Hong Kong jurisdiction
Overview
Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, operating under the 'one country, two systems' principle. It is a major global financial centre with a common law legal system and a separate customs territory.
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Hong Kong connects to 50 tracked entities, most strongly to Securities and Futures Commission (Hong Kong), HKMA, Hk Vasp AMLo.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 10 of 50 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
governs | Securities and Futures Commission (Hong Kong) | 99% |
operates_in | HKMA | 95% |
applies_in | Hk Vasp AMLo | 95% |
governs | Hong Kong Stablecoins Ordinance | 92% |
hosts | Securities and Futures Commission (Hong Kong) | 85% |
hosts | HKMA | 85% |
hosts | Clearpool | 85% |
hosts | Hong Kong Monetary Authority | 85% |
hosts | Hex Trust | 85% |
hosts | Animoca Brands | 85% |
In-depth guides on Hong Kong
Frequently asked questions
What type of jurisdiction is Hong Kong?
Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, operating under the 'one country, two systems' principle. It is a major global financial centre with a common law legal system and a separate customs territory.
Which regulatory bodies and laws govern Hong Kong's crypto sector?
Hong Kong governs the Securities and Futures Commission (Hong Kong) and the Hong Kong Stablecoins Bill. The HK Vasp AMLo also applies in Hong Kong.
What entities are headquartered in Hong Kong?
Entities headquartered in Hong Kong include ChinaAMC Bitcoin ETF, Accumulus GBA Technology, Animoca Brands, and Auros.