Counterfeit Stablecoins Emerge in Hong Kong Ahead of Licensed Launch
The central banking authority of Hong Kong has issued a warning regarding the emergence of fake stablecoins, which are taking advantage of the upcoming regulatory framework for stablecoins in the city, even before the introduction of the first authorized product.
According to a statement from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, certain tokens bearing the 'HKDAP' and 'HSBC' tickers are being trade…
April 29, 2026, 10:06 a.m.