Hong Kong Monetary Authority News

Hong Kong Monetary Authority selects ConsenSys for CBDC project

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has selected ConsenSys, a US-based blockchain company, to develop a central bank digital currency (CBDC) project.

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WeLab Bank launches virtual bank services

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BIS Innovation Hub to expand to new locations in Europe and North America

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PayMe sees massive increase in usage due to consumers shifting to online payments

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SFC fines Mega International Commercial Bank with almost EUR 850.000

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The Paypers, Innopay release white paper on the global state of play in Open Banking

The Paypers and Netherlands-based financial consultancy firm Innopay have released a white paper researching the latest developments in regulatory frameworks in key geographies.

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Open Banking - Global State of Play White Paper

Individual white paper containing all the latest updates to the Open Banking Global State of Play. Research conducted by The Paypers and Innopay

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20-30% of bank branches estimated close temporarily in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Monetary Authority has introduced measures to prevent coronavirus spread, predicting 20-30% of bank branches are expected to be closed temporarily.

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Hong Kong's ZA Bank offers 6% deposit rate, challenging incumbents

Hong-Kong-based challenger ZA Bank has announced its arrival with an introductory rate of 6% or higher for deposits.

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