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OpenClaw is said to be vulnerable to threats including “prompt injection”, in which attackers embed hidden malicious instructions in web pages. Photo: Shutterstock

Tech Trends

China issues second warning on OpenClaw risks amid adoption frenzy

Cybersecurity agency cautions that improper installation and use of the AI agent carry severe security and data risks.

Hong Kong family offices take long view despite Iran war, HKMA affiliate says

Hong Kong marine insurers gain edge over London with cheaper war-risk cover

Companies

Middle East tensions add uncertainty to Hong Kong retail rents, Wharf REIC says

The landlord of Harbour City and Times Square says retail recovery remains fragile, with higher mall traffic failing to boost spending.

Harbour City generated HK$9.22 billion in revenue in 2025, up 1 per cent from a year earlier. Photo: Jelly Tse
Harbour City generated HK$9.22 billion in revenue in 2025, up 1 per cent from a year earlier. Photo: Jelly Tse

Global Economy

Why the ‘China threat’ was barely mentioned in Germany’s latest state election

Baden-Wurttemberg’s car industry is facing steep job losses amid intense Chinese competition. But local candidates largely avoided blaming China.

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Banking & Finance

HSBC, Hang Seng Bank end remote-work flexibility for Hong Kong frontline staff

The two banks tighten work rules in the city, requiring traders and salespeople to return to the office from April 1.

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Commodities

Hong Kong stocks rebound after oil falls as Trump says Iran war could end soon

US objectives in Iran are ‘pretty well complete’ but the war could continue if Tehran attempted to stop global oil supplies, Trump says.

US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened a larger attack on Iran if it blocks supplies of oil. Photo: AFP
US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened a larger attack on Iran if it blocks supplies of oil. Photo: AFP

Business

Singapore property clan puts rare Hong Kong estate up for US$38.4 million tender

Sale of compound in Southern district by family linked to Wah Ha Realty comes as Hong Kong’s luxury home market shows signs of recovery.

China Business

China investors energise Hong Kong biotech stocks. Is foreign money missing out?

Stock Connect reshuffle reflects biotech sector’s growing role on international stage, though overseas funds remain cautious.

Climate and energy

China’s CATL profit surges 42% as global market share soars to all-time high

Surging demand solidifies CATL’s position as world’s top EV battery manufacturer for ninth consecutive year.

CATL’s 2025 sales volume of lithium-ion batteries rose 39 per cent from the previous year. Photo: AFP

Policy

Chinese local governments offer OpenClaw subsidies as security questions linger

Shenzhen and Wuxi pledge subsidies to fuel OpenClaw adoption even as analysts warn of a ‘tricky trade-off between ease of use and privacy’.

Since its release in late December, OpenClaw has been a runaway success globally. Photo: Shutterstock
Since its release in late December, OpenClaw has been a runaway success globally. Photo: Shutterstock

Big Tech

China’s chip industry seeks more state support for AI dominance

Scholars and entrepreneurs in semiconductor sector urge Beijing to regulate prices of AI computing power, leverage strategic raw materials and fund tech solutions for self-reliance.

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Banking & Finance

Investment firms remain upbeat on deals despite geopolitical tensions, bankers say

Private equity, sovereign funds and family offices are sitting on record stocks of dry powder even as geopolitical risks cloud the global outlook.

China Business

Oil above US$100 may persist as Goldman warns rally not over

Investors brace for prolonged disruption after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, sending crude to levels unseen since the 2022 energy shock.

A worker operates valves at the Rumaila oil field in Basra, Iraq, as the country cuts nearly 1.5 million barrels per day of output following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Photo: Reuters

Markets & Investing

Adrian Cheng maps out investment plan in line with China’s 5-year plan

The former CEO of NWD plans to spend more time in mainland China this year to scope out tech investment targets.

Adrian Cheng said he has invested in a Chinese robotics firm. Photo: Handout
Adrian Cheng said he has invested in a Chinese robotics firm. Photo: Handout

Banking & Finance

Hong Kong’s IPO pace picks up as 2 mainland Chinese firms get listing approval

Everdisplay Optronics and Galaxis Technology publish post-hearing information packs on the Hong Kong stock exchange.

Markets

Hong Kong stocks slump alongside Asian markets after oil crosses US$100

Brent crude jumps over 20 per cent to trade at around US$110 a barrel, prompting investors to further reduce risk exposure.

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Banking & Finance

The big cornerstone comeback: what’s driving investors back to Hong Kong IPOs?

After four subdued years, the cornerstone investors that anchor Hong Kong’s IPO market are returning in force, reshaping the deal landscape.

Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

Banking & Finance

Why China’s rise as a ‘financial superpower’ could depend on Hong Kong

From the yuan’s growth as a global currency to IPO funding to tokenisation, the city is a linchpin in Beijing’s ambitions.

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Big Tech

Why China’s tech giants cannot afford to lose the global AI race

AI rivalry is challenging the traditional strategies of China’s ‘big tech’ firms and how they have monetised their products in the past.

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Companies

Pop Mart balances boom and bust: can Labubu’s leap match Molly’s momentum?

As Labubu’s meteoric rise cools, Molly’s longevity highlights the challenge Pop Mart faces in turning hype into stable intellectual property.

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