The document covers:
- Comments received and SFC responses;
- Implementation timetable for VATP Guidelines and AML Guidelines;
- Final form of the revised Guidelines for VATP Operators;
- Final form of the revised Guideline on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (For Licensed Corporations and SFC-licensed Virtual Asset Service Providers); and
- Final form of the revised Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Guideline issued by the SFC for Associated Entities of Licensed Corporations and SFC-licensed Virtual Asset Service Providers.
Relevant firms operating in Hong Kong can read the SFC’s conclusions to keep up to date with regulatory developments.