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Virtual bank data scientists are driving bank hiring
Financial Services
12 Aug 19
Employers are now looking for more data scientists and full stack developers for mobile and web applications that go beyond the traditional set of...
Can Hong Kong retain the global IPO crown as US rivals step up game?
Markets & Investing
12 Aug 19
The number of listings in Q1 fell short of last year’s record with only US$4.63b raised across 52 deals in May.
How YouTrip is taking away the pain of overseas payment
Financial Services, Markets & Investing
6 Aug 19
The fintech startup helps its users save up to 3.5% on transaction fees and can even go as high as 5% in some cases.
Bill Gates-backed biotech in diagnostic push
Healthcare, Markets & Investing
6 Aug 19
PHASE Scientific's product portfolio has expanded to include major infectious diseases such as hepatitis and influenza.
ICW on digitising the supply chain
Markets & Investing
6 Aug 19
The firm works by connecting various international laboratories, making use of its big databases, artificial intelligence and team.
The Great Room debuts at One Taikoo Place
Commercial Property
5 Aug 19
The 24,000-sqft premium co-working space targets established corporates.
Small firms tap deep pockets for big disputes
Professional Services/Legal
31 Jul 19
Companies that run into a dispute can gain access to funding partners - such as publicly listed firms and high-net-worth individuals in China....
Look out, Starbucks: WeWork to launch charge-by-minute service
HR & Education
29 Jul 19
WeWork Go users need only scan a QR code upon arrival to start working.
How can local brands tug at Hong Kong consumers' heartstrings?
Media & Marketing
29 Jul 19
Only 7% of locals will choose homegrown brands over global ones, a study found.
HK startups cash in on strong VC flows
Markets & Investing
12 May 19
This year’s crop of hottest startups includes Hong Kong’s first virtual insurer; a firm aiming to revolutionise the renovation...
Hong Kong shapes up in heating virtual banking race
Financial Services
4 Apr 19
The first batch of licensees were granted to applicants with experience in running a deposit-taking and lending business.
New players enter scene but an iconic hotel exits
Hotels & Tourism
26 Mar 19
The Excelsior will be transformed into a mixed-use commercial building.
Spaces unveils sleek 20-storey co-working hub
Commercial Property
25 Mar 19
A pristine view of Victoria Harbour can be viewed at its top floor.
Fitness app developer OliveX nabs US$1m funding
Financial Services
25 Mar 19
Fasting tracker Vora is part of the developer's offerings.
HKDecoman raises US$1.4m to revamp Hong Kong's home renovation industry
Building & Engineering
25 Mar 19
It offers a one-stop shop including a physical outlet stocked with tools and an online marketplace.
Expense tracker gini raises $1.6m seed fund
Financial Services
25 Mar 19
The startup aims to make money management across markets easy and accessible.
Why HK's MBA providers are now banking on soft skills
HR & Education
15 Mar 19
New modules on Artificial Intelligtence and more focus on experiental teaching over academic knowledge are changing HK’s MBA agendas.
Hong Kong VC and tech deals go bigger as quality focus intensifies
Markets & Investing
27 Feb 19
SenseTime and Tinklabs closed billion-dollar funding rounds.
Hong Kong M&A activity slumped in 2018
Markets & Investing
15 Jan 19
Mergers and acquisitions deals fell to 1,050 transactions with a combined value of US$87.93b in 2018, down from 1,252 transactions with a combined...
Where to park your money in 2019
Financial Services
15 Jan 19
It was an undeniably terrible year for equities, but experts are not completely writing them off in 2019.
Baby Basics aims to be a one-stop online portal for all your infant essentials
Retail
9 Jan 19
It also unveiled its physical store in Lansing House following a positive online response.
Alphaslot makes a bet on blockchain-powered casino gaming
Leisure & Entertainment, Markets & Investing
9 Jan 19
It is also launching a utility token called SLOT for in-game purchases.
Ztore.com hauls $62m in series B round
Markets & Investing, Retail
9 Jan 19
Funding proceeds will be used to launch its Ztore App.
The hammer falls on Hong Kong's auction houses
Economy
9 Jan 19
Christie’s Hong Kong 2018 autumn auctions raised $2.75b in late November, an 11.6% fall from the $3.11b raised over its spring 2018 auctions...
Insurtech, hiring spree reshape Hong Kong's insurance scene
Financial Services
21 Dec 18
The rolll-out of the IFRS 17 calls for massive hiring of regulatory professionals.
Robo-advisory platform Quantifeed raises US$10m in series B round
Financial Services
4 Oct 18
The proceeds will be used to fuel its expansion plans.
Digital bank Neat scores US$2m from Dymon Asia and Portag3 Ventures
Financial Services
4 Oct 18
The proceeds will be used to boost onboarding and hiring processes.
Origami Labs raises US$2.5m to reshape the wearables market
Information Technology
4 Oct 18
'Orii' allows the visually-challenged to operate phones via voice technology.
Check out ATLASPACE's new Harbour City hub
Commercial Property
4 Oct 18
It features a spectacular view of Victoria Harbour.
Is influencer marketing in Hong Kong worth the extra buck?
Media & Marketing
4 Oct 18
Performance tracking mechanisms should be implemented.
Take an exclusive peek into Hong Kong Hospital Authority's daring big data push
Healthcare
4 Oct 18
A streamlined health app framework will soon be launched.
Check out Standard Chartered's new Kwun Tong hub
Commercial Property
18 Jul 18
The eXellerator houses a usability testing lab to try out emerging technologies.
Embattled Hong Kong hotels brighten up on tourism
Hotels & Tourism
16 May 18
Declining tourist arrivals almost pushed Henderson Land to exit the Hong Kong hotel scene.
Clare.ai brings banking to clients' fingertips
Financial Services
4 Apr 18
Users can better manage finances through real-time correspondence with the virtual assistant.
Inside nakedHub's swanky Hong Kong office spaces
Commercial Property
4 Apr 18
Their Bonham Strand and New Steet hubs combine the best of hospitality and design.
Gaifong offers item rentals online
Information Technology
2 Apr 18
Items from camping tents to sophisticated gadgets are rented out for $150 a day.
Man vs bots: Will Hong Kong fully embrace legaltech?
Professional Services/Legal
13 Mar 18
No robot could ever replace a good lawyer, according to our legal experts.
Hong Kong poise for insurtech growth in 2018
Financial Services
13 Mar 18
Chatbots, e-claims, and online sales await expectant clients.
Monaco eliminates forex fees with blockchain
Information Technology
12 Feb 18
In addition to enabling cryptocurrency transactions, app users can send fiat currencies for free and in real time.
Online Apparel Brand GRANA Secures Undisclosed Financing from STI Group
Retail
23 Jan 18
Total funding is now at US$16M.

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