Overview
As one of the leading financial centres in the Asia-Pacific region, Hong Kong is naturally positioned to be a centre for Fintech organisations.
A Trusted Partner
With new technology, the risk of misuse and subsequent regulatory and compliance issues inevitably follow, with governments worldwide racing to regulate new markets such as crypto-assets, trading platforms, payment processors and AI.
Companies utilising technological innovations need a trusted partner to navigate these rapidly changing legal and regulatory landscapes.
Our lawyers are well-versed in both technology, commercial law and regulatory practices. We have advised both established institutions and start-ups on legal and regulatory issues relating to potential use of Fintech.
On the corporate side, we advise clients in setting up and structuring investment vehicles, raising funding, such as through the issuance of equity, bonds and loans, and assisting clients in acquisition or exit processes.
Regulation and Licensing
On the regulatory side, we advise clients on relevant frameworks and licensing requirements, which may require specialised knowledge.
We also have considerable experience handling contentious regulatory issues and advising clients on various aspects of intellectual property, data privacy and employment issues.
Our Services
Haldanes offers a comprehensive range of services to meet client needs including:
- Fintech corporate M&A.
- Fintech corporate governance.
- Fintech corporate finance and funding.
- Establishment and management of investment vehicles.
- Acquisition of technology and IP assets.
- Due diligence review, including IP due diligence.
- Taxation advice, including on transfer pricing issues.
- Tax affairs in international transactions.
- Global intellectual property portfolio management.
- Intellectual property advice, strategy, enforcement and litigation.
- Data privacy issues, such as European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliance.
- Advertising and marketing issues.
- Manpower and employment issues, including remuneration, dismissal, application for immigration visa.
- Licensing and distribution of software and products.
- Development and incorporation of new technology and products, such as minting of cryptocurrencies, asset tokenisation.
- Compliance matters.
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) compliance advice and review.
- Multi-jurisdictional dispute resolution (arbitration and litigation).
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- Representative Experience
- Served as the global intellectual property counsel for an international blockchain and gaming company. Our role involves effectively managing their worldwide intellectual property portfolios, which included overseeing the intellectual property assets of new projects and companies acquired by our client. With our expertise, we ensure that their valuable intellectual property rights are protected and maximised.
- Provided expert guidance to a pioneering Web3 media project and its visionary founders/creators in the establishment of corporate entities. Our role extended to addressing the pertinent legal and tax implications involved in the process. We prepared and advised on essential legal agreements, including shareholders’ agreements and consultancy agreements, ensuring that our clients were well-equipped to navigate the legal landscape and protect their interests.
- Provided expert advice to an international fashion and lifestyle brand in the successful launch of their NFT project. Our guidance encompassed advising the client on crucial aspects such as licensing agreements with artwork creators, agreements with technology service providers, and user agreements with subscribers. With our comprehensive legal support, our client was able to navigate the complex landscape of NFTs and establish a solid foundation for their project’s success.
