HSBC (HSBA LN) and Standard Chartered (STAN LN) are expected to be the first companies granted a Hong Kong stablecoin licence in the next 2 weeks, SCMP reports citing sources

This development is significant as HSBC and Standard Chartered could set the precedent for stablecoin regulation in Hong Kong. The granting of licenses could facilitate broader adoption of digital currencies within the banking sector, impacting not just these institutions but the entire landscape for financial technology in the region. Additionally, it could influence market sentiment towards other banks and fintech companies seeking similar opportunities.