The SFC will host two AML/CFT webinars on 12 and 13 November 2026 via Zoom, offering 2.5 CPT hours free of charge to licensed corporations and related entities. Enrolment closes by 27 October 2026 with a maximum of two representatives per firm.
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Regulatory Announcement and Webinar Schedule
On October 13, 2026, the Securities and Futures Commission (the "SFC") issued a circular notifying regulated entities of its intention to conduct two sessions of an anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism (""AML/CFT"") webinar on 12 November 2026 and 13 November 2026 respectively. Both sessions shall be delivered remotely via the Zoom platform.
Scope and Objectives of the Sessions
The webinars are designed to serve a fourfold purpose: (i) to furnish attendees with an update on material regulatory developments in the AML/CFT space; (ii) to disseminate supervisory observations arising from the SFC's ongoing oversight activities pertaining to AML/CFT compliance obligations; (iii) to provide an overview of prevailing scam typologies and outline the Hong Kong Police Force's current anti-scam strategies; and (iv) to present emerging money laundering patterns together with feedback on suspicious transaction reporting practices.
Eligible Participants and Professional Development Credit
Regulated firms are advised to nominate appropriate management personnel, supervisory staff, or compliance officers for attendance. Participation is without cost, and attendees who remain throughout the full duration of a session shall be entitled to 2.5 Continuous Professional Training (""CPT"") hours.
Enrolment Procedure and Allocation Criteria
Each firm is required to submit no more than one enrolment form through the designated online link on or before 27 October 2026, with a maximum of two representatives per entity. Seat allocation shall follow a strict first-come, first-served basis: priority will be given initially to the first nominee listed in each submitted form; any residual capacity thereafter shall be allocated to second nominees under the same principle. Successful applicants shall receive confirmation by electronic mail no later than two days prior to the respective webinar session.
Inquiries and Reference Particulars
Any queries concerning this circular or the webinars may be directed to the Intermediaries Division of the SFC at
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