Hong Kong's AI supercomputing infrastructure reaches 90% usage rate, local reports

Hong Kong has used 90% of its artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputing center at Cyberport since it opened in December, according to a report. The center is supported by a HK$3 billion (~$380 million) subsidy program to boost AI development in...

KPKM Expects Malaysia's Durian Exports To Exceed RM1.5 Bln This Year

GUA MUSANG, July 26 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) expects Malaysia's durian exports to exceed RM1.5 billion this year, following strong demand from major markets such as China, Singapore, Hong Kong and Canada....

China threatens to block Panama ports deal unless its shipping giant gets stake

China is threatening to block the sale of more than 40 ports, owned by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison 1, to BlackRock BLK and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) if Chinese shipping company Cosco does not get a stake, the Wall Street Journal...

Hanoi Implements Ambitious Underground Construction Initiative

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, passed a resolution on July 10, 2025, establishing a project list for underground infrastructure investment across the city. These projects are open to private investment, offering lucrative opportunities for...

From Yerma to the law of surrogacy in Hong Kong

Theatre enthusiasts in Hong Kong like me will know that the city’s cultural scene has recently been abuzz. While the West End’s Life of Pi had its eagerly anticipated debut shows at the Xiqu Centre last month, another show that has attracted much...

AION V Showcased in Hong Kong, Steals the Spotlight of NEV Market

HONG KONG, July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The global strategic model of GAC – AION V has officially launched in Hong Kong. As a “new core and intelligent driving SUV”, AION V is designed for family users who pursue intelligent technology, range...

Will speeding up rail line for Northern Metropolis entice Hong Kong developers?

The Hong Kong government’s plan to speed up the construction of the rail backbone of the Northern Metropolis near the border with mainland China will make the megaproject more appealing to developers, but whether they will be persuaded to invest...

Why are take-private deals accelerating in Singapore and Hong Kong?

A growing number of companies are delisting from public markets globally. Here we examine what’s driving activity in Singapore and Hong Kong, and explore how shifting regulatory regimes are influencing transaction flows. Recent years have been...

Liverpool vs AC Milan: Starting XIs for preseason friendly

Liverpool continues their pre-season tour in Asia with a friendly game against AC Milan in Hong Kong. It is a repeat of the 2005 Champions League final in Istanbul, where the Reds famously came back from 3-0 down to win the Champions League. But...

Bitcoin Asia 2025: Eric Trump To Address Hong Kong’s Growing Role In Crypto

Eric Trump, son of President Donald Trump, is set to make headlines next month when speaking at the Bitcoin Asia 2025 conference in Hong Kong, amid the presidential family’s growing interest in digital assets. This event aims to establish the city...

Hong Kong To Launch Third Tokenized Bond with ETF Stamp Duty Relief

Hong Kong is preparing to launch its third tokenized green bond while also introducing stamp duty relief for exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These initiatives form part of a broader digital asset and financial technology strategy led by the...

KWM among firms guiding Huadian New Energy’s RMB15.8bn IPO

King & Wood Mallesons, Jia Yuan Law Offices and Commerce & Finance Law Offices assisted on Huadian New Energy’s SSE main board debut, raising RMB15.8 billion (USD2.18 billion) in the largest A-share IPO by a state-owned company in the past three...

US Sanctions on Hong Kong, UAE, Turkey Target Iran’s Shadow Banking Network

The US on Wednesday issued fresh sanctions on 22 companies based in Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates and Turkey “with ties to a network spanning multiple jurisdictions involved in illicit oil trade on behalf of the Iranian regime,” a State...

Eric Trump to Speak at Bitcoin Asia 2025 in Hong Kong

Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Hong Kong News once a month in your Inbox Eric Trump, the second son of US president Donald Trump, is set to speak at the upcoming Bitcoin Asia 2025 conference in Hong Kong, as the city continues its efforts...

Circle Expands into Brazil & Hong Kong as CRCL Stock Price Reclaims $200

Circle, the firm behind the USDC stablecoin, is expanding its presence in global payments infrastructure with a significant new initiative. The company has officially launched stablecoin-powered payouts to Brazil and Hong Kong. Meanwhile, the CRCL...

Quicker immigration clearance system at revamped checkpoint will not send data to China, Hong Kong security chief says

A quicker immigration clearance system that will be deployed at a revamped land crossing between Hong Kong and China will not send residents’ data to mainland authorities, the city’s security chief has said. Looking out towards Shenzhen from the...

Hong Kong to launch pilot project to identify at-risk carers in ‘coming weeks’

Hong Kong will roll out the first stage of a pilot scheme in the next few weeks that will use data from more than 10,000 households caring for the elderly or those with disabilities to identify high-risk cases in need of extra support. Secretary...

Zurich hands Jim Qin expanded role as CEO for Hong Kong life and general insurance arms

Cyberport "AI x Data Forum" Concludes Successfully Joining Hands with Industry to Drive AI and Data Innovation and Unlock New Value for Enterprises

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 July 2025 - Cyberport successfully hosted the "AI x Data Forum" today. Centered on the theme "AI in Action, Data at the Core: Unlocking Infinite Potential", the forum brought together over 450...

Hong Kong’s feral pigeon population drops 11% in hotspots amid feeding ban

Hong Kong has recorded a roughly 11 per cent drop in the number of feral pigeons found at common gathering spots after an expanded no-feeding law took effect, according to authorities who are planning to use artificial intelligence (AI) patrol...