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The firm claims to be the first Chinese bank-backed brokerage to open access to the crypto market for its clients, signaling a bold step into the digital asset space.","Through its mobile app, CMB International now offers 24/7 trading of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether to users who have completed Know Your Customer (KYC) verification.","The firm claims to be the first Chinese bank-backed brokerage to open access to the crypto market for its clients, signaling a bold step into the digital asset space.","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>CMB International Securities, a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Merchants Bank, has announced the launch of cryptocurrency trading services in Hong Kong, marking a significant milestone.\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cpicture class=\"image-align-left\">\u003Csource srcset=\"https://cdn.quasa.io/photos/00/image-2025-08-24t203310804.webp\" type=\"image/webp\">\u003Cimg alt=\"First Chinese Bank Launches Cryptocurrency Trading in Hong Kong\" class=\"image-align-left\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://cdn.quasa.io/photos/00/image-2025-08-24t203310804.jpg\" width=\"300\" />\u003C/picture>The firm claims to be the first Chinese bank-backed brokerage to open access to the crypto market for its clients, signaling a bold step into the digital asset space.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>Through its mobile app, CMB International now offers 24/7 trading of Bitcoin, \u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/vitalik-buterin-becomes-a-billionaire-again-as-ethereum-surges\">Ethereum\u003C/a>, and \u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/tether-rakes-in-4-9-billion-in-q2-2025-emerges-as-major-u-s-treasury-holder\">Tether\u003C/a> to users who have completed Know Your Customer (KYC) verification. The platform’s technical infrastructure benefits from a partnership with the cryptocurrency exchange OKX, which provides trading mechanisms and ensures liquidity support, enhancing the service’s reliability and efficiency.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>As of 2024, CMB International manages assets exceeding 130 billion yuan ($18.1 billion), underscoring its substantial financial clout.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>The company positions itself as a "pioneer," paving the way for other Chinese banks and brokers to enter the cryptocurrency sector. Industry observers expect several Chinese firms to roll out similar services within the coming year, potentially amplifying Hong Kong’s role as a crypto hub.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>However, the move is geographically limited. Cryptocurrency trading remains strictly prohibited for residents of mainland China, where a nationwide ban has been in place since 2017. CMB International has emphasized that investors must adhere to territorial regulatory requirements, highlighting the delicate balance between Hong Kong’s progressive stance and mainland China’s restrictive policies.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Chr />\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cpicture class=\"image-align-right\">\u003Csource srcset=\"https://cdn.quasa.io/photos/00/image-2025-08-24t203338179.webp\" type=\"image/webp\">\u003Cimg alt=\"First Chinese Bank Launches Cryptocurrency Trading in Hong Kong\" class=\"image-align-right\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://cdn.quasa.io/photos/00/image-2025-08-24t203338179.jpg\" width=\"200\" />\u003C/picture>Also read:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/south-park-keeps-roasting-politicians-and-the-white-house\">South Park Keeps Roasting Politicians and the White House\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/hbo-max-finds-new-friends-in-southeast-asia\">HBO Max Finds New Friends in Southeast Asia\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/unemployment-rate-among-young-it-specialists-in-the-u-s-hits-6\">Unemployment Rate Among Young IT Specialists in the U.S. Hits 6%\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/strawberry-browser-the-ai-powered-browser-that-s-a-total-wow\">Strawberry Browser: The AI-Powered Browser That’s a Total “Wow!”\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\n\u003Chr />\n\u003Cp>This development reflects Hong Kong’s ambition to establish itself as a global leader in virtual assets, leveraging its unique "one country, two systems" framework. While the initiative is a cautious foray into crypto, it underscores a growing acceptance of digital currencies among traditional financial institutions, albeit within a tightly regulated environment.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>Author: \u003Ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/slava-vasipenok/\">Slava Vasipenok\u003C/a>\u003Cbr />\nFounder and CEO of \u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/team\">QUASA\u003C/a> (quasa.io) - Daily insights on Web3, AI, Crypto, and Freelance. Stay updated on finance, technology trends, and creator tools - with sources and real value.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>Innovative entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in IT, fintech, and blockchain. Specializes in decentralized solutions for freelancing, helping to overcome the barriers of traditional finance, especially in developing regions.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>This is not financial or investment advice. 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