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The AI Transformation of Hong Kong’s Service Sector: Lessons from Airport Robotics
The AI Transformation of Hong Kong’s Service Sector: Lessons from Airport Robotics
Prof. Roy Liang TAN
Returning to Hong Kong from abroad recently, I experienced Libpet’s APS (Autonomous Passenger Service) robot at the Hong Kong International Airport. This wasn't a conceptual product sitting in a showroom; it was operating in a real-world airport environment. After inputting the destination, the robot navigated the route and carried the passenger directly to the designated area.
29 May 2026
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Hong Kong Economic Journal (Chinese Only)
HKU Expert advocates for Finance-Innovation Synergy
HKU Expert advocates for Finance-Innovation Synergy
Prof. Joseph CHAN
Prof. Joseph Chan from HKU Business School told Xinhua that Hong Kong's financial markets will enable two-way synergies between economy and tech innovation. AI will drive iterative upgrades in financial services, while capital keeps nourishing the innovation sector.
28 May 2026
Faculty
Xinhua (Chinese Only)
The Rise of the AI-Agent Economy
The Rise of the AI-Agent Economy
Prof. Joseph CHAN
Over the past few months, there has been a lot of discussion in the tech world regarding the shortcomings of OpenClaw (popularly known as "Lobster"). These issues include unpredictable behavior, accidental data loss, skyrocketing computing costs, and the risk of becoming a channel for hacker attacks.
28 May 2026
The Off-field Battle Over World Cup Broadcasting Rights
The Off-field Battle Over World Cup Broadcasting Rights
Dr. Tingting FAN
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off next month, with the quadrennial tournament set to once again capture the hearts of hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide. For the first time in history, the event will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
27 May 2026
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Tough legislation to regulate money lenders in Hong Kong
Tough legislation to regulate money lenders in Hong Kong
Prof. Yan XIONG
In a recent China Daily interview, Prof. Xiong Yan, Associate Professor of HKU Business School, commented on proposed tighter regulation of licensed money lenders in Hong Kong, highlighting their role within the broader financial system.
22 May 2026
Faculty
China Daily
Hong Kong’s New Blueprint for Stablecoin Development
Hong Kong’s New Blueprint for Stablecoin Development
Prof. Xiang FANGProf. Yang LIUProf. Haonan ZHOU
In April 2026, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued its first batch of stablecoin issuer licenses to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited and Anchor Point Financial Technology Limited. HSBC is one of Hong Kong's largest banks and holds a unique status as a note-issuing bank.
20 May 2026
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Developing Hong Kong’s Low-Altitude Economy: Starting with Urban Inspection
Developing Hong Kong’s Low-Altitude Economy: Starting with Urban Inspection
Prof. Roy Liang TAN
The low-altitude economy in Hong Kong might not initially take off with flying taxis or drone food delivery. Instead, its true launching pad could be an old building, a facade, a construction site, or urban infrastructure requiring long-term inspection. Recently in an MBA class, a student group conducted a case study on Alpha AI, a local Hong Kong startup.
15 May 2026
Faculty
Hong Kong Economic Journal (Chinese Only)
Navigating Global Supply Chain Restructuring, Hong Kong Reinforces Its Role as a Strategic Bridge between Indonesia and China
Navigating Global Supply Chain Restructuring, Hong Kong Reinforces Its Role as a Strategic Bridge between Indonesia and China
Prof. Heiwai TANG
To support the "going global" trend among Chinese companies, the HKU Business School organised the HKU Indonesia Economic Forum in Jakarta last week. Prof. Heiwai Tang, Associate Dean of HKU Business School, discussed the new era of globalization with Indonesian media VOI.
14 May 2026
Faculty
VOI
Beyond Tariffs: Rebalancing the U.S.-China Deficit through Strategic Capital Integration
Beyond Tariffs: Rebalancing the U.S.-China Deficit through Strategic Capital Integration
Prof. Haishi LI
The years-long US-China trade war has failed to shift the imbalanced macroeconomic structures of the two nations. Despite the continuous imposition of tariffs by the US since 2018, which escalated further in 2025, the US trade deficit in goods with China persists. The deficit stood at $295.5 billion in 2024 and approached $202.1 billion in 2025 (Source: US Census Bureau).
14 May 2026
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Prof. Zhenhui Jack JIANG

Prof. Zhenhui Jack JIANG

Prof. Roy Liang TAN

Prof. Roy Liang TAN

Prof. Heiwai TANG

Prof. Heiwai TANG

Prof. Yang LIU

Prof. Yang LIU

Prof. Zhenhui Jack JIANG

Professor of Innovation and Information Management

Padma and Hari Harilela Professor in Strategic Information Management

Director, AI Evaluation Lab

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Anthropic’s Claude Fable 5 curbs to create new hurdles for China’s AI labs
12 Jun 2026
When AI Hallucinates: The Hidden Risks in the Global Large-Model Race
22 Jan 2026
Large Models Closing the Gap | Advanced Reasoning Still Needs Improvement
27 Oct 2025
Prof. Roy Liang TAN

Professor of Practice in Management and Strategy

Programme Director for the Customized Programme of Executive Education

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The Food-Saving Economy: Transforming Inventory Management to Create Value
12 Jun 2026
The AI Transformation of Hong Kong’s Service Sector: Lessons from Airport Robotics
29 May 2026
Developing Hong Kong’s Low-Altitude Economy: Starting with Urban Inspection
15 May 2026
Prof. Heiwai TANG

Associate Vice-President (Global), The University of Hong Kong

Associate Dean (External Relations), HKU Business School

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

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A New Era of Globalisation Co-led by Chinese Enterprises Has Arrived
11 Jun 2026
Shifting Tides: How China’s Two-Way Investment Flows Are Reshaping Hong Kong’s Role
10 Jun 2026
Navigating Global Supply Chain Restructuring, Hong Kong Reinforces Its Role as a Strategic Bridge between Indonesia and China
14 May 2026
Prof. Yang LIU

Associate Professor

Co-Director, HKUBS Wealth Management Academy

MWM Programme Director

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Strong “Magnetic Effect”: Hong Kong Becomes World’s Largest Wealth Management Hub
10 Jun 2026
Hong Kong’s New Blueprint for Stablecoin Development
20 May 2026
HKD stablecoins boost mainland China’s cross-border finance
30 Apr 2026