Force says it has handled 183 incidents involving unlawful possession of fireworks from January 30 to Thursday Police spokesman warns of possible fines and jail time for anyone caught with or lighting ... ( read original story ...)
Cryptocurrency and Financial Freedom
His portfolio includes private equity investments in licensed banks, crypto exchange, payment systems, Fintech & blockchain companies, social media projects and multi-strategy algorithmic trading ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Virtual Lender ZA Bank Gains Securities License
Hong Kong-based ZA Bank has obtained a license from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) for Type 1 regulated activity. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Reports Record 350 Daily Covid Cases: SCMP
Hong Kong reported a record 350 daily coronavirus cases on Saturday, the South China Morning Post reported, citing health authorities. Secretary for the Civil Service Patrick Nip Tak-kuen, responsible ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: bleak Lunar New Year for Hong Kong businesses as tightened restrictions dampen festive mood, keep people at home
"Business went from bad to worse," he said ... said the shutdown of venues was tipping businesses into closing down for good because Hong Kong's operating environment had become too unpredictable. ( read original story ...)
Stress, anxiety, trauma: how Hong Kong Covid-19 travel curbs affect the mental health of expat families, for whom there are few upsides to isolation
A psychologist's study of Covid-19 flight curbs and quarantine on expat families in Hong Kong reveals anxiety, stress - trauma even - and some silver linings 'When will I be able to hold my children?' ... ( read original story ...)
Nexalin seeks to raise $10M in IPO for neurostimulation devices to treat anxiety, insomnia
The JV will be based in Hong Kong. For the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2021, Nexalin reported a net loss of $3M on revenue of $120K. For a more in-depth look at Nexalin, check out SA contributor ... ( read original story ...)
How Hong Kong’s budget can help boost the vaccination rate
Unvaccinated people with financial needs may seek help from the government. Reaching herd immunity is the only way to recover from the pandemic. The results of a recent survey by the American Chamber ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Authorities Have ‘No Mercy’ as Cancer-Stricken Activist Arrested
Hours before the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics began Friday, Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Koo Sze-yiu was arrested by national security law police on charges of “inciting subversion of state power. ( read original story ...)
IPO-Bound Tuhu Searches for Profits in Aftermarket Car Services
The company is trying to sell its story to investors in its filing for an IPO in Hong Kong late last month. It reportedly flirted with the idea of a U.S. IPO as well, but in the end decided on Hong ... ( read original story ...)
Asian markets rise as HK returns with rally
It also came as the Bank of England announced a second successive rate increase ... soothed some of those concerns and provided some support to Asia yesterday. Hong Kong led the way, rising more than ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong welcomes the year of the Tiger
To start the year with good fortune, Hong Kongers like to go to pray at Wong Tai Sin Temple, or Dai Sian, the busiest temple in Hong Kong. Dong Lai Shun Sichuan Spicy Seafood Poon Choi and Joyo us ... ( read original story ...)
Asia report: Banks in Hong Kong lead most bourses higher
South Korea's Kospi was ahead 1.57% at 2,750.26, while the Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong jumped 3.24% to 24,573.29, having been closed since Monday for the Lunar New Year. Anglo-Asian banks led the ... ( read original story ...)
Covid-19 looms large over Hong Kong’s office market as companies implement work-from-home
Lam Ka-sing is a business reporter who covers property affairs and results. He joined the Post in 2017 and has a degree in international journalism from Hong Kong Baptist University. ( read original story ...)