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PwC releases report on eHKD implementation for low balance retail investors
It explores the potential impact of a hypothetical digital currency, e-HKD, on financial transactions.
Hong Kong office rents fall amidst high vacancies
Increased competition and market vacancies drive rental prices down.
Green-blue-grey infrastructure effective in mitigating urban heat: study
A framework was introduced to guide GBGI implementation.
HTX platform withdraws HK licence application for second time
The company should leave Hong Kong within three months.
NIA allows visa-free entry of cruise tourists at provinces along coastline
This is seen to solidify the country’s position as a cruise hub.
HKPC signs MoU with ZWIE to promote technology education in Greater Bay Area
The initiative aims to strengthen GBA’s I&T talent pool.
HK-listed ESR Group receives privatisation proposal from investor group
The process is currently at the preliminary stage.
Enhanced bill for social workers unveiled
It is set for first and second readings in LegCo on 22 May.
Taxi flagfall to increase by $2
The incremental charge per 200m under first-tier rates will also increase.
Hong Kong funeral industry embraces green burials
Rising demand for sustainable funeral practices shapes the market.
Hotel COZi Harbour View in Kwun Tong up for sale via EOI
The EOI will close on 18 June.
2 in 5 Hong Kong finance professionals open to new career opportunities in the next 12 months
35% plan to switch organisations but stay in the same role.
Deliveroo opens third Hop site in Kwun Tong
It will offer over 2,300 grocery items.
Mainland-Hong Kong R&D funding scheme launched
The R&D work will focus on biotechnology, AI, and sustainability engineering and technology.
Gov’t urged to reform Social Workers Registration Board governance
The board’s current operations are allegedly deviating from its legal obligations.
China and Hong Kong announce new swap connect measures
It will expand product choices under Swap Connect, improve efficiency, and reduce participation costs.
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