HKMA Grants First Stablecoin Issuer Licenses to HSBC and Anchorpoint Financial
HKMA granted its first stablecoin issuer licenses to HSBC and Anchorpoint Financial on April 10, 2026, under the Stablecoins Ordinance.
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Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) to Issue First Stablecoin Licences in March
Hong Kong's HKMA to approve first stablecoin licenses in March, with limited approvals from 36 applicants focusing on reserves, risks, and user protections.