Hong Kong prides itself in being up with the latest technology and being a tech hub. But, cash remains king, and a digital yuan might become a digital yawn Digital currencies issued by central banks ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong sees sharp rise in phishing scams, as victims reveal personal data after receiving ‘SMS from the bank’
Cathay flight attendant who lost HK$83,000 from HSBC account hopes to get her money back, while monetary authority warns public to beware of hyperlinks in messages apparently sent by banks. ( read original story ...)
HKMA, Hong Kong banks warn public against phishing attacks
HKMA, Hong Kong banks warn public against phishing attacks Charmaine_Tadalan Wed, 07/07/2021 - 9:47 am Body Phishing emails and messages detected in the first half were 145% higher. The Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)
Companies in Hong Kong fear being crushed between China and US
US business groups say a Biden administration warning about the risks of operating in Hong Kong has made life more difficult for them as they navigate a sweeping security crackdown by China. Citing ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. warns businesses of risks as Hong Kong suppresses freedoms
An advisory issued Friday by the State, Treasury, Commerce and Homeland Security departments cautioned businesses that a new national security law poses risks to their operations in Hong Kong. ( read original story ...)
Wall Street banks’ IPO fees could come under pressure from mainland rivals if Beijing forces tech firms to list in Hong Kong
New rules on foreign listings by Chinese tech companies could shift more IPOs to Hong Kong, threatening lucrative fees earned by some of America’s biggest banks. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong unemployment set to continue falling but ‘hard times’ are ahead, finance secretary says
Jobless figures for 2021’s second quarter expected to return to levels of more than a year ago, according to Paul Chan. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Says Binance Security Token Offerings are Unregulated Activity
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a notice that Binance may be offering stock token offerings to Hong Kong investors. The SFC stated that Binance is not licensed to ... ( read original story ...)
American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong shows ‘long-term commitment’ to city with new office purchase in Central
Move unveiled on heels of Biden administration advisory to US businesses underscoring threats posed by national security law. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong: HK’s position remains resilient: FS
Financial Secretary Paul Chan said today that the implementation of the National Security Law has reinforced Hong Kong's position as an international financial centre. He also reiterated in his ... ( read original story ...)
National security law: University of Hong Kong student leaders probed over police stabbing motion to be ‘placed on watch list, intercepted if they try to leave city’
University of Hong Kong student leaders being investigated under the national security law for passing a resolution that "appreciated the sacrifice" of a man who stabbed a police officer before ... ( read original story ...)
China-US relations: Beijing threatens to deal ‘head-on’ blow after latest sanctions over Hong Kong
Washington accused of making ‘unprovoked smears’ after it warns businesses of heightened risks of operating in the city. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong: Govt refutes US’ allegation
The implementation of the National Security Law has reinforced Hong Kong's position as an international financial and business hub, despite repeated attempts by the US administration to slander the ... ( read original story ...)
Xinhua Commentary: U.S. moves against Hong Kong nothing but “paper tiger”
Provided by Xinhua There is no way for Washington to bent the will of the Chinese people to defend China national security interests and legitimate r ... ( read original story ...)