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Hong Kong Hands Stablecoin Keys to HSBC and a StanChart JV

Hong Kong's greenlit its first stablecoin issuers: HSBC and a joint venture packing Standard Chartered, Animoca Brands, and HKT. Big banks dipping toes into crypto—skeptical eyes watching who pockets the real gains.

Fintech Dose Apr 11, 2026 4 min read 10 views
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HSBC and Anchorpoint logos with Hong Kong skyline and stablecoin icons

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • HSBC and Anchorpoint are Hong Kong's pioneer stablecoin issuers under strict HKMA rules. 𝕏
  • Banks stand to profit most from reserve yields and compliance moats, not retail users. 𝕏
  • HK aims to rival Singapore as Asia's regulated crypto hub amid China's crackdown. 𝕏
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Originally reported by The Block

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