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Consumers crave human connection amidst era of automation

Businesses should balance automation with personal care, says Euromonitor International.

Consumers crave human connection amidst era of automation

Businesses should balance automation with personal care, says Euromonitor International.

Hong Kong, Singapore build stronger data centre hubs despite land limits

But lack of space for expansion remains challenge for top 2 Asian markets 

The ChatGPT effect? Investors bet big on deep tech startups 

An expert from Velocity Ventures believes new startups will build their business models on the chatbot.

Hong Kong's Hottest Startups of 2023

Startups with "disruptive applications in the Web 3.0 space" dominate.

Experts rally for change in legal industry’s ‘billable system’ 

A report from UC Hastings College of the Law stated that  "a most-hours-wins system disproportionately disadvantages women partners.”

DBS’ Lareina Wang on why role models matter to women in banking

Only 20% of bankers in C-Suite and senior leadership roles in Hong Kong are women.

‘Stand-off’ between VCs and entrepreneurs pushes funding volumes down

In the fourth quarter of 2022, VC investment dropped to $22.6b.

DBS Hong Kong offers two-in-one instant loan and credit card combo 

Users just need to scan their HKID to get both cash and a digital card in a single application.

8 investment ideas to achieve affluence in the year of prosperity

Financial experts said active portfolio management is crucial amidst economic uncertainties.

Mainland firms' influx brings new opportunities for local lawyers

GBA development allows qualified lawyers to practise domestic law within the area.

Hong Kong’s 10 most influential lawyers under 40 for 2022

Amongst the awardees is a lawyer offering legal assistance in Justice Without Borders.

Firms revamp benefits to retain older workers as youth opt for opportunities abroad

A Randstad expert said employers should consider giving their employees financial literacy benefits.

BNPL regulations toughen debt prevention and financial literacy in APAC

The Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia are more vulnerable to the risks of credit products, Euromonitor International reported.

Specialist tech firms to gain major boost in Hong Kong thanks to proposed listing rules

The new regime exempts firms from existing financial eligibility tests under the Listing Rules.

Managing conversations to increase conversions

Enterprises that used chat management platform, imBee, saw a 25% increase in sales. 

Where to invest your millions in real estate

Realtors cited two property types that can offer higher upside potential in return.

Property market ends downcycle 

Real estate expert, Cathie Chung, said that the market will have a reset by 2023.