[Victory Securities to Implement 'Buy Prohibition' Restrictions on Virtual Asset Accounts Identified as 'Mainland IP'] According to a report by Jinse Finance citing Hong Kong media HKEJ, local Hong Kong brokers have begun tightening regulations on mainland investments in virtual assets. A notice sent by Victory Securities to its clients indicates that starting from December 19, 2025, the company will implement a 'buy prohibition' restriction on virtual asset accounts identified as originating from 'Mainland IP' addresses, a move suspected to close loopholes.