【导读】第四范式盘中涨超7%，获富国基金增持 8月21日，港股第四范式盘中拉升，涨超7%。消息面上，该股日前获富国基金增持。 第四范式涨超7% 8月21日上午，第四范式盘中拉升，最大涨幅为7.69%，截至午间收盘，涨幅小幅回落至6.23%，报54.55 港元，总市值为283亿港元。 消息面上，根据香港联交所8月20日披露的文件，富国基金于8月19日以每股均价53.5429港元增持第四 范式165万股H股股份，价值约8834.58万港元。 完成增持后，富国基金对第四范式的最新持股数目为2044.94万股股份，持股比例由5.86%升至6.37%。 这已不是年内富国基金首次增持该股。根据香港联交所8月7日披露的文件，富国基金于8月5日以每股均 价55.5062港元增持第四范式380.99万股H股股份，价值约2.11亿港元。完成增持后，富国基金最新持股 数目为1721.34万股股份。 8月11日，富国基金再度增持第四范式14.61万股，每股作价56.1112港元，总金额约为819.78万港元。 据公司简介，第四范式成立于2014年，于2018年9月上市，是一家主要从事销售自行开发的人工智能 （AI）平台及其他即用型产 ...

Core Viewpoint - Fourth Paradigm's stock price increased by over 7% following an announcement of share purchases by Franklin Templeton [2][3] Group 1: Stock Performance - On August 21, Fourth Paradigm's stock reached a maximum increase of 7.69%, closing with a 6.23% rise at HKD 54.55, resulting in a total market capitalization of HKD 28.3 billion [4] - Franklin Templeton increased its holdings in Fourth Paradigm by purchasing 1.65 million H shares at an average price of HKD 53.5429 per share, totaling approximately HKD 88.34 million [7] Group 2: Shareholding Changes - After the recent purchase, Franklin Templeton's total shareholding in Fourth Paradigm rose to 20.44 million shares, increasing its ownership percentage from 5.86% to 6.37% [7] - This is not the first increase in holdings by Franklin Templeton in 2023; they previously acquired shares on August 5 and August 11, totaling approximately HKD 211 million and HKD 8.2 million respectively [7] Group 3: Financial Performance - Fourth Paradigm expects a reduction in adjusted net losses by 68% to 73% year-on-year for the first half of the year, driven by strong demand for its core AI platform [9] - For the fiscal year 2024, Fourth Paradigm reported revenue of HKD 5.261 billion, a year-on-year increase of 25.1%, with a net loss of HKD 269 million, narrowing by 70.4% compared to the previous year [9] Group 4: Future Plans and Investments - Fourth Paradigm plans to raise approximately HKD 1.308 billion through the placement of 25.9 million new H shares, with proceeds aimed at R&D in emerging fields such as embodied intelligence and blockchain [10] - The company has been recognized as the leading player in China's machine learning platform market for seven consecutive years, according to IDC [10]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant growth and strategic moves of Vobile, led by Wang Yangbin, in the digital content protection and monetization space, particularly focusing on the integration of AI and Web3 technologies to transform content assets into financial assets [2][5][19]. Group 1: Company Growth and Market Position - Vobile's market capitalization has surpassed HKD 13 billion, with a notable increase of approximately HKD 5 billion in just six trading days, reflecting a growth rate of around 60% [1]. - The company has been actively raising capital, with recent fundraising efforts totaling approximately HKD 7.8 billion, aimed at investing in AI-generated content (AIGC) and expanding its business operations [9][12]. - Vobile's revenue for 2024 is projected to reach HKD 2.4 billion, with a net profit of HKD 143 million, marking a record high for the company [16]. Group 2: Strategic Initiatives - Wang Yangbin's recent acquisition of a commercial land parcel in Hangzhou for HKD 285 million is a strategic move to establish an AI digital content protection and trade cooperation zone, with a planned investment of HKD 1 billion [4][7]. - The launch of the Vobile MAX digital content asset trading platform in 2024 aims to revolutionize traditional copyright trading models by enabling the circulation of content as digital assets [19][21]. - Vobile's unique technology, including the "Video DNA" technique, allows for the invisible watermarking of copyrighted content, enhancing its ability to protect intellectual property in the era of AI-generated content [16][17]. Group 3: Market Trends and Future Outlook - The recent introduction of stablecoin regulations in Hong Kong serves as a catalyst for the legitimization of real-world assets (RWA), which aligns with Vobile's strategic direction [5]. - The increasing demand for copyright protection in the context of AI-generated content is expected to create significant growth opportunities for Vobile, as the cost of content replication approaches zero [16][17]. - Vobile's transition from a service provider to a platform-based business model is anticipated to expand its customer base and enhance cash flow, positioning the company for substantial future growth [19][22].

