KuCoin CEO BC Wong Endorses Hong Kong’s RegTech Approach as a Global Model at FinTech Week 2025

HONG KONG – November 4, 2025 — Speaking at the “Regulator and Visionary Forum” during Hong Kong FinTech Week 2025, KuCoin CEO BC Wong highlighted Hong Kong’s regulatory framework as a credible benchmark for the digital finance sector worldwide. Wong praised the city’s use of regulatory technology (RegTech) to create a transparent, secure, and forward-looking environment for digital asset markets.

Participating in a panel discussion titled “The Globalization of Digital Asset Trading: Building a Borderless Financial Ecosystem,” Wong pointed to the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission’s (SFC) science-based regulatory model as a leading example.

“The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has pioneered a RegTech-driven, science-based approach to regulation. This not only enhances market safety and transparency but also provides a clear framework for industry development,” he said.

Wong stressed that transparent and consistent compliance is essential for building trust within the ecosystem.

“Platforms must ensure full and transparent disclosure to regulators. We cannot claim compliance in words but act otherwise. Trust comes from transparency, consistency, and accountability,” he added.

He also described KuCoin’s positioning as a Web3 financial infrastructure provider rather than solely a trading platform. The company currently employs 1,300 people, with more than 80 percent working in engineering and technical roles, underscoring its emphasis on technology and security.

This strategic focus on both innovation and regulatory alignment, Wong noted, is key to maintaining the trust of users and regulators alike. He also linked this approach with Hong Kong’s broader RegTech leadership, saying:

“A truly trusted exchange must be reliable to users, to regulators, and to its employees, and must uphold consistent standards across all jurisdictions.”

Wong concluded by reaffirming KuCoin’s commitment to ongoing regulatory dialogue and collaboration, particularly with authorities in Hong Kong, as the company continues to support the global growth of a secure and transparent digital finance ecosystem.