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Hong Kong regulator faces pressure to loosen stablecoin restrictions

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is facing pressure to expand its stablecoin rules, despite issuing initial licenses to banks. Industry experts feel the regulator’s cautious approach fell short of market expectations.

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