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Core Viewpoint - The approval of virtual asset trading licenses for brokerage firms in Hong Kong marks a significant expansion into the digital finance market, allowing for the integration of virtual assets into diversified investment portfolios and innovative strategies [2][15]. Group 1: License Approvals and Market Impact - On July 14, 2023, China Merchants Jinling International became the first Chinese bank-affiliated brokerage to receive a virtual asset trading license from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission [2]. - Following the approval of licenses, brokerage stocks have experienced significant price increases, with China Merchants Jinling's stock rising over 4.43% on July 15, 2023, after the announcement [3]. - The approval of licenses has led to a surge in stablecoin concept stocks, with a notable 5.18% increase in this sector on the same day [3]. Group 2: Regulatory Framework and License Types - Hong Kong operates a dual-track licensing system for virtual assets, differentiating between security-type and non-security-type assets, with specific licenses required for various business models [5]. - As of July 2025, there are 11 licensed Virtual Asset Trading Platforms (VATPs) in Hong Kong, including OSL and HashKey, with a growing number of firms applying for licenses [6][8]. - By July 2025, 42 brokerages are expected to have upgraded their licenses to provide virtual asset trading services, while 37 firms will offer investment consulting for virtual assets [11]. Group 3: Market Growth and Future Prospects - The total market size for Real World Assets (RWA) has reached approximately $24.4 billion, with significant competition emerging in the stablecoin market as Hong Kong's policies continue to evolve [16][19]. - The "LEAP framework" proposed in the latest policy declaration aims to establish Hong Kong as a global digital asset innovation center, focusing on regulatory optimization, expanding tokenized product types, and fostering cross-sector collaboration [17][18]. - The ongoing trend of compliance in virtual assets is reshaping the non-bank financial industry, creating a collaborative ecosystem for asset issuance, circulation, management, and application [23].