香港稳定币今日开闸，业内人士：5年左右将逐渐取代SWIFT

Group 1: Regulatory Framework - Hong Kong's "Stablecoin Ordinance" officially implemented on August 1, allowing institutions to apply for licenses [1] - The ordinance requires a minimum capital of 25 million HKD and mandates 100% asset backing for stablecoins [1][10] - Issuers must ensure that stablecoins are redeemable at face value within one working day, addressing investor protection concerns [10] Group 2: Market Dynamics - As of June 2023, the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies exceeded 3 trillion USD, with stablecoins reaching approximately 260 billion USD, a growth of over 40 times since 2020 [2] - Stablecoins have become essential for internal transactions in the cryptocurrency market due to restrictions on fiat and crypto exchanges [2] - The demand for stablecoins is expected to grow significantly, particularly in cross-border payments and gaming sectors [5][19] Group 3: Technological and Operational Aspects - Stablecoins are built on public blockchain technology, with Ethereum and TRON being the most prominent platforms [3] - Financial institutions like JPMorgan and major credit card companies have already integrated stablecoin solutions into their operations [3] Group 4: Future Outlook - Industry expert predicts that within five years, compliant stablecoins will gradually replace SWIFT for peer-to-peer payments, leading to significant changes in the financial system [19] - The development of stablecoins is seen as a strategy to bolster the dominance of the US dollar in the global economy [17][18]