Hong Kong Monetary Authority expects to issue first stablecoin licenses in March
HKMA Chief Executive Eddie Yue announced the first stablecoin issuer licenses are expected in March. Only a small number of firms will receive initial approval.
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HKMA Chief Executive eddie yue announced on Monday that the regulator expects to issue its first batch of stablecoin issuer licences in March. Speaking at a Legislative Council meeting and a subsequent media briefing in Hong Kong 
HK, eddie yue stated that the review process for applications is nearing completion. This development marks the first time the Hong Kong Monetary Authority will grant such permits to digital asset companies within the territory.
HK, eddie yue stated that the review process for applications is nearing completion. This development marks the first time the Hong Kong Monetary Authority will grant such permits to digital asset companies within the territory.