Group 1: Core Insights - The core focus of policy design and regulatory practice in relevant fields should be on building a next-generation financial infrastructure based on blockchain to enhance the quality and efficiency of financial services for the real economy and international competitiveness [1][2] Group 2: Digital Asset Market Expansion - The total market capitalization of crypto assets reached approximately $3.92 trillion as of July 19, 2023, a 42% increase from $2.76 trillion at the end of Q1 2025 [3] - Bitcoin's market capitalization is 59.85%, with a closing price of $117,900 on July 19, 2023, up 42.89% from $82,500 at the end of Q1 2025 [3] Group 3: Stablecoin Market Growth - The total market capitalization of stablecoins reached $267.7 billion as of July 20, 2023, a 14% increase from the end of Q1 2025 [6] - USD stablecoins account for $263.4 billion, representing 98.4% of the market, while the market for RMB stablecoins is only $2.65 million [6] Group 4: Real World Assets (RWA) Market Growth - The RWA market reached a total market capitalization of $25.56 billion as of July 18, 2023, a 26.85% increase from $20.15 billion at the end of Q1 2025 [7] Group 5: Regulatory Framework Developments - The U.S. House of Representatives passed three key bills related to digital assets during the week of July 14-18, 2023, including the "GENIUS Act" for stablecoin regulation and the "CLARITY Act" for other crypto assets [11] - The "GENIUS Act" has been signed into law, clarifying the regulatory framework for digital assets in the U.S. [11] Group 6: International Regulatory Comparisons - The regulatory approaches to stablecoins in the U.S., EU, and Hong Kong show similarities, focusing on full reserve backing and issuer qualifications [12] - The U.S. "GENIUS Act" aims to strengthen the dominance of the U.S. dollar, while the EU and Hong Kong regulations prioritize monetary sovereignty and systemic risk prevention [13] Group 7: Risk and Volatility Characteristics of Crypto Assets - Bitcoin exhibits significant correlation with U.S. stock markets, maintaining a correlation coefficient between 40% and 60%, indicating its risk asset characteristics [22] - The relationship between Bitcoin and Ethereum shows low correlation with traditional commodities, suggesting unique volatility traits in the crypto market [24][28]

本文来自微信公众号：经济观察报 （ID：eeo-com-cn），作者：李佩珊、孔笑微，题图来自：AI生成 2025年8月1日，中国香港《稳定币管理条例》正式生效，标志着香港成为亚洲首个对稳定币市场进行全面监管的国际金融中心。这项政策举措出台的时机 微妙：一方面，京东、蚂蚁集团等内地科技巨头正积极布局香港市场，期望通过稳定币提升跨境支付效率；另一方面，以USDT、USDC为代表的美元稳 定币早已主导全球市场，形成"链上美元"生态。 作为长期研究数字金融与真实世界资产（RWA）的经济学者，武汉大学经济与管理学院原院长、香港大学中国金融研究中心创始主任、香港国际金融学 会会长宋敏教授在接受《经济观察报》专访时指出，稳定币本质上是一种金融工具，更准确地说是"数字金融的基础设施"，其核心价值在于连接链上与链 下经济。 然而，他同时提醒，当前市场的热情背后潜藏着结构性风险，许多平台看似创新，"实质上只是改变了渠道，并未真正创造透明和可信的金融信息"，就像 当年的P2P（个人对个人网络借贷）一样暗藏风险。 宋敏强调，引入真实资产是稳定币未来发展的关键。资产代币化能否真正提高金融稳健性，本质取决于底层资产的质量。稳定币的稳健 ...

