Hong Kong Advances CBDC Development with e-HKD Pilot Completion
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has wrapped up Phase II of its digital currency pilot, testing the e-HKD and tokenized deposits across 11 real-world applications. Trials demonstrated both forms of digital money enable cheaper, programmable transactions with institutional-grade security.
Wholesale financial applications will take priority in the rollout, with tokenization standards and policy frameworks slated for completion by mid-2026. The project involved collaboration with major banks, tech firms, and payment providers—a deliberate step toward cementing Hong Kong's position as a digital finance hub.