HSBC (LSE:HSBA) and Standard Chartered received stablecoin licenses from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, marking a first for banks in the territory. The central bank has warned about a rise in fake ...
Hong Kong advances licensed stablecoins with launch of AI-powered anti-fraud platform
Hong Kong is stepping up its efforts to cement its place as a regional digital financial powerhouse, introducing new stablecoin legislation, a blockchain-powered anti-fraud system, and AI-driven ...
Uber says acquiring e-hail taxi startup FlyTaxi
Uber says it is acquiring the Hong Kong e-hail taxi start-up FlyTaxi. Launched 13 years ago, locally-built FlyTaxi was ...
Hong Kong taxi driver arrested for dangerous driving, hitting speeds of 160km/h
Undercover officers intercept driver, 31, after he completed 42km trip from Sai Kung Country Park to border checkpoint in about 30 mins Hong Kong police have arrested a taxi driver for dangerous ...
Hong Kong slams attempts to sugarcoat Jimmy Lai case in press freedom index
Authorities accuse some media groups of conflating Lai case with press freedom to vilify Hong Kong and mislead public.
Hong Kong Anti-Fraud Alliance Platform Officially Launched
The Hong Kong Anti-Fraud Alliance, jointly initiated by Legislative Council members, technology leaders, and community representatives, officially held its Platform Launch Ceremony on April 22 at the ...
Hong Kong’s Coleman Wong set to ‘sweat blood’ in bid to reach mainland China final
The 21-year-old topples home favourite Bu Yunchaokete to book Jiujiang semi-final clash with Sun Fajing on Saturday.
Moonshot AI and Other Chinese Firms Weigh Corporate Overhaul in Wake of Meta-Manus Deal Reversal
Chinese tech startups such as Moonshot AI and DeepRoute.ai are considering changing their corporate structures—in which they’re technically based overseas—in favor of incorporating in China. That ...
Hong Kong police investigate ‘suspicious’ fire after man dies in fall
Hong Kong authorities are investigating a suspicious fire that broke out in a residential flat, after a man died when he fell from a building and an elderly woman was overcome due to heavy smoke.
Uber acquires rival FlyTaxi in Hong Kong push, Sing Tao reports
Uber Technologies Inc. has agreed to acquire Hong Kong’s FlyTaxi as part of its expansion plans in the city, Sing Tao Daily reported, citing an announcement by the US-based company.
Hong Kong steps up enforcement as online e-cigarette sales continue despite ban
Overseas platforms still shipping products to the city despite ban, prompting authorities to boost patrols and digital surveillance.
Young Hong Kong basketball players to get elite coaching in EASL’s Future Champions plan
The programme, in collaboration with the Jockey Club, has also been launched in Macau and Cebu City, with 176 participants across three cities.
Hong Kong bans public vaping, eyes wider restrictions
Vaping and the use of e-cigarettes in public spaces are now prohibited in Hong Kong, as city authorities ramp up efforts to curb tobacco use and protect public health. The ban took effect on Thursday ...
Gold, cruises and Dior: how Hong Kong lenders are enticing wealthy mainland China visitors
With 980,000 visitors from the mainland expected during golden week, Hong Kong lenders line up incentives to capture wealthy customers.