The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) convened the inaugural meeting of the Virtual Asset Consultative Panel (VACP) for SFC-licensed virtual asset trading platforms (VATPs), creating a standing forum to inform regulatory policy for the sector and set policy priorities tied to market development and investor safeguards. Chaired by the SFC’s Executive Director of Intermediaries, Dr Eric Yip, the VACP comprises all licensed VATPs represented by members of their senior management. The panel is intended to support ongoing engagement with licensed platforms, with a focus on encouraging innovation while maintaining adherence to regulatory standards.