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Hong Kong targets end-2026 deadline for comprehensive crypto licensing bill

Hong Kong officials have reaffirmed plans to introduce a draft licensing bill by the end of 2026, establishing regulatory frameworks for digital asset trading, custody, advisory, and management services.

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Hong Kong officials plan to introduce legislation by the end of 2026 to build out the city's virtual asset regulatory framework, according to reports from CoinDesk, Cointelegraph, and Crypto Briefing. Regulators aim to submit a draft bill establishing a licensing regime focused on four primary service categories: digital asset trading, custody, advisory, and management services.[4][5][3]

Bitcoin Magazine similarly reported that Hong Kong intends to bring forward legislation to license buying, holding, and managing Bitcoin and broader digital assets. Graphics accompanying its broadcast reiterated that the incoming framework will establish rules specifically spanning trading, custody, and advisory activities.[1][2]

Key facts

  • Hong Kong officials announced plans to submit a draft bill to establish a virtual asset licensing regime by the end of 2026.
  • The proposed regulatory regime covers four core business categories: digital asset trading, custody, advisory, and management services.
  • Bitcoin Magazine reported that the legislation will establish licensing frameworks for buying, holding, and managing Bitcoin and digital assets.

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  1. BM

    Bitcoin Magazine@BitcoinMagazinePost on X 路

    JUST IN: 馃嚟馃嚢 Hong Kong plans to introduce legislation this year to establish licensing for buying, holding, and managing Bitcoin and digital assets 馃憦 https://t.co/8BuZ2E3OrZ

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  2. BM

    Bitcoin Magazine@BitcoinMagazinePost on X 路

    JUST IN: 馃嚟馃嚢 Hong Kong plans to introduce legislation this year to establish licensing for buying, holding, and managing Bitcoin & digital assets 馃憦 https://t.co/qfavn8qfsF

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  3. CB

    Crypto BriefingArticle 路

    Hong Kong government reaffirms end-2026 deadline for crypto licensing bill Hong Kong's crypto licensing deadline could reshape the digital asset landscape, impacting global regulatory standards and market dynamics. The post Hong Kong government reaffirms end-2026 deadline for crypto licensing bill appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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  4. CO

    CoinDesk@CoinDeskPost on X 路

    JUST IN: Hong Kong announces plans to submit a draft bill this year to establish a licensing regime for virtual asset trading, custody, advisory and management services. https://t.co/hFNSWhHswS

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  5. CT

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    Hong Kong officials double down on end-2026 deadline for crypto licensing bill Hong Kong regulators plan to establish a licensing regime for four categories, including digital asset trading, custody, advisory and management services.

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