by Titus | Nov 17, 2025 | Blog, Criminal, Crypto
TL;DR If your Hong Kong bank account is frozen or police have contacted you about crypto transactions, act fast. Common allegations include fraud (s.16A Theft Ordinance) and “dealing with proceeds of crime” (s.25 OSCO), often triggered by funds routed from a third...
by Titus | Nov 10, 2025 | Articles, Blog, Crypto
Intro Trading or investing in cryptocurrencies offers exciting opportunities — but also real risks. In Hong Kong we’ve seen a sharp increase in crypto-scam cases: from 2,336 in 2022 to over 3,415 in 2023 alone, with losses totalling billions of HKD.It’s not just “bad...
by Titus | Oct 8, 2025 | Articles, Blog, COMMERCIAL LAW, Investment
TL;DR: An investment fund is a collective investment that pools investor money to buy assets under a professional manager. In Hong Kong, most funds fall under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO) definition of a collective investment scheme (CIS), and can be...
by Titus | Sep 12, 2025 | Blog, COMMERCIAL LAW, Employment Law
TL; DR: A vesting agreement (also called a vesting contract or vested equity agreement) sets out how founders, employees and advisors may earn ownership of a company over time. It aligns incentives, reduces the risk of “free-riders,” and is essential for startups,...
by Titus | Sep 4, 2025 | Articles, Blog, COMMERCIAL LAW, Employment Law
Navigating Employee Stock Ownership Plans in Hong Kong In today’s dynamic business landscape, attracting and retaining top talent is a critical challenge for companies worldwide, and Hong Kong is no exception. Business owners, company directors, startup...
by Titus | Aug 22, 2025 | Articles, Blog, COMMERCIAL LAW
Introduction In the dynamic world of startup funding, entrepreneurs and investors are constantly seeking efficient and flexible ways to fuel growth. One such instrument that has gained significant traction, particularly in early-stage financing, is the Simple...