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of real assets is crucial for the future development of stablecoins, as the stability of stablecoins fundamentally depends on the quality of the underlying assets [1][3]. Regulatory Framework - The Hong Kong Stablecoin Management Ordinance, effective from August 1, 2025, marks Hong Kong as the first Asian financial center to comprehensively regulate the stablecoin market [2][5]. - The ordinance requires all stablecoin transactions to occur through regulated exchanges, prohibiting direct peer-to-peer transfers between wallets, and mandates strict KYC (Know Your Customer) and KYT (Know Your Transaction) compliance [3][17]. - This regulatory approach, while enhancing compliance, may undermine the decentralized advantages of blockchain technology [3][17]. Market Dynamics - Major Chinese tech companies like JD.com and Ant Group are actively entering the Hong Kong stablecoin market, primarily to enhance cross-border payment efficiency and capitalize on the stablecoin's profit model [16][18]. - The dominance of USDT and USDC in the global market creates challenges for new entrants, as user acceptance is heavily influenced by existing network effects [16][19]. Asset Quality and Stability - The stability of stablecoins is directly linked to the quality of the underlying assets; assets with clear ownership and predictable cash flows, such as fiat currencies or gold, provide greater stability [11][19]. - The potential for tokenizing real-world assets (RWA) hinges on the clarity of ownership and the ability to generate reliable cash flows [11][12]. Global Financial Implications - Stablecoins are reshaping the international monetary system, allowing tech companies to create currency-like assets, which poses significant challenges to traditional financial frameworks [4][30]. - The reliance on the US dollar as the primary backing for most stablecoins is due to the large offshore dollar market, but this dominance may not be permanent [19][20]. Future Considerations - The relationship between stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) is complex, with potential models suggesting that CBDCs could serve as a foundation for stablecoins issued by tech companies [26][27]. - The balance between innovation and regulation remains a critical issue, as overly stringent regulations may stifle technological advancements in the stablecoin space [23][30].

Core Viewpoint - Hong Kong's "Stablecoin Management Ordinance" marks a significant regulatory step, making it the first Asian financial center to comprehensively regulate the stablecoin market, amidst growing interest from major tech companies like JD.com and Ant Group in enhancing cross-border payment efficiency [2][3][4] Group 1: Regulatory Framework - The new ordinance requires all stablecoin transactions to occur through regulated exchanges, prohibiting direct peer-to-peer transfers between wallets, and mandates strict KYC (Know Your Customer) and KYT (Know Your Transaction) compliance [3][15] - This regulatory approach aims to enhance compliance and transparency but may compromise the decentralized nature of blockchain technology [3][15] - The ordinance is seen as a cautious yet necessary step to prevent risks associated with unregulated stablecoins, such as USDT, and serves as a potential model for mainland China's future stablecoin regulations [3][20][23] Group 2: Market Dynamics - Major tech companies are entering the Hong Kong stablecoin market primarily to improve cross-border payment efficiency and capitalize on the profit potential from stablecoin issuance [14][15] - The success of a stablecoin depends on its ability to create network effects, as user trust in its widespread adoption is crucial [15][16] - The existing dominance of USDT as a "chain-based dollar" poses challenges for new entrants, particularly in terms of user acceptance and market competition [15][16] Group 3: Asset Quality and Stability - The stability of a stablecoin is fundamentally linked to the quality of its underlying assets, with a focus on ensuring that these assets have clear ownership and predictable returns [3][10] - The introduction of real-world assets (RWA) into the stablecoin ecosystem is seen as essential for enhancing financial robustness, provided these assets are of high quality [3][10][18] - The potential for stablecoins backed by other scarce assets, such as gold or carbon credits, is increasing, reflecting a shift in market dynamics and trust in the dollar [18][19] Group 4: Global Financial Implications - Stablecoins are reshaping the international monetary system by enabling tech companies to create currency-like assets, challenging traditional banking structures [4][28] - The emergence of stablecoins as a new form of banking raises questions about regulatory frameworks and the need to redefine risk boundaries in algorithm-driven financial ecosystems [5][28][29] - The regulatory landscape varies globally, with Europe and the U.S. adopting different approaches to stablecoin regulation, which may influence the competitive dynamics of the market [16][21][22]

