Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub is designed to provide Hong Kong-based start-ups with technology and guidance More than 40 local start-ups have joined the programme, including Clearbot, AlgoBot, ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong cell-cultured seafood startup Avant Meats raises $10.8m
Cell-based seafood producer Avant Meats has secured $10.8 million in a Series A funding round led by S2G Ventures, according to regulatory filings. S2G Ventures, which typically invests in companies ... ( read original story ...)
(HKSAR 25) Feature: Twin-city cooperation offers business launchpad for Hong Kong youths
It has been four years since Ho Yiu-wai, a Hong Kong young man, established his start-up in the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone at the Lok Ma Chau Loop in the ... ( read original story ...)
How Hong Kong can build a sports industry that’s profitable
The government's promise to invest in sport could mean more future Olympians and historic wins for the city, but the sector will need to make money too Hong Kong can't rely on major league matches and ... ( read original story ...)
Commentary: Demise of Jumbo floating restaurant symbolic to many Hong Kongers
Many were disappointed by the city’s lacklustre effort to save Jumbo but felt that there were increasing restrictions on how people could express their views to those in power, says the Financial ... ( read original story ...)
The Hong Kong bagel wars are more intense than you could ever imagine
Two rival bagel shops are at each other's throats, battling for the city's best bagel using social media — and hired muscle. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s enormous floating restaurant is now 3,300 feet below the South China Sea
The iconic restaurant that hosted celebrities from around the world is now sitting at the depth of 3,300 feet, maybe never to surface again. ( read original story ...)
(HKSAR 25) Feature: “In this vibrant city, I feel energy, freedom and efficiency” — Hong Kong in eyes of foreign residents
There is a group of foreigners in Hong Kong who first came here for work, business, or pursuing dreams. While living in the city, the beautiful "Pearl of the Orient" has become their second hometown. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong politicians call for investigation into sinking of Jumbo Floating Restaurant, amid speculation of human error in incident
Politicians from Third Side party urge government to reveal maritime assessment of vessel's seaworthiness, sea routes and where boat was heading to Maritime academic says it is still possible to ... ( read original story ...)
Mercedes names McKinsey exec Paul Gao to new post of chief strategy officer
Gao, who was most recently a senior partner at McKinsey in Hong Kong, will have a special focus on China, which is Mercedes-Benz's largest single market. ( read original story ...)
Will NFT, metaverse developments in Hong Kong help deliver the city’s next ‘Octopus moment’ in a post-pandemic world?
Launched in September 1997, the Octopus card quickly became a symbol of Hong Kong's ability to foster innovative technology Nearly 25 years later, digital-first enterprises focused on NFT and ... ( read original story ...)
Coming up: Celebrating Hong Kong’s return to the motherland
July 1 marks the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to motherland. Two days ahead of the special day, China Daily is launching special live coverage, inviting guest speakers from different areas ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong exchange sets terms for Evergrande to avoid delisting
Chinese Evergrande said that Hong Kong’s stock exchange has set the terms for it to avoid delisting, as turmoil in the country’s property sector pushed a gauge of As ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong could start quarantine-free business travel corridor with mainland China, fight for more flexible rules on border reopening, advisers urge
Exco members propose allowing travellers to head to mainland China on small-scale basis, to meet employees and business partners New administration could press Hong Kong's case during border reopening ... ( read original story ...)