Group 1 - Ant Group issued a statement denying rumors about collaborating with the People's Bank of China and China Rare Earth Group to create a rare earth RMB stablecoin, warning the public to be cautious of misleading information [1] - Following the denial, shares of China Rare Earth experienced a significant increase, rising over 4% shortly after the market opened, and closing with a gain of 1.68% [1] - The rise in interest around stablecoins has led to various rumors and fraudulent activities, prompting major fintech companies like Ant Group and JD.com to clarify their positions and warn investors [2][3] Group 2 - The Hong Kong government has implemented the Stablecoin Regulation, establishing a licensing framework for fiat-backed stablecoin issuance, which is expected to reduce compliance risks for financial institutions [5] - The first batch of stablecoin issuers includes five companies, with JD.com among them, while Ant Group has not yet entered the sandbox but plans to apply soon [6] - Regulatory requirements for stablecoin issuers in Hong Kong are stringent, aligning closely with those for electronic wallets and banks, including asset management and anti-money laundering regulations [6][7] Group 3 - The National Financial Regulatory Administration in mainland China has prohibited domestic institutions from issuing or participating in any form of stablecoin, aiming to mitigate risks associated with payment systems and consumer protection [7] - The industry is urged to accelerate the establishment of standardized governance frameworks to enhance regulatory compliance and ensure the safety of technology and business operations [7]
市场流言引股价异动 ，蚂蚁集团辟谣“共建稀土稳定币”