Information Technology

HKUST, CalmCar launch physical AI innovation centre

HKUST, CalmCar launch physical AI innovation centre

The centre will focus on physical AI technologies for autonomous driving, robotics, and smart manufacturing.

Data centre market tightens as demand outpaces new supply

Most existing facilities remain below the rack density needed for AI workloads.

Hong Kong cyber-hit firms report lower revenue losses than global average

QBE said 47% of Hong Kong businesses that experienced a cyber event suffered revenue loss.

AI reshapes tech jobs as contract rates rise: study

Contractor pay is trending about 10% higher than permanent equivalents, Hays found.

Fraud attack rate more than doubles despite transaction growth: report

Human-initiated attacks rose 130%, outpacing the 9% growth in digital transactions.

HKT and ASTRI to open joint R&D lab at HSITP

Partnership targets AI, 5G, and cybersecurity.

Hong Kong family offices adopt AI but hold off on investing

A survey found that whilst 84% use AI now, none are currently seeking investment opportunities.

Hong Kong tops global IPO charts with $280b haul in 2025

Fuelled by the new TECH channel, HK processed 119 pre-profit biotech and tech IPO applications.

Hong Kong eyes mainland investors with Tech 100 Index

About 400 firms have applied for listing, including seven global tech companies.

Regulators launch expanded GenAI Sandbox across financial sectors

The GenA.I. Sandbox++ focuses on risk management, fraud prevention, and customer experience.

Nearly all firms go digital but web presence uneven

Large and medium companies showed higher digital adoption than small businesses.

Hong Kong Budget pivots to AI after surplus swing

Financial Secretary Paul Chan pledges $10b for future industries.

Gov’t earmarks $10b to power next-generation industries

The spending plan backs space robotics, low-altitude drones, and first driverless transport.

New AI R&D institute to start operations in H2

The company will advise on frameworks for AI development.