中國股票基金尋求香港批准現貨比特幣 ETF

據報道，在加密貨幣價格飆升和香港努力成為全球金融科技中心的背景下，中國大陸的股票基金已申請透過其香港子公司推出現貨比特幣交易所交易基金（ETF）。嘉實基金管理公司香港分公司自 1 月以來一直在等待證券及期貨事務監察委員會 (SFC) 的批准，此前曾於 2022 年 12 月推出期貨加密 ETF。

Hong Kong Subsidiaries of Chinese Equity Funds File Applications for Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

中國股票基金香港子公司提交現貨比特幣交易所交易基金（ETF）申請

Amidst a surge in cryptocurrency prices and Hong Kong's aspirations to become a global fintech hub, Chinese mainland-based equity funds have reportedly filed applications to introduce novel spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) through their subsidiaries in Hong Kong.

據報道，在加密貨幣價格飆升和香港渴望成為全球金融科技中心的背景下，中國大陸的股票基金已提交申請，透過其香港子公司推出新型現貨比特幣交易所交易基金（ETF）。

This development follows the approval of futures-based crypto ETFs by the Securities & Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong in October 2022, marking a significant milestone for the digital asset industry in Asia. Notably, Harvest Fund Management's Hong Kong branch has been actively pursuing approval for spot Bitcoin ETFs since January.

在此之前，香港證券及期貨事務監察委員會（證監會）於 2022 年 10 月批准了基於期貨的加密貨幣 ETF，這標誌著亞洲數位資產產業的一個重要里程碑。值得注意的是，自一月以來，嘉實基金管理公司香港分公司一直在積極尋求現貨比特幣 ETF 的批准。

In a recent report by Securities Times, a Chinese state-owned newspaper, it was revealed that several Chinese equity funds have submitted applications to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs. However, the identities of all the applicants have not been disclosed publicly.

中國國營報紙《證券時報》最近報道稱，多家中國股票基金已提交推出現貨比特幣ETF的申請。不過，所有申請人的身分尚未公開。

This surge in interest in spot Bitcoin ETFs underscores the growing recognition of Bitcoin as a legitimate asset class among institutional investors. The increasing adoption and regulatory clarity surrounding cryptocurrencies have played a significant role in bolstering institutional confidence.

人們對現貨比特幣 ETF 的興趣激增，凸顯了機構投資者日益認識到比特幣是一種合法資產類別。加密貨幣的日益普及和監管的明確性在增強機構信心方面發揮了重要作用。

Furthermore, China Asset Management's Hong Kong division, one of China's largest asset management companies, has reportedly forged a strategic partnership with Hong Kong-based licensed crypto exchange HashKey. This partnership aims to promote and advance initiatives related to Web 3.0 within the asset management industry in Hong Kong.

此外，據報道，中國最大的資產管理公司之一華夏基金香港分部已與香港持牌加密貨幣交易所 HashKey 建立戰略合作夥伴關係。此次合作旨在促進並推動香港資產管理產業內與 Web 3.0 相關的措施。

Industry experts speculate that the earliest approvals for spot Bitcoin ETFs in Asia could be granted as early as this quarter. However, a definitive timeline has yet to be announced by regulatory authorities.

產業專家推測，亞洲現貨比特幣 ETF 最快可能在本季獲得批准。不過，監管機構尚未公佈明確的時間表。

Hong Kong's commitment to fostering a conducive environment for the crypto sector has been evident in recent months. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority and the SFC have expressed their readiness to consider applications for spot crypto ETFs. Additionally, the city plans to introduce regulatory oversight for over-the-counter (OTC) trading of virtual assets and enable intermediary institutions to offer various virtual asset services, including futures and ETF trading.

近幾個月來，香港致力於為加密貨幣產業創造有利的環境，這項承諾顯而易見。香港金融管理局和證監會已表示準備考慮現貨加密貨幣 ETF 的申請。此外，該市計劃對虛擬資產場外交易（OTC）進行監管，並允許中介機構提供包括期貨和ETF交易在內的各種虛擬資產服務。

These initiatives demonstrate Hong Kong's proactive stance in embracing and regulating the burgeoning virtual asset sector. By creating a robust and compliant framework, Hong Kong aims to position itself as a leading global crypto hub, attracting both domestic and international investors and businesses.

這些舉措體現了香港在擁抱和監管蓬勃發展的虛擬資產產業方面的積極立場。透過創建一個強大且合規的框架，香港旨在將自己定位為全球領先的加密貨幣中心，吸引國內外投資者和企業。

The surging value of Bitcoin, which recently reached a high of over $73,000, has also contributed to the increasing demand for spot Bitcoin ETFs. The CSOP Bitcoin Futures ETF, Hong Kong's largest Bitcoin futures ETF, has experienced a five-fold increase in assets under management over the past five months, exceeding $100 million.

比特幣價值的飆升最近達到了 73,000 美元以上的高位，也導致了對現貨比特幣 ETF 的需求不斷增加。香港最大的比特幣期貨ETF—南方東英比特幣期貨ETF，過去五個月管理資產成長了五倍，超過1億美元。

The introduction of spot Bitcoin ETFs in Hong Kong not only provides investors with an accessible and regulated avenue to gain exposure to Bitcoin but also further legitimizes the cryptocurrency as a viable investment asset. As regulatory frameworks continue to evolve and institutional adoption grows, the demand for spot Bitcoin ETFs is expected to continue to rise.

香港推出現貨比特幣 ETF 不僅為投資者提供了一個可訪問且受監管的途徑來獲得比特幣，還進一步使加密貨幣作為可行的投資資產合法化。隨著監管框架的不斷發展和機構採用的增長，對現貨比特幣 ETF 的需求預計將繼續上升。