Institutional Crypto Uptake and Regulatory Clarity in Hong Kong

Recent developments show that Asia’s elite family offices and high-net-worth investors are allocating approximately 5% of their portfolios to cryptocurrencies, notably Bitcoin, driven by impressive pe...

Institutional Capital Embraces Crypto in Hong Kong

Recent developments show that Asia’s elite family offices and high-net-worth investors are allocating approximately 5% of their portfolios to cryptocurrencies, notably Bitcoin, driven by impressive performance and renewed confidence. 

CMB International Launches Hong Kong’s First Licensed 24/7 Crypto Trading Platform

On August 18, 2025, CMB International, a subsidiary of China Merchants Bank, introduced Hong Kong’s inaugural around-the-clock crypto trading platform. It holds SFC Type 1 and Type 7 licences and operates under strict KYC/AML provisions within the new stablecoin regime. The platform collaborates with OKX and tokenized money market funds via HK‑Singapore programs to enhance liquidity and institutional access. 

Hong Kong Issues Digital Asset Policy Statement 2.0 with LEAP Framework

At the end of June, Hong Kong rolled out “Digital Asset Policy Statement 2.0,” introducing the LEAP framework—Legal streamlining, Expansion of tokenized products, Advancement of real-world use cases, and Partner-driven collaboration—to guide digital asset service development. 

DogPay: Empowering Compliant Crypto Payments Amid Institutional and Regulatory Momentum

Amid Hong Kong’s shift toward institutional crypto markets and clarified regulation, DogPay stands out as an enabler of compliant, efficient digital asset infrastructure:

• Safe Infrastructure for Institutional Capital: Facilitates regulated crypto transaction and settlement channels for professional investors and family offices.

• API-First Integration: Enables seamless connectivity with platforms like CMB for account, payment, and asset operations integration.

• Aligned with LEAP-Driven Innovation: Ready to deploy innovative use cases—such as stablecoins and tokenized funds—within Hong Kong’s regulatory roadmap.

As Hong Kong aligns innovation with policy, DogPay functions as the practical architect of a compliant crypto payment ecosystem.