" and "Exchange"

• The SFC's proposal targets unauthorized firms using terms like "crypto" and "exchange" to imply regulatory legitimacy they do not have.
• The move is intended to curb investor confusion and reduce the risk of fraud linked to unlicensed virtual asset platforms operating in or targeting Hong Kong.
• The restriction would apply specifically to entities lacking SFC licensing or authorization, reinforcing Hong Kong's broader push to tighten oversight of its virtual asset market.