AMINA Gains Hong Kong License for Crypto Services

AMINA (Hong Kong) Limited has been upgraded to offer cryptocurrency spot trading and asset custody to professional investors, under Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission’s new rules.

This milestone positions AMINA as a leader in Hong Kong’s evolving crypto market, catering to institutional needs for regulated digital asset services.

AMINA Achieves First International Bank Status in Hong Kong

AMINA (Hong Kong) Limited has received a critical Type 1 license upgrade from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), officially authorizing the international banking group to offer cryptocurrency spot trading and asset custody services to professional investors. The company has launched 24/7 trading, custody, and crypto deposits to whitelisted addresses, beginning with 13 cryptocurrencies including BTC, ETH, USDC, and USDT.

This upgrade allows AMINA to provide regulated crypto services targeting high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients, reflecting a significant move to align crypto offerings with Hong Kong’s evolving legal framework. Through its enhanced services, AMINA will enter the broader digital asset market in Hong Kong while maintaining stringent regulatory compliance.

“We are proud to be the first international banking group to receive this Type 1 license, which uniquely positions us to serve professional investors looking for compliant cryptocurrency trading and custody services in Hong Kong.” — Franz Bergmueller, CEO, AMINA Bank

Bitcoin Price Drops as Market Welcomes AMINA’s New License

Did you know? Hong Kong has consistently moved towards integrating institutional crypto services, with AMINA becoming the first international banking group in Asia to receive such a comprehensive license for digital asset operations.

CoinMarketCap reports that Bitcoin (BTC), currently trading at $91,954.13, faces a market cap of $1.83 trillion with a market dominance of 58.74%. It has experienced a 3.24% price decline over the past 24 hours and a 13.35% fall in the last seven days as of November 18, 2025.

Coincu’s research team indicates expanding institutional crypto services could enhance liquidity and cross-border trading, especially in regulated markets like Hong Kong. The anticipated growth aligns with historical trends showing increased demand for compliant digital asset platforms among high-net-worth and institutional investors.