HONG KONG (AP) — Fireworks are typically a celebratory centerpiece of Hong Kong’s New Year celebrations. Not this year. The territory greeted 2026 without spectacular and colorful explosions in the ...
Hong Kong’s new smoking rules just kicked in. But is everyone sticking to them?
New rules include ban on anyone smoking at designated boarding points for public transport when waiting in queue of two or more people.
Jailed Hong Kong tycoon’s ‘teeth rotting and fingernails falling off’
The daughter of Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy tycoon jailed in Hong Kong, has expressed concerns about her father's deteriorating health in prison, saying that his fingernails "sometimes fall off" and ...
Hong Kong ditches fireworks and welcomes 2026 in the most unique way
The New Year celebrations of Hong Kong are globally famous for their magnificent fireworks. However this year the celebrations were a little different.
‘Be public representatives, not commentators,’ John Lee tells Hong Kong lawmakers
John Lee, first city leader to speak at Legco oath-taking ceremony, urges lawmakers to proactively advise government and provide effective solutions.
Hong Kong Stocks Log Best Year Since 2017 as AI Boom Fuels Tech Rally
Hong Kong stocks ended 2025 with a second consecutive annual gain, posting their best performance since 2017 in percentage terms, thanks to a tech rally fueled by artificial intelligence.
Chinese AI firm MiniMax, others launch Hong Kong IPOs in year-end rush
Dec 31 (Reuters) - Chinese AI startup MiniMax Group spearheaded six Hong Kong listings worth HK$16.7 billion ($2.15 billion) launched on Wednesday, exchange filings showed, as AI and chipmakers power ...
Hong Kong rings in 2026 without fireworks after deadliest blaze in decades
Hong Kong will ring in 2026 without fireworks over Victoria Harbor after a massive fire in November killed at least 161 people.
Chinese AI Startup MiniMax Seeks $538 Million in Hong Kong IPO
MiniMax, a major Chinese AI startup that develops foundation models, aims to raise as much as 4.19 billion Hong Kong dollars ($538 million) in its initial public offering, according to the firm’s ...
Hong Kong restaurants, bars gear up for packed 2026 countdown parties
About 80 to 90 per cent of tables booked at Lan Kwai Fong’s restaurants and bars, while seaview eateries in Kowloon expect a hit from cancelled fireworks show.
Hong Kong’s newest anti-scam technology is over-the-counter banking
Funds in ‘Money Safe’ accounts are only available when customers appear for face-to-face verification Hong Kong’s banks have a new weapon against scams: Accounts that require customers to visit a ...
Digital Banking : Hong Kong’s Mox Bank Concludes 2025 with Steady Growth and Key Milestones
Hong Kong's digital banking service provider, Mox Bank, has solidified its position as a fintech powerhouse in 2025, now serving 750,000 customers.
Hong Kong IPO Momentum Builds as Six Chinese Firms Seek to Raise Over $2.0 Billion
The companies, spanning from artificial intelligence to chip designers and biopharmaceuticals, aim to raise around US$2.13 billion, according to filings to Hong Kong’s exchange operator.
China and Hong Kong IPO pipelines appear promising in 2026, says EY
EY's Asia Pacific IPO Leader Ringo Choi outlines his outlook for 2026 IPO activity, identifying China and Hong Kong as key listing hubs and noting growing potential in Japan and South Korea. He ...