Iris Deng Delivers Opening Remarks on Governance of Listed Companies and Digital Assets in January 2026, Hong Kong
On January 15, 2026, Iris delivered opening remarks at an event organized by Stephenson Harwood, focusing on corporate governance for listed companies and virtual assets. In her address, she outlined emerging regulatory trends, disclosure frameworks, and licensing pathways shaping the future of digital assets and listed entity compliance. Iris provided strategic perspectives on balancing innovation with governance in an increasingly digital economy. While addressing to the governance professionals, company secretaries and legal advisors, she recognized that in-house legal community are the backbones of market integrity navigating this dual landscape.
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