[Webinar] Navigating the Web3 Regulatory Landscape: Insights from the SFC

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CPT/CE Eligibility (A Recognized CPT Provider)

(CODE: 230901LU-CEX)

With the Hong Kong government’s commitment to promote the city as a booming Web 3.0 hub, it is vital for CFA charterholders to stay abreast of the rapidly evolving developments in this space. To help members navigate the new Web3 regulatory landscape, CFA Society Hong Kong is proud to host this timely event “Navigating the Web3 Regulatory Landscape: Insights from the SFC” featuring Ms. Elizabeth Wong, Director of Licensing and Head of Fintech unit of the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong.

This session will provide the latest update on the SFC’s approach to regulating virtual asset activities. As the Web3 space grows exponentially, attendees will gain critical perspective on the SFC’s regulatory framework, including:

– Key licensing requirements for centralized virtual asset trading platform operators
– Opportunities and obligations under the new regime
– Evaluating risks and suitability of virtual assets for retail investors

The regulatory framework for virtual asset trading platforms has been one of the focus areas of discussion in the Web 3.0 space – register now to stay abreast of the latest developments with opportunities for Q&A and networking with like-minded Society members. We expect a popular response for this event – space is limited and first come first served.

(Sandwiches and drinks will be served at the event.)

Rating Intermediate – Material presented will have technical elements requiring a working knowledge of the subject to make full use of the presentation.

About the Speaker

Elizabeth Wong
Director of Licensing and Head of Fintech unit
Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission

Ms. Elizabeth Wong is a Director of Licensing and Head of Fintech unit of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission.

Her work involves the formulation of the Commission’s policy on fintech matters and leading and supervising the licensing application approval process for virtual asset trading platforms, robo-advisers, virtual asset fund managers and traditional securities and asset management firms. Prior to taking up this role, Ms. Wong worked in the Investment Products Division and the Intermediaries Supervision Department and played a key role in Commission-wide policy initiatives including developing and enhancing Hong Kong as an international asset management center and introducing guidelines for regulating the sale of investment products through online distribution and advisory platforms.

Ms. Wong practiced as a banking and finance lawyer in Hong Kong prior to joining the Commission.

CFA Societies Global Passport Program

CFA Society Hong Kong has participated in the CFA Societies Global Passport Program which allows CFA society members to enjoy local society member rate at selected events like this luncheon.  Members of non-CFA Society Hong Kong CFA Institute societies qualify to attend this event at CFA Society Hong Kong member rates.  Please contact CFA Society Hong Kong at events@cfahk.org to register.

Remarks

• Registration is requested, no walk-in will be entertained.
• Only registered participants are allowed to stay and attend the event.
• Please take good care of your belongings. CFA Society Hong Kong is not responsible for any personal loss.
• If you have any discomfort or flu symptoms, please DO NOT participate in the captioned activity.
• In the event of a dispute, the decision of CFA Society Hong Kong shall be final and binding.
• The event organizers reserve the right to change the format, date of the event due to unforeseen circumstances without prior notice.
• Members will be entitled to receive CPT Attendance Letter at NO extra costs after attending the FULL webinar. Please see below for further details.
• To qualify for CPT/CE hours, all participants must attend the full event. After the seminar, Society staff will verify participants’ check-in and check-out time from the registration system for the purpose of issuing CPT Attendance Letters. No pro-rata credit hours will be awarded.
• CFA Societies Global Passport Program Eligible.
• The event will be conducted in English.
• For attendance-taking purpose, participants’ names and company names (if any) may be given to the speaker of this event.
• Should there be any changes to the event dates and other arrangements, we will notify participants via SMS and/or email.  Notices will also be posted on Society’s website.  Please stay alert with our notifications.
• Please note that no request for an attendance letter will be processed after the event date & registration deadline.
• For non-members & guests, registration is only confirmed upon receipt of payment. 
• An additional administrative charge of HK$50 will be charged for participant who registers on the event day.
• HK$50 walk-in surcharge is imposed on all fees listed.
• To cope with the growing trend of going cashless, cash and cheque payment is strictly not accepted.  Please ensure the online payment is successfully completed, otherwise, the registration may not be processed.
• Registrations should be paid in full before the commencement of the event. Immediate payment is required upon email confirmation. Should the registration fee remains outstanding, CFA Society Hong Kong reserves the right to disallow entrance to the event.
• Full amount will still be charged for no-show or enrolment made after Monday, 28th August 2023.
• An administration fee HK$50 will be charged for any cancellation of confirmed enrollment made on or before Monday, 28th August 2023. All cancellation requests must be made in writing and be confirmed by email from Society Hong Kong.
• Refund of the event fee (less an administration fee of HK$50 per person) will be given for cancellation received on/before Monday, 28th August 2023.
  – For payment made by credit card, a refund will be handled through the bank, please allow 4 to 6 weeks for processing. The amount will be refunded to the paid credit card account. 
• No refund will be given for cancellation received after Monday, 28th August 2023.
• Substitutions are allowed. Please notify us prior to the event. Non-member rate applies if the substitute is not a CFA Society Hong Kong member.

Personal Information Collection Statement

• Your personal data collected from the registration process will be used for the purpose of the administration of the course/event/activity on which you are registered (“Event”). Such data collected may be accessible by CFA Society Hong Kong’s officers, persons or committees processing the application and related matters. CFA Society Hong Kong reserves the right to inspect personal identity of participants. In addition, CFA Society Hong Kong may use the collected data for statistical research and analysis. By submitting this registration form, you understand and agree that CFA Society Hong Kong may provide your personal data to co-organizers/service providers in or outside Hong Kong for the purpose relating to the Event. For more information about the privacy policy of CFA Society Hong Kong, please visit here.  
• CFA Society Hong Kong intends to use the personal data (including but not limited to your name, email address(es), mobile number and/or social media) to inform you, where relevant, of members’ benefits, goods, services facilities and events organized or provided by CFA Society Hong Kong or other organizations. Members and registered persons may opt out of receiving such materials at any time by sending an email to CFA Society Hong Kong at info@cfasocietyhongkong.org. 

By registering for this event, you confirm that you and your guest(s) consent to appearing in any official event photographs and video footage.

• The photographs and video footage can be used by the Society for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media, or in a third-party publication.
• In addition, photographs or video footage may be taken by other event attendees and publicly shared, for which the Society cannot be held responsible.