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HK to complete second study on GBA rail link project mid-2024
HK to complete second study on GBA rail link project mid-2024
The project will connect the Hong Kong Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area with Qianhai.
Gov't greenlights bill regulating plastic products
The bill prohibits the sale and use of 9 types of disposable plastics.
Gov’t opens applications for tech scheme
The government allocated $10b for the scheme aiming to commercialise research and development (R&D) outcomes.
This startup helps hospitals treat stroke patients quickly
Hopebotics’ device transfers stroke patients’ therapy at home whilst hospitals monitor the progress remotely.
J&T Express plans to raise $3.92b in Hong Kong IPO: report
The company will issue 362.5m shares.
Gov’t registers 29 land transactions in Q3
The land transactions realised a total land premium of $4.8b.
Survey reveals low consumer confidence in AI usage across 3 sectors
More than 10% of consumers are 'somewhat uncomfortable' with AI use in the three industries.
Human-driven content vs AI-generated: Which do Hongkongers prefer?
In consumer marketing, 24% prefer AI-generated content.
Hong Kong’s full-year economic growth to be ‘weaker than expected’ – expert
The city’s GDP contracted by 1.3% QoQ in 2Q23.
Municipal solid waste disposal fees to start next year
The government will charge $365 per tonne for solid waste disposal.
HSBC wins top award for Wealth Management Connect service
This enabled cross-boundary investment for residents in the Greater Bay Area.
Deal volume in HK drops 20.7% YoY in the first three quarters of 2023
In APAC, activity fell 20.6% YoY to 10,761 deals.
ifc mall attains certification from the US Green Building Council
The establishment is the first mall to receive such recognition in Hong Kong.
Dah Sing Bank warns customers about fake ‘Dah Sing Finance’ website
Consumers are advised not to leak their personal information on the website.
Measure proposed to strengthen prosecution vs overcharging water bills
It proposes to mandate parties who charge water costs to keep receipt copies.
Gov’t allocates $100m to boost SME’s tech adoption and competitiveness
The services of SMEs will be enhanced in the next five years.
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