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Strategic Information Design to Safeguard Small Businesses from Innovation Misappropriation
Strategic Information Design to Safeguard Small Businesses from Innovation Misappropriation
Prof. Feng TIAN
In today's highly competitive business environment, innovative collaboration has become an important way for companies to gain an advantage. In innovation-driven partnerships, large enterprises often collaborate with small technology firms, integrating the latter's core technologies into their own products to drive product innovation and expand market share. To secure collaboration opportunities, small enterprises also need to demonstrate to potential partners the application potential and market prospects of their technology integration.
13 Jun 2025
As US trade truce gets back on track, some Chinese exporters are ‘slowly dying’
As US trade truce gets back on track, some Chinese exporters are ‘slowly dying’
Prof. Zhiwu CHEN
"If it lasts more than three or four months, I think many of these small and medium-sized enterprises will not be able to bear it," said Zhiwu Chen, chair professor of finance at the University of Hong Kong. "This is definitely a bargaining chip for the United States."
12 Jun 2025
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Van Gogh in the Chip: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Creative Processes and the Art Market
Van Gogh in the Chip: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Creative Processes and the Art Market
Prof. Yulin FANG
In recent years, the explosive development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has sparked intense discussions and deep anxieties around the world. People are questioning whether AI will replace human jobs and disrupt various industries. As early as 2016, British physicist Stephen Hawking predicted that with the rise of AI, the middle class would inevitably be affected by the trend of job loss, and only positions that require the most care, creativity, and supervision would be preserved.
11 Jun 2025
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Is AI Taking Our Jobs?
Is AI Taking Our Jobs?
Prof. Michael C.L. CHAU
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the global job market, with many companies introducing AI into their daily operations to reduce costs and enhance efficiency. However, this has raised concerns that AI may replace humans. A multinational investment bank has even identified Hong Kong as one of the places most affected by AI, estimating that nearly 30% of jobs in the region could be at risk. What impact will AI have on the job market? The World Economic Forum predicts that due to the emergence of new technologies like AI, 92 million existing jobs will be eliminated globally, but at the same time, 170 million new positions will be created. How should the government assist workers in transitioning?
7 Jun 2025
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How Can Hong Kong Retailers Survive the Surge of Mainland E-commerce?
How Can Hong Kong Retailers Survive the Surge of Mainland E-commerce?
Prof. Xi LI
Recently, mainland e-commerce giants like Taobao, JD.com, and Pinduoduo have ramped up their efforts to include the Hong Kong market in their free shipping zones. In the past, Hong Kong residents had to use intermediary services to receive their orders, but the newly launched one-stop shopping services are naturally very popular.
4 Jun 2025
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Will new US curbs on China’s tech tests raise electronic prices for American consumers?
Will new US curbs on China’s tech tests raise electronic prices for American consumers?
Prof. Zhiwu CHEN
Prof. Zhiwu Chen, Chair Professor of Finance at HKU Business School recently shared his perspectives with SCMP on the US ban targeting Chinese testing labs over security risks. Prof. Chen highlighted the practical challenges, "It is hard to determine where each component is tested, when so many things make up a smartphone... I don’t know how you can enforce it." He also pointed out the potential impact on major brands like Apple and Samsung, and ultimately, on American consumers who may face "fewer, more expensive choices." A complex issue with significant implications for global supply chains and tech policy.
3 Jun 2025
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SCMP
Corporate Innovation: Motivations and Challenges
Corporate Innovation: Motivations and Challenges
Prof. Joseph CHAN
Companies need to understand the currently observable technologies and consider whether to apply these technologies directly or to conduct further research and development. Second, the application of design thinking is crucial, as it helps businesses achieve cross-disciplinary innovation and conduct diverse experiments based on market insights. Third, the management culture and internal management models of companies are also very important, as these factors can facilitate the advancement of innovation projects.
2 Jun 2025
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Revolutionizing Care: Innovative Healthcare Models Transforming Emerging Economies
Revolutionizing Care: Innovative Healthcare Models Transforming Emerging Economies
Prof. Sundara Natarajan PANCHANATHAM
Despite resource constraints and pressures coming from a growing population, can emerging economies improve healthcare access and reduce costs – without sacrificing the quality of healthcare services? Based on field visits and joint research on public health, Prof. Sundara Natarajan Panchanatham, Assistant Professor in Innovation and Information at HKU Business School, revealed that medical practices in emerging economies “can transform healthcare systems, making them more resilient and responsive to the demands of their populations.”
29 May 2025
HK Tourism IP and Pop Mart: A Lesson from Labubu
HK Tourism IP and Pop Mart: A Lesson from Labubu
Dr. Tingting FAN
Hong Kong saw a strong start in its tourism sector in the first quarter, and during the peak visitor numbers during China's May Day holiday. That said, the boom hasn't resulted in increased spending—visitors even found ways to save money, such as staying overnight at fast-food outlets. How can Hong Kong break the cycle of high visitor numbers but low revenue? Is there anything the industry could learn from Pop Mart, the company that hit overnight success in reputation and sales?
28 May 2025
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Prof. Feng TIAN

