38 h. ago Hong Kong to introduce 3 digital security measures to combat financial fraud

The HKMA’s ‘E-Banking Security ABC’ measures will enhance online banking security, deputy chief executive Arthur Yuen says.

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4 d. ago US plan to delist Chinese stocks may make Hong Kong great again as IPO hub, bankers say

A total of 286 Chinese firms are listed in the US with a total market capitalisation of US$1.1 trillion.

Economics

5 d. ago Hong Kong’s Cathay to keep power bank ban for aircrew, but vows layover option

Carrier says it is working with hotels to offer power banks, as there is no ‘feasible way’ to let aircrew bring them on board amid safety concerns.

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5 d. ago Hong Kong banks to get new powers to trace, flag suspicious accounts linked to scams

Police and banks will exchange information on scam-linked accounts as authorities step up efforts to combat financial fraud.

Economics

5 d. ago Hong Kong dollar strengthens as mainland stock buyers drive demand amid volatile markets

The local dollar changed hands at 7.7595 for every US$1 on Thursday morning, retracing from a high of 7.7560 per US dollar on Wednesday.

Economics

6 d. ago 18 Hong Kong banks offer flexible loans to SMEs to cope with US

Extension of loan repayment periods and partial principal repayment arrangements offered by banks to ease SMEs’ pain.

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6 d. ago Standard Chartered hosts SME seminar to explore new opportunities in supply chain diversification and digitalisation

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited (“Standard Chartered Hong Kong”) today hosted a seminar for small and medium-sized enterprises (“SMEs”) on “Embracing Global Dynamics through Supply Chain Diversification and Digitalisation”. The event brought together over 200 SMEs from Hong Kong and Mainland China to explore opportunities arising from the transformation of cross-border business and digitalisation. The opening ceremony of the seminar was officiated by Mary Huen, CEO, Hong Kong and Greater China & North Asia, Standard Chartered; Arthur Yuen, Deputy Chief Executive, Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA); Stephen Man, Head of Wealth Management and Retail Banking, Standard Chartered Hong Kong; and Winne Tung, Head of SME Banking, Standard Chartered Hong Kong. Mary Huen, CEO, Hong Kong and Greater China & North Asia, Standard Chartered, said, "Amidst uncertainties in the global trade market, Standard Cha...

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1 week ago Given prevailing headwinds, Hong Kong has the big opportunity as an offshore yuan hub: CICC

With low rates in China, borrowing in yuan is now cheaper than in other currencies, CICC says.

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2 w. ago Hong Kong to get world’s first tokenised money market ETFs from Bosera and HashKey

Bosera HKD Money Market ETF and USD Money Market ETF, which have been approved by the SFC, are set to be launched in April.

Economics

2 w. ago More measures on the way to attract family offices to Hong Kong, Paul Chan says

More exemptions for funds and enhanced concessions for family offices to make city appealing for wealthy investors to manage their fortunes.

Society

2 w. ago Malaysia’s AirAsia restricts power bank usage on flights amid Hong Kong ban

Move by budget carrier follows announcement from Hong Kong aviation regulator that devices will be restricted on local airlines from April 7.

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2 w. ago Malaysia’s AirAsia to restrict power bank usage on flights amid Hong Kong ban

Move by budget carrier follows announcement from Hong Kong aviation regulator that devices will be restricted on local airlines from April 7.

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2 w. ago Chinese capital outflows to boost Hong Kong markets, central bank chief says

Chinese capital outflows to boost Hong Kong markets, central bank chief says  Reuters.com

Economics

2 w. ago Global Bank Layoffs Drive Talent to Chinese Rivals in Hong Kong

Global Bank Layoffs Drive Talent to Chinese Rivals in Hong Kong  Bloomberg

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3 w. ago Power banks on flights: which airlines and regions have tightened rules?

Hong Kong is restricting the use of power banks on flights. Here’s how other jurisdictions and carriers are dealing with the devices following recent incidents.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong deepens push into AI, tech to boost its edge over Singapore, Paul Chan says

Artificial intelligence is the future, as it has the potential to boost Hong Kong’s competitiveness, financial secretary says.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong bans charging electronic devices using power banks during flights

New rules also prohibit stowing power banks in overhead compartments from April 7.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong bans passengers from using power banks during flights

Civil Aviation Department says new rule to come into effect on April 7.

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3 w. ago Standard Chartered plans Hong Kong wealth centres to tap US$200 billion of ‘new money’

The next wealth management centre will open in Central later this year, while the bank scouts for new locations in the city.

Economics

3 w. ago ‘Gift of life’: Hong Kong breast milk bank collects over 300 litres

More donations needed to reach aim of collecting 1,000 litres annually to help 450 to 600 premature and critically ill newborns.

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