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Strict new authentication rules for Hong Kong crypto platforms! What changes for investors?

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2 outlets - including Crypto and Coin-turk - are covering this story. The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has ordered licensed crypto trading platforms and online brokers to replace SMS-based authentication with phishing-resistant login methods within the next 12 months. According to the Hong Kong…

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Hong Kong SFC forces crypto platforms to ditch SMS authentication
Crypto.news Jul 9, 17:41 UTC

Hong Kong SFC forces crypto platforms to ditch SMS authentication

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has ordered licensed crypto trading platforms and online brokers to replace SMS-based authentication with phishing-resistant login methods within the next 12 months. According to the Hong Kong…

Strict new authentication rules for Hong Kong crypto platforms! What changes for investors?
CoinTurk News Jul 9, 14:18 UTC

Strict new authentication rules for Hong Kong crypto platforms! What changes for investors?

🚨 Hong Kong bans SMS and app-based one-time codes for crypto accounts! ⚡ New SFC rules now require hardware-based authentication to shield investors in $ETH and beyond. 🛡️ Losses from phishing attacks hit $366 million in the first half of…