/PRNewswire/ -- As one of Hong Kong's first licensed brokers to upgrade its SFC license in September 2023, Eddid Financial has spent two years strategically advancing into digital assets and Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization—showcasing institutional-grade innovation while shaping market standards.
Early-Mover Advantage: Setting Benchmarks in Digital Asset Compliance
Securing Hong Kong SFC's upgraded license positioned Eddid Securities & Futures among elite brokers authorized for digital asset trading, market making, and custody services. Key 2024 milestones include:
- Participating in Asia’s first Bitcoin/ETH spot ETFs as a primary market agent
- Enabling in-kind ETF subscriptions (BTC/ETH) for retail/professional investors
- Offering margin financing for virtual asset ETFs
Dr. W.K. Yeung, Head of Virtual Assets at Eddid, notes: "Our first-mover status isn’t just about timing—it’s a commitment to merging compliance with market infrastructure development."
Strategic Alliances and Technological Edge
Eddid’s ecosystem thrives through partnerships with HashKey Exchange and EXIO Limited, delivering:
✅ 24/7 liquidity provisioning
✅ Institutional-grade trading APIs
✅ Cross-platform settlement efficiencies
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Market Making and Stablecoin Innovations
With Hong Kong’s 2025 Stablecoin Ordinance enactment, Eddid is piloting applications in:
- Cross-border settlements
- Merchant payments
- Treasury management
"Stablecoins bridge traditional finance and Web3," emphasizes Dr. Yeung. "They’re accelerators for global digital economies."
RWA Tokenization: The Next Frontier
Eddid’s RWA roadmap aligns with Hong Kong’s Policy Declaration 2.0, focusing on:
| Service | Asset Class | Key Benefit |
|-------------------|-------------------|---------------------------------|
| Fractionalization | Commercial real estate | Enhanced liquidity |
| Debt tokenization | Corporate bonds | Lower entry thresholds |
| Fund digitization | Private equity | Secondary market accessibility |
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Vision: Cementing Hong Kong’s Global Digital Asset Leadership
Eddid’s 2025-2026 priorities:
- Expand RWA product suites
- Integrate AI-driven risk analytics
- Partner with global custodians
"Tokenization isn’t a niche—it’s the future of asset interoperability," concludes Dr. Yeung.
FAQ: Eddid’s Digital Asset Initiatives
Q: How does in-kind ETF redemption work?
A: Investors exchange BTC/ETH directly for ETF shares via Eddid’s platform, eliminating fiat conversion delays.
Q: What safeguards exist for RWA investments?
A: All tokenized assets undergo legal structuring, smart contract audits, and independent valuations.
Q: Are stablecoin services available to retail users?
A: Initially for institutional clients, with phased retail access following regulatory approvals.
Q: How does Eddid ensure market-making liquidity?
A: Algorithmic strategies combined with reserve pools maintain tight spreads during volatility.
Q: Which jurisdictions are targeted for RWA expansion?
A: Southeast Asian real estate and European private credit markets are priority corridors.
Q: Can investors stake digital assets with Eddid?
A: Staking services are under development, pending SFC guidelines.