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DDoS attacks in Hong Kong see drop after 3Q24 surge
DDoS attacks in Hong Kong see drop after 3Q24 surge
Hong Kong accounts for 6% of attacks in APAC.
Govt OKs recommendations for ecological mitigation measures
The approval requires CEDD to follow certain conditions.
Hong Kong and Peru finalise FTA, signing planned for this year
The agreement will cover trade in goods, services, and investments.
Service exports drive HK's 2.7% GDP growth in 1Q24
Exports of services grew 8.4% YoY.
HKMA and PBoC extend e-CNY pilot to Hong Kong residents
E-CNY wallet users can top up their wallets through 17 partner banks.
Govt trials new technology to convert chicken waste into energy
The trial is set for August.
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.
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