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While the US and China share cryptocurrency concerns, differing regulatory policies could remove the shine of digital assets for investors.

Amid new challenges for Chinese companies planning to go public overseas, Hong Kong’s draw as a listing venue becomes more appealing, but any rush to raise money is unlikely to happen, just yet.

Beijing has modified capital market rules to nurture home-grown innovators looking to go public. But the probe against Didi may signal an inflection point that brings deals back from overseas.

Ant Group and Lufax Holdings are floating shares later this year, presenting a fascinating glimpse into how China’s largest fintech companies will adapt to industry and regulatory challenges

Central bankers from China, Hong Kong and Thailand plan to issue their own digital currencies, spurred by the threat to their monetary policy. They were previously too complacent, says the IMF.

The online payments market is evolving fast and banks need to adapt if they are to face off the competition and grab a piece of the extra $200-billion revenue-action expected by 2025.

The PBOC's plans to issue a cryptocurrency to replace fiat currency is seen as a move to regulate cash flow and to clamp down further on shadow banking. A policy adviser also couldn't resist a swipe at Facebook's Libra.

Although AI is seen as an opportunity to tap new investment and client opportunities, it could also be a minefield if the safeguards are insufficient, a new study suggests.

China wants to increase the competitiveness of its financial institutions by allowing more foreign banks and insurers to enter the domestic market more easily and speedily.