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Client asset protection: Hong Kong and UK considerations

People cross a street in a financial district July 25, 2025, in Hong Kong, China
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Clarissa Lam | Ocorian, Joanne Hui | Ocorian, Chloe Arnold-Martin | Ocorian

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Both sets of regulations aim to mitigate the loss of client money and assets through segregation.

On June 6, 2025, Hong Kong’s SFC issued a pivotal circular to Licensed Corporations focused on a review of internal controls for client asset protection. The circular underscores Hong Kong’s dedication to robust internal client asset safeguards, echoing well-established UK CASS compliance.  

The circular consolidates SFC findings

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