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AI in banking takes centre stage as Hang Seng, HKSTP launch second ‘Living Lab’ cohort

The programme will test AI use cases across retail and commercial banking environments.

Cathay Cargo launches 24/7 booking management tool

The tool allows you to make quick changes without the need to wait for office hours.

Cigna Healthcare names new Hong Kong CEO

He was previously with Mercer Marsh Benefits.

Tech funding hits $65.8m in March, driven entirely by late‑stage deals

The month saw GIBO Holdings’ $65.8m raise with no seed or early-stage funding reported, Tracxn shows.

Dah Sing Banking Group profit up 20% to $316.45m in 2025

Contribution from the Bank of Chongqing climbed 8% during the year.

HK Express adds daily Hong Kong–Wuxi flights starting July

The new route expands the airline’s Chinese Mainland network to seven destinations with 22 weekly return flights.

Hong Kong regulator tightens oversight after complaints jump 19.9%

Authorities also issued guidance covering promotions on online platforms.

AEON Credit’s profit climbs 16.9% as impairments and costs fall

Sales growth was due to marketing programmes and tele-marketing activities, it said.

Citi Investor Service appointed ETF custodian of Fullgoal’s first Hong Kong ETF

ETF average daily turnover in Southbound Stock Connect reached HK$3.9b in 2025.

Wing Tai Properties narrows net loss to $1.69b in 2025

It improved from a net loss of $2.58b in 2024 with final dividend set at 4 cents per share.

Cathay Pacific launches HK-Seattle flights with five times weekly service

The service extends its North American passenger network to nine destinations.

More than half of employees turn to AI for work advice

Trust in executives fell, whilst managers gained trust.

Unauthorised access exposes personal data of 6,800 CSD workers

Personal data relating to serving and former staff was subject to unauthorised access.

Mastercard debuts live AI agent transaction in Hong Kong

The AI agent executed ride booking through hoppa network.