Observers warn of unregulated world of alternative gaming, following government’s move to halt plans for basketball betting in the city.
Chief Executive John Lee underlines city’s infrastructure road map as key driver of bid to boost computing power and AI development.
Push for digital integration has already yielded practical results, Hong Kong official says.
Singer previously supported local social movements but now says he regrets past and will help rehabilitate 2019 protesters.
About 13,000 people deliver food and goods in Hong Kong, according to a 2024 survey commissioned by the city’s Labour Department.
Axing of shows on May 2 and 3 due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’ follows cancellation of May 9 concert in Shanghai.
Fire Services Department receives 90 reports of people stuck in lifts after abnormality in interconnection between both two power providers.
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Survey by professional services firm shows number of companies expected to widely adopt technology up 8 per cent from 2025 figure.
Moratorium planned for May 1 but going out to sea already untenable for most fishermen as sector leader warns fish supply likely to fall.
Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute’s first meeting will be held as early as this month to formulate city’s AI road map.
Authorities urged to approve applications by non-franchised bus firms to increase fares, and provide subsidies to offset impact of oil shock.
Sports industry experts stress importance of good support services for athletes after government updates plan to meet global standards.
Estimated 6 to 7 per cent year-on-year dip in catering sector business over long weekend amid exodus of locals, F&B trade representative says.
Kowloon West Cluster of Hospital Authority confirms doctor’s departure but does not say whether he had resigned or been dismissed.
Seasonal cat-themed artworks are stealing the limelight this Easter, tapping into the city’s booming ‘cat economy’.
Day dedicated to sweeping graves and honouring dead marked across Hong Kong, but tradition proves painful for survivors of deadly blaze in Tai Po.
Confiscating properties will ensure they are not used to further threaten national security, government spokesman says.
Widespread coverage is good news ahead of coming holiday for mainland visitors who have solely been using e-wallets for years.
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EngineAI, whose robots have been bought by Mideast companies, needed cloud-based computing that could be seamlessly accessed from anywhere.
As part of an industry-wide effort to enhance service quality, the city’s taxi drivers are now required to offer a minimum of two electronic payment methods starting April 1, 2026.
New measures require taxi drivers to provide at least two e-payment options, as part of broader government push to modernise industry image.
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Police detain 49-year-old on suspicion of dangerous driving after collision on Lantau Link that killed taxi driver and passenger.
Officers fired five rounds at 43-year-old after he allegedly charged at them with knife and metal rod on March 21 in Kwai Chung.
Operation by ICAC also led police to arrest 32 individuals in raids on premises believed to be controlled by bid-rigging syndicate’s triad elements.
Finance chief says city’s service-led economy helps buffer short-term impact of conflict, while vowing to monitor energy volatility.
Van driver loses control in Kowloon City, hitting three vehicles before mounting pavement and crashing into a wall.
Hongkongers find prices of professional-grade storage devices are going through the roof.
AI boom pushes makers to prioritise industrial-grade uses, leaving Hong Kong consumers paying more for basic storage.
Government lawyer admits to independent committee investigating deadly Wang Fuk Court fire that shortcomings exist in supervising minor construction works.
Authorities pledge full transparency in inquiry, pledging swift reviews and fair process without pre-empting conclusions.