Hong Kong, 20 April, 2026 - OSL Group (HKEX:863) (OSL), a global stablecoin payment and trading platform, and PantherTrade (Hong Kong) Limited (PantherTrade), wholly owned by Futu Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: FUTU), today announced that they have joined forces to advance a safer, more transparent digital asset market in Hong Kong. As part of this effort, OSL's wholly-owned OSL Digital Securities (OSL HK) and PantherTrade, both SFC-licensed Virtual Asset Trading Platforms (VATPs), have successfully implemented a Travel Rule integration, establishing end-to-end identity verification across digital asset transfers between the two platforms.
The integration ensures that identity data is securely exchanged across all transfer touchpoints—including exchange-to-exchange movements, custodial wallet transfers, and crypto deposits and withdrawals—within a framework of transparency and regulatory accountability. For users, this means stronger fraud prevention and the confidence that their assets move within a fully verified, regulated environment, without any disruption to the trading experience.
Beyond securing current transfers, the compliance foundation established through this collaboration also positions both platforms for the next phase of digital asset growth in Hong Kong - including the anticipated integration of HKD-backed stablecoins and other tokenized assets - ensuring all value movements meet the highest benchmarks of digital asset stewardship.
Eugene Cheung, Chief Commercial Officer of OSL Group, said:
"As the largest digital asset platform in Hong Kong, OSL has a responsibility to set the standard for how compliant, secure value movements should work in this market. This integration is a testament to that standard—and to OSL Group's global mission to make money flow as freely as information. On that foundation of trust, transparency and integrity, OSL has built a global stablecoin payment and trading network and will continue to grow it as a trusted bridge and partner worldwide."
Sherry Zhu, Global Head of Digital Asset of Futu Group, said:
"Our partnership with OSL marks a critical milestone as a collaboration between two SFC fully-licensed virtual asset trading platforms, furthering PantherTrade’s mission to foster a secure and transparent digital asset landscape in Hong Kong. Our joint implementation of the Rule establishes a vital bridge that allows digital assets to move with the same integrity as traditional finance. This collaboration reinforces our commitment to the highest standards of regulatory compliance and investor protection within the Futu ecosystem."
About OSL Group
OSL Group (HKEX: 863) is a global stablecoin payment and trading platform that strives to provide compliant and efficient digital financial infrastructure services globally, empowering enterprises, financial institutions and individuals to seamlessly exchange, pay, trade, and settle between fiat and digital currencies. Grounded in the core values of Open, Secure, and Licensed, it is committed to building a more efficient ecosystem that connects global markets and enables instant, seamless and compliant value movement worldwide. For media inquiries, please contact: [email protected]
About PantherTrade
PantherTrade (Hong Kong) Limited ("PantherTrade") is a Hong Kong SFC-licensed Virtual Asset Trading Platform (VATP), established and wholly owned by Futu Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: FUTU), a leading technology-driven financial services firm. Built from the ground up within the Futu ecosystem, PantherTrade is Hong Kong's first fully-licensed, brokerage-incubated VATP, purpose-built to bridge traditional finance and the digital asset world under a fully compliant regulatory framework.
PantherTrade provides a comprehensive suite of regulated digital asset services, including spot trading, institutional-grade asset custody, OTC trading, and RWA solutions. Deeply integrated with the Futu Group ecosystem, PantherTrade enables seamless cross-asset investment and bespoke wealth management services for retail, high-net-worth, and institutional clients alike.
Anchored by the regulatory culture and technology infrastructure of Futu Group, PantherTrade is committed to setting the benchmark for compliant, innovative digital asset services in Hong Kong and beyond.
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