LTP Secures Hong Kong SFC Type 1, 2, 4, 5, and 9 Licenses, Strengthening Position as a Regulated Leader in Virtual Asset Prime Brokerage

LTP, a leading institutional prime brokerage specializing in virtual asset markets, today announced a major regulatory milestone: its Hong Kong subsidiary, LiquidityTech Limited (LTP HK), has successfully obtained licenses from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to conduct multiple regulated activities.  Underscoring the firm’s steadfast commitment to regulatory excellence, institutional-grade services offering, and robust investor protection in the financial service ecosystem.

The newly secured licenses include:

• Type 1 – Dealing in Securities
• Type 2 – Dealing in Futures Contracts
• Type 4 – Advising on Securities
• Type 5 – Advising on Futures Contracts
• Type 9 – Asset Management

With these regulatory approvals, LTP HK is now licensed to offer a comprehensive range of regulated financial services to institutional clients, including proprietary trading firms, hedge funds, asset managers, and corporate investors. This regulatory achievement positions LTP HK as the first virtual asset focused prime brokerage licensed for multiple regulated activities, further solidifying its credibility and leadership within the dynamic financial services landscape.

“Regulatory compliance is a fundamental pillar of our institutional prime brokerage services” said Jack Yang, Founder and CEO of LTP. “Being the first virtual asset focused prime brokerage to secure a comprehensive suite of SFC licenses, we underscore our unwavering commitment to serving institutional clients who demand secure, high-performance trading infrastructure in one of the world’s leading financial centers.”

“This regulatory milestone marks a strategic leap forward in our mission to bridge traditional finance with digital asset innovation. As Hong Kong cements its role as a global hub for financial innovation, LTP HK is poised to empower institutions with agile, compliant, customer protected solutions that drive growth in evolving markets.” Ethan Wang, CEO of LiquidityTech Limited (LTP HK), added.

As Hong Kong advances its vision to become a leading hub for digital assets and fintech innovation, LTP HK is uniquely positioned to deliver secure, efficient, and fully regulated institutional trading solutions. The firm’s comprehensive suite of SFC licensing further aligns with the region’s regulatory priorities, playing a pivotal role in establishing Hong Kong as a global hub for digital assets and fintech innovation.