Pioneering Compliance in Hong Kong's Evolving Virtual Asset Landscape
Amid Hong Kong's maturing virtual asset regulatory framework and increasing pressures on traditional brokerages, Victory Securities (Stock Code: 8540.HK) has emerged as a trailblazer. As the first Hong Kong financial institution to obtain full virtual asset (VA) licenses (Type 1, 4, and 9), the company achieved over HKD 10 billion in trading volume within its first retail year, securing its position as the region's top cryptocurrency trading platform.
Five-Year Strategic Preparation for Regulatory Leadership
Since 2019 - when cryptocurrency markets were still considered regulatory gray areas - Victory Securities foresaw compliance as the industry's future. Their systematic preparation included:
- Complete infrastructure development (technology stack to risk management systems)
Eight industry-first innovations launched in 2023 including:
- First stock-token trading app
- First VA spot ETF physical settlement service
- First brokerage supporting "coin-in/coin-out" transactions
Deputy CEO Mr. Chan Pui Chuen notes: "Transforming a traditional brokerage requires unprecedented investment in fintech, talent, and training to position for future developments."
Multi-Tier Ecosystem Drives HKD 10B+ Trading Volume
Victory's growth stems from tailored solutions across client segments:
Retail Investors:
- Fiat-to-crypto gateway products
- Bitcoin/ETH ETF physical subscriptions
Professional Investors:
- VA wealth management services
- Stablecoin deposit solutions
Institutional Clients:
- Custody services
- Structured VA derivatives
- RWA tokenization (including world's first green energy RWA)
This strategy attracted diverse clients from crypto natives to family offices, with international expansion plans underway.
Investor Education: Building Trust Through Transparency
The company conducted 50+ educational seminars addressing:
- Compliance operation FAQs
- Secure transaction protocols
- Advantages of licensed brokerage trading
Collaborations with industry media further promote compliant trading awareness.
Six Strategic Initiatives Toward Global Web3 Leadership
Looking ahead, Victory focuses on:
- Migration asset configuration
- Institutional-grade custody
- Structured derivatives
- RWA applications
- Cross-border enterprise solutions
- Regulatory framework collaboration
"Our goal extends beyond brokerage services to actively shape Hong Kong's position as a global VA hub through vertical ecosystem development," emphasizes Mr. Chan.
Redefining Industry Standards Through Compliant Innovation
Market analysts highlight Victory Securities as:
- A transformation model for traditional brokerages
- Key driver of Hong Kong's VA market maturation
- Balance between regulatory compliance and product innovation
From traditional brokerage to crypto market leader in five years, Victory's journey exemplifies strategic adaptation - positioning it as a bellwether for Hong Kong's virtual asset evolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can retail investors trade cryptocurrencies through Victory Securities?
A: Yes, retail clients can directly trade major cryptocurrencies using HKD through our licensed platform.
Q: What makes Victory's VA custody different?
A: We combine institutional-grade security protocols with insurance protections rarely available in crypto-native platforms.
Q: How does RWA tokenization benefit traditional investors?
A: It bridges tangible assets with blockchain efficiency, enabling fractional ownership of previously illiquid assets like infrastructure projects.
Q: What educational resources are available?
A: We offer free monthly webinars, detailed guides, and 1-on-1 consultation sessions for all client tiers.
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