The People’s Bank of China has expanded its central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot by linking it to Hong Kong’s fast payments system and allowing local residents to top up their wallets.
Hong Kong regulator directs Worldcoin to cease operations citing privacy concerns
A Hong Kong regulator on Wednesday served an enforcement notice to Worldcoin Foundation directing it to cease all operations of the cryptocurrency project in the country, citing risk to privacy and ...
Ex-Royal Marine charged with being Hong Kong spy found dead in ‘unexplained’ circumstances
A British man charged with spying for Hong Kong was mysteriously found dead in a UK park over the weekend — just days before he was set to face court. The body of Matthew Trickett, 37, was discovered by a passerby in Grenfell Park in Maidenhead ...
Hong Kong police arrest 100 suspects linked to scams totalling HK$180 million in losses
Hong Kong police have arrested 100 suspects linked to scams with losses totalling HK$180 million as part of a crackdown on fraud and money laundering. Sham Shui Po district police said on Wednesday ...
‘Little’ or mega events? Hong Kong must be more aggressive to attract stars, ‘make noise’ on global stage in tourism drive, industry says
Analysts point to Singapore’s tie-up with Taylor Swift as good example of aggressive tactics, with international sports competitions also top of the wish list for some.
Hong Kong Government Halts Worldcoin’s Iris Scanning Operations over Privacy Concerns
The Hong Kong government stopped Worldcoin from conducting iris scanning operations in the nation due to privacy concerns
‘Lawful’ capital welcome in Hong Kong, treasury chief says amid Dubai prince Ali Al Maktoum’s plans to return for US$500 million family office opening
Treasury chief Christopher Hui says city adopted various policies and strategies to attract different institutions to establish family offices Maktoum's top aide in city reveals prince set to return ...
‘Little’ or mega events? Hong Kong must be more aggressive, ‘make noise’ on global stage in tourism drive, industry says
Analysts point to Singapore’s tie-up with Taylor Swift as good example of aggressive tactics, with international sports competitions also top of the wish list for some.
Worldcoin ordered to stop operations in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) has concluded its inquiry into the Worldcoin project. It has been determined that Worldcoin ...
HANG SENG BANK Repurchases 300K Shrs for $34.04M
HANG SENG BANK (00011.HK) disclosed in its statement that it repurchased 300,000 shares of the company on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong at $111.5-114.2 per share on 21 May, involving about $34.04 ...
Face it, Hong Kong’s bars won’t recover unless enough expats return
The expatriates and international travellers who went away have mostly been replaced by mainlanders – but hanging out in bars is a predominantly Western social practice.
Hong Kong renowned for its clean govt: CE
Hong Kong is at the forefront of the international fight against corruption, Chief Executive John Lee said on Wednesday, while vowing to sustain the
A Hong Kong noodle seller blows his top, and suddenly everyone agrees restaurant service levels have sunk, need improving
Manpower crunch blamed for decline, with patrons saying they get better service when they travel No apology from restaurant that sparked debate, with owner saying some customers are just too much At a ...
A man charged with helping the Hong Kong intelligence service in the UK has been found dead
LONDON (AP) — A man charged with assisting Hong Kong authorities with gathering intelligence in the United Kingdom has died in unexplained circumstances, British police said Tuesday.