AMINA Bank, regulated in Switzerland, has achieved a significant milestone by securing a Type 1 license upgrade from Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC). This makes AMINA the first international banking group to offer comprehensive crypto spot trading and custody services in Hong Kong. The approval marks a major advancement in Hong Kong's digital asset regulatory framework, which has seen a 233% year-on-year growth in early 2025, driven by institutional demand for secure custody infrastructure. The SFC's Type 1 license permits dealing in securities, essential for local crypto trading, and is part of a broader regulatory push that includes nine new virtual asset trading platform licenses and a standalone licensing regime for custodians. AMINA's entry into Hong Kong's market addresses a gap in institutional crypto access, offering regulated services to professional investors and family offices. The bank plans to expand its offerings to include private fund management and tokenized assets, aligning with Hong Kong's 2026 licensing roadmap.