CoinVoice has recently learned that according to the official website of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the second phase of the "Digital Hong Kong Dollar" pilot program requires applications to be submitted via email on or before last Friday, May 17, 2024. The application has now closed. The HKMA plans to interview the shortlisted applicants in May or June 2024, and the details will be notified to the shortlisted institutions. [Original link]