The US had put forward a ‘bizarre’ fraud case against Meng Wanzhou that failed to show she risked HSBC’s reputation or loans, says the Huawei executive’s lawyer. ( read original story ...)
Manulife Hong Kong reports solid growth for second quarter and first half of 2021
The Manulife group of companies operating in Hong Kong ("Manulife Hong Kong") today announced solid financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2021, reporting robust growth notably in ... ( read original story ...)
EFG Bank Hong Kong Appoints New Head of Investment Solutions
EFG International has appointed a new Head of Investment Solutions, North Asia, Edmund Yun, to lead both the Product Advisory Team and the Investment Counsellors in Hong Kong. The appointment ... ( read original story ...)
Interest-Free Early Payday Option Introduced by Hong Kong’s Digital Banking Platform ZA Bank
Hong Kong-based digital bank ZA Bank has introduced “Salary FastPass,” which is an interest-free early payday option in Asia that lets people access their monthly salary up to 7 days in advance. ZA ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong police arrest 4 from university student union
Four members of a Hong Kong university student union were arrested Wednesday on accusations of advocating terrorism when they paid tribute to an attacker who stabbed a police officer and then killed ... ( read original story ...)
How tech unicorn Geek+ is nurturing a new generation of R&D talent in Hong Kong
Start-up specialises in smart logistics solutions incorporating robotics and artificial intelligence, with a goal to fully automate warehouses ... ( read original story ...)
Mirror: The boy band bringing joy and local pride to Hong Kong
In the middle of a Hong Kong shopping mall, hundreds of people are excitedly screaming and chanting. But this is not a recent democracy protest. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Quarantine Flip-Flop Creates Chaos for Travelers
Within 30 minutes of Hong Kong reversing its seven-day quarantine policy, Ovolo Hotels’ switchboard was swamped with calls. The operator of two facilities in the city’s mandatory quarantine program ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong quarantine U-turn a sucker punch for battered hotels sector
The return of more stringent travel restrictions in Hong Kong is likely to weigh on the city’s battered hotels sector, which is likely to record among the slowest recoveries in Asia, analysts said. ( read original story ...)
China’s anti-sanctions law: what is it, how will it take effect in Hong Kong and should the business community worry?
Beijing is discussing this week how to apply the law to Hong Kong, with an announcement expected on Friday Hong Kong officials offer reassurance the powers will only be used in retaliation for ... ( read original story ...)
Why Hong Kong’s crypto crown is slipping
Hong Kong has played a pivotal role in the short history of cryptocurrencies. The Chinese territory is the birthplace of some of the world’s largest crypto companies and the industry’s most pioneering ... ( read original story ...)
Coinllectibles Blockchain Firm Buying Hong Kong-U.K. Producer Phoenix Waters
Coinllectibles, a blockchain company involved in the art world, has announced plans to acquire Hong Kong-U.K. film and TV production company Phoenix Waters Productions. Headed by ... ( read original story ...)
Three-Way Merger Creates $4.3 Billion Global Wealth Management Firm
Two U.S. wealth managers have joined forces with a Hong Kong firm, with an eye toward helping global-minded investors maximize their assets—and minimize their taxes. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong, US firms merge to form Leo Wealth, a US$4.3 billion wealth consultancy
Hong Kong wealth advisory firm The Capital Company has merged with US counterparts LeoGroup and BFT Financial Group to create a US$4.3 billion consultancy called Leo Wealth. All three firms are ... ( read original story ...)