Artificial Intelligence
Insurance information platform deploys AI to decode complex policy terms
Insurance information platform deploys AI to decode complex policy terms
The Hong Kong platform aims to make exclusions and claims conditions easier to understand.
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SME index rises to 44.8 despite weaker global sentiment
Profit margins and business conditions reached their highest levels of 2026.
Over half of SMEs use AI to speed up daily operations: Lalamove
About 73% of businesses report quicker daily operations and order processing.
PingAnDB hits 96% deepfake detection accuracy in HK GenAI Sandbox test
The use case integrated AI facial recognition in the identity verification process.
Entrepreneurs ramp up AI investment as 58% expect hiring growth
More than half expect integration to add employees over the next two years.
Hong Kong raises 2026 export growth forecast to 42%–47%
AI infrastructure and cloud computing are lifting technology trade.
Nearly all compliance leaders confident but audit trail gaps remain
One in four firms cannot back their data up.
Hong Kong to build AI City Brain to drive governance overhaul
It will also be used for public housing and hospital services amongst others.
Customers use AI more than advisers in finance, McKinsey says
But four in five buyers still rely on human guidance for consequential choices.
Hong Kong AI adoption tests governance readiness
Organisations scaling autonomous systems face growing pressure to strengthen accountability, workforce oversight, and data governance.
Hong Kong deepens ties with Uzbekistan under legal pact
The MOU covers dispute resolution, legal policy and AI technology.
Hong Kong could gain $65b if smaller firms match big companies on AI
The tool could also unlock $590b in additional export income.
Transport Department deploys AI for traffic and licensing
AI traffic signals, licence approvals and anti‑bot systems aim to boost efficiency across the city's transport network.
Hong Kong retailers face AI checkout trust barrier
Shoppers readily use AI for product discovery but remain reluctant to surrender payment control as retailers test agent-led commerce.
Hang Seng Indexes proposes sales growth screen in HSTECH overhaul
The screen would fill 10 of 50 proposed constituent slots with companies ranked by sales growth.
Hong Kong hiring shifts to judgement as AI levels applications
Employers are putting greater weight on communication and practical skills as AI makes applications harder to distinguish.
Hong Kong shoppers resist AI payments despite 74% adoption
Nearly one in two shoppers remain hesitant to let AI complete purchases after approval.
Commentary
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