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Social media regulation in Hong Kong: An overview
1. Legal and enforcement framework 1.1 Which legislative and regulatory provisions govern social media in Hong Kong? The most relevant legislative and regulatory provisions in respect of social media are the following: 1.2 Which bodies are responsible for enforcing the applicable laws and regulations in the social…Read More
The Hong Kong Market Entry Playbook
Hong Kong has a long history as a business-friendly location and regional hub to access markets in China and the Asia Pacific region. In this article, we explain key points about Hong Kong as a regional and international business centre, and how to establish your…Read More
What you need to know about VATP regulation in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a virtual asset hub, with a number of Web3 businesses operating in and from Hong Kong or targeting the Hong Kong market. In this overview, Pádraig Walsh and Shirley Kong from the Fintech practice group of Tanner De Witt review the regulation…Read More
VATP regulation in Hong Kong: The VATP Guidelines
As part of its application for a virtual asset trading platform (VATP) licence in Hong Kong, the applicant must demonstrate full compliance with conditions and guidelines of the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC). This is required both to obtain the VATP licence, and then as…Read More
The regulatory framework for security token offerings in Hong Kong
On 2 November 2023, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) published two circulars that outlined and updated regulatory framework for security token offerings in Hong Kong. In this article, Pádraig Walsh, who leads our Fintech practice group, summarises the key points of these circulars and…Read More
AI Impact Assessments: A practical guide for businesses
As AI becomes broadly integrated into enterprise applications and adopted by businesses, impact assessments before the adoption of AI driven technology will be essential – whether as a requirement of law or as prudent risk management and awareness. In this article, we highlight key principles…Read More
Legal Update: PCPD investigation report on credit reference agency data subject complaint
In this snapshot legal update, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (“PCPD”) published an investigation report on 1 June 2023 concerning the TE Credit Reference System, developed by Softmedia Technology Company Limited (“Softmedia”) in January 2016. Softmedia was not a credit reference…Read More
The Chambers and Partners Greater China Region 2023 rankings are announced
Tanner De Witt is delighted once again to be recognised by Chambers & Partners in their inaugural 2023 Greater China Region Guide for each of its main practice areas. Please see full results and editorial commentary below. Corporate/M&A: Independent Hong Kong Firms (Band 2)Full ranking here. Tanner…Read More
The Legal 500 2023 rankings are announced for Asia-Pacific
Tanner De Witt is proud to again be recommended in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific Guide 2023 for employment, restructuring and insolvency, dispute resolution, technology, media, telecommunications (TMT), commercial, corporate and M&A, private client and family. Legal 500’s Hall of Fame includes Partners Ian De Witt and Robin Darton, while Pamela Mak and Russell Bennett are…Read More
Data Transfers: Hong Kong personal data importers and transfer impact assessments
When a Hong Kong personal data importer receives personal data from a data exporter in another location, it is becoming increasingly common for the data exporter to carry out an assessment of the levels of protection in Hong Kong available for the personal data and…Read More
Data Transfers: Protecting personal data by contractual means
The personal data protection regime in Hong Kong does not contain a statutory restriction on the transfer of personal data outside Hong Kong. However, this does not mean that there are no protections in respect of cross-border personal data transfers. In this article, Pádraig Walsh…Read More
Data Transfers: Frameworks for organising cross-border data transfers
There are serious legal consequences to a mishandled cross-border personal data transfer. In this article, Pádraig Walsh from our Data Privacy practice explores the steps a business should take when conducting an international data transfer process. Policy and process Good practice does not happen by…Read More
