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HSBC rolls out its first stablecoin to over 3 million everyday app users

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Briefings

HSBC and Standard Chartered-led Anchorpoint secured Hong Kong's first stablecoin issuer licenses in April 2026, enabling the launch of HKDAP in August. This marks a significant milestone for digital currency adoption in the region, allowing institutional partners to issue stablecoins backed by HKDAP assets.

Key points

• HSBC and Standard Chartered received Hong Kong's first stablecoin issuer licenses in April 2026.
• Anchorpoint began rolling out HKDAP in August 2026.

Context

Hong Kong's financial sector is advancing digital currency infrastructure through partnerships between major banks and financial technology firms, facilitating cross-border payments and settlement systems.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the initial licensing and rollout phases; specific transaction volumes, user growth metrics, or regulatory compliance details remain unreported.

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