Fintech/Virtual Assets

[Webinar] Virtual Asset Custody for Asset Management

Overview

The HKMA issued in Feb a set of guidelines relating to the provision of Virtual Asset custodial services.
This one-hour course covers the specifics relating to Virtual Asset custody service, and the key aspects to ensure that digital assets held in custody are adequately safeguarded and that the risks involved are properly managed.

Objective

After this session, participants will understand the nature of Virtual Asset custody service, common risks and other factors needed to safeguard assets under in custody.

Content Highlight

• “Not your key, not your coin”
• Introduction to custody of Virtual Assets (definition, importance
and custody model)
• Custody in traditional finance vs VA
• Role and obligations of VA custodial services providers
• Key technologies and infrastructure (e.g. wallet, multi-signature solutions, key management)
• Security challenges and practices
• Regulatory requirements regarding VA custodial services in
Hong Kong

Who Should Attend

The webinar primarily targets all practitioners who would like to learn about virtual asset custody service.

Instructor / Speaker

William GEE

William Gee FCA FHKICPA is a retired Chartered Accountant with a career spanning four decades. With over 20 years of experience, he advises on technology adoption, specialising in digital assets, blockchain, and virtual currencies. As a pioneer in blockchain assurance, he develops audit methodologies and governance standards. William also focuses on the ethical impact of emerging technologies, particularly A.I. and blockchain, and advises on Post-Quantum Cryptography.

Administrative Details

Code
TPPFT25002101
Date & Time
Tuesday, 13 May 2025 (12:30 PM - 01:30 PM)
Venue
Virtual Platform
Relevant Subject
Type 1 - Dealing in securities
Type 9 - Asset management
Type 13 - Providing depositary services for relevant CISs
Language
Simp. Chi / Putonghua
Hours
SFC:1.00, PWMA:1.00
Fees
All Member: HK$240
Chinese Securities Association of Hong Kong (HKCSA): HK$335
HKSI Institute Staff: Free
Honorary Fellow Member: Free
Non-Member: HK$480
Staff of Corporate Member: HK$240
Student Member (UHKSI): HK$110
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