Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission is actively exploring the introduction of virtual asset derivative trading tailored for professional investors, as confirmed by Christopher Hui, the city’s Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury. This initiative aims to establish comprehensive risk management frameworks to safeguard market integrity and investor interests. According to industry analysts cited by China Times, the initial phase will likely focus on launching perpetual contracts for leading cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, aligning with global trends.
Drawing from international precedents, key financial entities including the Singapore Exchange (SGX), Coinbase, and the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) emphasize perpetual contracts as a pivotal product in the virtual asset derivatives landscape. Additionally, regulatory frameworks like the European MiFID II directive reinforce this strategic focus, underscoring the growing institutional acceptance of crypto derivatives within regulated markets.