Prof. Feng TIAN

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Prof. Zhiwu CHEN

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Prof. Yulin FANG

Prof. Michael C.L. CHAU

Prof. Michael C.L. CHAU

Prof. Xi LI

Prof. Xi LI

Prof. Joseph CHAN

Prof. Joseph CHAN

Prof. Sundara Natarajan PANCHANATHAM

Prof. Sundara Natarajan PANCHANATHAM

Dr. Tingting FAN

Dr. Tingting FAN

Prof. Heiwai TANG

Prof. Heiwai TANG

Prof. Feng TIAN

Assistant Professor

In the Media
Strategic Information Design to Safeguard Small Businesses from Innovation Misappropriation
13 Jun 2025
Can Dynamic Pricing Be a Win-Win for Tackling Gaming Addiction?
3 Apr 2024
Prof. Zhiwu CHEN

Chair Professor of Finance

Cheng Yu-Tung Professor in Finance

Director, Centre for Quantitative History

Director, Hong Kong Institute for Humanities and Social Sciences

HKU Council Member

In the Media
As US trade truce gets back on track, some Chinese exporters are ‘slowly dying’
12 Jun 2025
Will new US curbs on China’s tech tests raise electronic prices for American consumers?
3 Jun 2025
With gold demand at 9-year high, price tipped to stay strong amid Trump tariff anxiety
1 May 2025
Prof. Yulin FANG

Professor

Director, Institute of Digital Economy and Innovation

In the Media
Van Gogh in the Chip: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Creative Processes and the Art Market
11 Jun 2025
The Taming of the Data: Shaping a World-Class Analytics Team
5 Mar 2025
Prof. Michael C.L. CHAU

Deputy Area Head of Innovation and Information Management

Professor

In the Media
Is AI Taking Our Jobs?
7 Jun 2025
Impact of the AI Industrial Revolution on Labor Market
16 May 2025
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Hong Kong
24 Feb 2025
Prof. Xi LI

Professor

Director, Asia Case Research Centre

Associate Director, Institute of Digital Economy and Innovation

In the Media
How Can Hong Kong Retailers Survive the Surge of Mainland E-commerce?
4 Jun 2025
Can Voluntary Data Sharing Protect Consumers?
22 Aug 2024
Prof. Joseph CHAN

Associate Director, Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Associate Professor of Practice

In the Media
Corporate Innovation: Motivations and Challenges
2 Jun 2025
Innovation Strategy Common Ground—from Poverty Alleviation to International Web3 Centre
14 May 2025
Hong Kong’s Journey Towards Becoming an International Web3 Hub
12 Dec 2024
Prof. Sundara Natarajan PANCHANATHAM

Assistant Professor

In the Media
Revolutionizing Care: Innovative Healthcare Models Transforming Emerging Economies
29 May 2025
Dr. Tingting FAN

Principal Lecturer

MBA GBA Programme Director

In the Media
HK Tourism IP and Pop Mart: A Lesson from Labubu
28 May 2025
The Rise of Decorative Figurines Sparks New Cultural IP Opportunities, Scholars Seek Government Support for Business Models
18 May 2025
The IP Strategy behind Pop Mart’s Overnight Popularity
16 Apr 2025
Prof. Heiwai TANG

Associate Dean (External Relations)

Victor and William Fung Professor in Economics

Director, Asia Global Institute

Director, APEC Study Center

Associate Director, Hong Kong Institute of Economics and Business Strategy

In the Media
Implement Industrial Metrics to Observe Trends in Industry Development
22 May 2025
‘Made-in-Hong Kong’ goods can shine with right tech, funding: industry group
13 May 2025
Silver Lining of Trade War 2.0 for the Chinese Economy
1 May 2025