Police arrested Joseph Lam and five others on Monday for "conspiracy to defraud" investors, and nearly HK$1 billion could be involved.
Hong Kong influencer Joseph Lam arrested amid JPEX cryptocurrency investigation involving HK$34 million in assets
Hong Kong police have arrested influencer Joseph Lam Chok in connection with cryptocurrency trading platform JPEX, which is at the centre of an investigation by the force and the city’s financial ...
Mainland Markets Rise As Hong Kong Shorts Press Their Bets
Asian equities had a rough start to the week except for Mainland China, which outperformed the region while Japan was closed for the “Respect for the Aged Day” holiday.
7 in 10 Hongkongers expect to work after retirement, as savings will not suffice to provide quality of life: HSBC survey
Hong Kong people believe they need US$1.1 million to retire comfortably, but they face a shortfall of US$815,000, HSBC survey says Yet Hongkongers are less likely than their peers in other places ...
TWF Urges Breaking Gender Zero-sum Thinking Promote Gender Equality to Sustain HK’s Competitiveness
As we move into the post-pandemic era, the world is facing new challenges and competition for talent across industries. To maintain its competitiveness, Hong Kong must prioritise and showcase its ...
Hong Kong home prices seen falling by 5 per cent after 7 major lenders including HSBC, Standard Chartered set to increase mortgage rates
Hong Kong home prices are expected to fall by up to 5 per cent by the end of this year, analysts say, after seven major lenders said they will raise their mortgage rates as early as Monday. HSBC, ...
JPEX-Crypto Platform to suspend trades on Monday amid investigation in Hong Kong
Police have received at least 83 complaints related to platform, involving virtual assets worth about HK$34 million.
Hong Kong Warns Crypto Firms Against Using Banking Terms
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has warned the public about cryptocurrency companies that pose as banks and use banking terminology.
272 companies expanded to Hong Kong as foreign capitals regain confidence in the city, secretary for commerce has said
The Hong Kong government has attracted 272 companies to develop business in Hong Kong this year, the city’s commerce secretary has said. Speaking on a Commercial Radio show on Saturday, Secretary for ...
Hong Kong parents slam Rosaryhill Secondary School over decision to close, demand letting pupils finish studies
Teacher Association chairman Baljinder Singh says decision to close has disrupted staff morale, students' routine and lives of their families Drastic reduction in enrolment numbers and financial ...
Hang Seng names new head of commercial banking
Hang Seng Bank appointed Regina Lee as head of commercial banking and a member of the Executive Committee, effective 14 October. Regina will take over from Donald Lam, the current Head of Commercial ...
StanChart HK inks MOU to promote business, dev’t between HK and Dubai
This include promoting the growth of family offices, fintechs, and virtual asset industries. Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong has inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Dubai Department ...
Hong Kong’s Temple Street on a comeback? Cuisine, cultural experience urged for forgotten tourist spot under nightlife boost
The government on Thursday announced a raft of activities under a months-long citywide campaign to attract residents to stay out longer and boost the night economy. These include waterfront bazaars, evening programmes at theme parks and museums, free entry to the Happy Valley Racecourse, film screenings and expanded pedestrian areas.
Meet the typical Hong Kong millennial: They’re supporting their parents, can’t afford to buy homes, and have zero interest in moving to mainland China
Over 80% of millennials in Hong Kong live with their parents. The 2019-2020 protests had an impact on their mindset. Hong Kong's millennials differ from their elders by being more vocal, expressive, ...