eSeminar - CPT Bearing

The Role of Regulated Stablecoins in Driving Real-World Payments

Overview

This eSeminar is a recorded session of the "From Digital Currency to Legal Tender: The Role of Regulated Stablecoins in Driving Real-World Payments" webinar held on 25 November 2025.

Mr Benjamin Quinlan and Mr Justin Chung from Quinlan & Associates share how regulated stablecoins are reshaping the future of payments. They uncover the distinctions between central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), stablecoins, and tokenised deposits. Key topics include the key adoption challenges in real-world payments, and how emerging regulatory frameworks are shaping the future of payments in both Web3 and traditional finance (TradFi) ecosystems.

Note: This course is an elective module in the Certification Programme for Virtual Asset Professionals (CVAP). Participants must complete TWO elective modules. If you have not enrolled in another elective, please refer to the 'Elective Modules' section on the programme page for a list of available options. The CVAP Core Curriculum must be enrolled BEFORE taking any elective module.

Objective

By the end of this eSeminar, you will be able to:

  • Describe the key differences between CBDCs, stablecoins, and tokenised deposits, including their characteristics, purposes, and roles in the evolving payments landscape.
  • Outline the major challenges and considerations affecting the adoption of stablecoins in real‑world payments across Web3 and traditional financial ecosystems.
  • Explain recent regulatory developments related to stablecoins and their implications for payment use cases in Hong Kong and beyond.

Content Highlight

  • Definitions and comparisons of CBDCs, stablecoins, and tokenised deposits
  • Challenges for stablecoin adoption in real-world payments
  • Regulatory developments and the emergence of regulated stablecoins
  • Stablecoin use in Hong Kong payments and beyond

Who Should Attend

All licensed individuals, including senior executives such as directors, responsible officers, managers-in-charge, virtual asset service providers, professional services firms, and practitioners in the financial and banking sectors. Individuals with an interest in the topic are also welcome to attend.

It is also designed for those pursuing the CVAP as an elective module.

Instructor / Speaker

Benjamin is the CEO and Managing Partner of Quinlan & Associates. He was the former Chairman of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong and is the current Chair of Innovation & Technology at AustCham.

Benjamin is also a Board / Senior Advisor to various startups, and is recognised as one of Asia’s leading FinTech influencers. He sits on various Advisory and Steering Committees for HKTDC, HKSTP, and HKGCC.

Prior to founding Quinlan & Associates, Benjamin was the Head of Strategy for Deutsche Bank’s Equities business in Asia Pacific and its Investment Bank in Greater China. He has also worked at Oliver Wyman, UBS, and PwC.
Justin is an Associate Partner of Quinlan & Associates, leading digital assets and Web3 practices. Before joining Quinlan & Associates, Justin specialised in data analytics and data management at a global financial institution, where he engaged in strategic initiatives and change management projects across Asia Pacific. He was also the Vice President for a fast-growing blockchain advisory start-up that was recognised by InvestHK, where he headed corporate structuring and business development.

Administrative Details

Code
TEEEC26008901
Venue
ePlatform
Relevant Subject
Type 1 - Dealing in securities
Type 4 - Advising on securities
Type 9 - Asset management
AMLO - Providing a virtual asset service
Language
English
Hours
SFC:1.00, PWMA:1.00
Fees
All Member: HK$300
Chinese Securities Association of Hong Kong (HKCSA): HK$420
Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association (HKSFPA): HK$420
Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong (IFPHK): HK$420
Non-Member: HK$600
Staff of Corporate Member: HK$300
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