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Planning Department and LandsD to strengthen enforcement against unauthorised developments

The two departments will launch a high-level communication platform.

Hong Kong hotel investment to drop 35% YoY in 2024

JLL said investors are becoming more selective.

HK’s human-initiated cyberattacks surge by 44% YoY

The rise in attacks coincided with a significant surge in digital transactions.

9 in 10 are aware of alternative investments

Real estate and cryptocurrency are the leading investment forms.

HSBC Life HK nabs ex-Zurich APAC CEO for chief product and in-force officer

Geoffrey Au spent 10 years with Zurich Insurance Group APAC.

HKEX posts net profit of $9.52b in Q3 2024

Net profit attributable to shareholders was at $9.42b.

Gov't to roll out expanded elderly aid scheme in 2025

Tung Wah Group of Hospitals also launched a 24-hour hotline for carer support.

Home & Youth Affairs Bureau ok's youth hostel project in Kowloon City

Regal Hotels Group and Yan Oi Tong will collaborate on the project.

HK maintains strong position in rule of law index

Its score for Absence of Corruption also increased, ranking 10th worldwide.

Gov’t welcomes passage of rating bill

The new rating system is expected to generate approximately $820m in additional annual revenue.

Ace Integrator bags win at HKB Technology Excellence Awards for automation initiative

Its strategy for success involved aligning with organisational goals, comprehensive analysis, adopting innovative technologies, and integrating WMS systems.

Li & Fung honoured at HKB Technology Excellence Awards for AI-powered design platform

The LF Design Ideation tool enables designers to navigate the complexities of fashion creation.

Cathay Pacific surpasses 20 million passengers in September

Its cargo businesses reported positive volume growth.