Core Insights - The rapid development of stablecoins, which are cryptocurrencies with "pegged" attributes, is reshaping the financial landscape, with a projected global market value exceeding $250 billion by mid-2025 [2][3] Group 1: Impact on Financial Systems - Stablecoins are expected to revolutionize cross-border payment and settlement systems, offering advantages such as convenience and lower costs, which could challenge traditional banking and payment institutions [2] - The rise of stablecoins may disrupt the monetary policy transmission mechanism and financial stability by causing shifts in bank deposits and altering money velocity [3] Group 2: International Monetary Dynamics - The dominance of stablecoins, primarily pegged to the US dollar, reinforces dollar hegemony, but increased innovation in non-dollar stablecoins could challenge this status and reshape international currency competition [3] Group 3: Financial Innovation - Stablecoins are pivotal in the growth of decentralized finance (DeFi) and the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA), lowering barriers for user participation and facilitating the digital transformation of tangible assets [3] Group 4: Strategic Responses - China is encouraged to integrate digital yuan with stablecoin technology to enhance the internationalization of the yuan, exploring applications in cross-border trade and investment [5] - Traditional financial institutions should upgrade and innovate their services in response to the pressures from stablecoins, with regulatory support to foster the development of new financial products [5][6] - There is a need for a comprehensive regulatory framework for stablecoins to ensure their development is compliant and to mitigate financial risks, alongside international cooperation on regulatory standards [6]

Core Viewpoint - SenseTime Technology, known as the "first AI stock," announced a subscription agreement to issue approximately 1.667 billion shares at a price of HKD 1.5 per share, raising around HKD 2.5 billion for business development in areas like embodied intelligent robots and digital assets [1] Group 1: Financing and Business Structure - This marks SenseTime's third round of refinancing since its IPO at the end of 2021, following two rounds that raised nearly HKD 4.8 billion in June and December 2024 [2] - The company was founded in 2014 by AI scientists from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and has received significant investment from major firms, including SoftBank and IDG [2] - SenseTime's IPO in late 2021 raised approximately HKD 5.8 billion, making it the first AI software company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange [4] Group 2: Revenue and Business Focus - SenseTime has shifted its revenue focus from smart business and smart city solutions to generative AI, which has become its core narrative [4] - In 2024, revenue from generative AI grew by 103.1% year-on-year to HKD 2.404 billion, accounting for 63.7% of total revenue, while revenue from visual AI dropped by 39.5% to HKD 1.112 billion [4] - The company restructured its business into a "1+X" model, focusing on generative AI and separating other business units for independent financing [5] Group 3: Financial Performance and Challenges - Since 2018, SenseTime has not achieved profitability, accumulating losses exceeding HKD 50 billion, with cash reserves totaling HKD 12.75 billion as of the end of 2024 [5] - The net cash used in operating activities increased to HKD 3.927 billion in 2024, attributed to higher resource demands from generative AI [5] - As of December 31, 2024, accounts receivable stood at HKD 6.974 billion, with a notable increase in overdue receivables over three years [6]

Core Viewpoint - The company has entered into a strategic partnership with Fulong Consulting Limited, marking a significant step into the high-growth stablecoin market through a share swap investment of HKD 60 million [1][2]. Group 1: Strategic Investment - The investment allows the company to leverage Fulong's extensive network and expertise in digital asset solutions, enhancing its position in the evolving financial landscape [1][2]. - The partnership is expected to facilitate the company's entry into the rapidly growing stablecoin sector, projected to exceed USD 2 trillion by 2028 [2]. Group 2: Business Collaboration - Fulong will apply for a stablecoin license in Hong Kong, and upon approval, will collaborate with the company to promote stablecoin applications and business cooperation [1]. - The collaboration aims to utilize Fulong's merchant and user ecosystem to support product offerings and investor relations for the company and its affiliates [1]. Group 3: Operational Efficiency and Growth - The strategic cooperation is anticipated to enhance operational efficiency, capture new revenue opportunities, and strengthen competitiveness by integrating stablecoin technology into the company's financial services and product portfolio [2]. - This investment is also expected to synergize the company's efforts in the real-world asset (RWA) business with stablecoin scenarios, further solidifying its industry position in the RWA sector [2].