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Promoting Cultural Industries and Biotech IP Development; Firms “Going Global” to Boost Hong Kong’s Trade and Financing
Promoting Cultural Industries and Biotech IP Development; Firms “Going Global” to Boost Hong Kong’s Trade and Financing
Prof. Heiwai TANG
Prof. Heiwai Tang, Associate Vice-President (Global) of The University of Hong Kong and Associate Dean (External Relations) of HKU Business School, believes Hong Kong should first focus on promoting IP development in the cultural industries and life sciences technology.
25 Jan 2026
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The Future of Hong Kong Economy Conference 2026 Explores Sustainable Growth in Hong Kong’s Economic Development
The Future of Hong Kong Economy Conference 2026 Explores Sustainable Growth in Hong Kong’s Economic Development
“The Future of Hong Kong Economy Conference 2026”, organised by HKU Business School and co-organised by the Hong Kong Institute of Economics and Business Strategy, concluded yesterday. The conference gathered esteemed scholars, policymakers and industry leaders to engage in dynamic discussions on the future of the global economy, opportunities in AI Innovation, the New Silk Road for Chinese Enterprises to expand globally, Hong Kong’s positioning in global financial innovation, and entrepreneurship and leadership.
22 Jan 2026
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When AI Hallucinates: The Hidden Risks in the Global Large-Model Race
When AI Hallucinates: The Hidden Risks in the Global Large-Model Race
Prof. Zhenhui Jack JIANG
Large language models are increasingly permeating core domains such as knowledge production, business analysis, legal consulting, and medical decision-making. A problem that was once often regarded as a mere technical flaw is rapidly becoming a new focal point in the global technology race: the “hallucination” of large language models—namely, the tendency of a model, when lacking any factual basis, to still produce highly “confident,” fluent, yet false answers.
22 Jan 2026
Future Intelligent EV Charging in Hong Kong
Future Intelligent EV Charging in Hong Kong
Prof. Zhixi WAN
In last week’s column, I did an in-depth analysis of the structural contradictions confronting Hong Kong’s electric vehicle (EV) charging market: acute scarcity of land and limitations in power capacity. Pursuing extensive growth by simply “piling up hardware” is decidedly ill-advised.
21 Jan 2026
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Hong Kong Economic Policy Green Paper 2026 by HKU Business School Focuses on New Opportunities for Hong Kong’s Economy
Hong Kong Economic Policy Green Paper 2026 by HKU Business School Focuses on New Opportunities for Hong Kong’s Economy
HKU Business School unveiled the “Hong Kong Economic Policy Green Paper 2026” (“Green Paper”). This comprehensive document delves into various facets of Hong Kong’s economic domain, covering everything from trade finance and Hong Kong’s role in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) startup ecosystem to green finance, the IP economy, social and shareholder value for Hong Kong-listed companies, and pressing social issues such as housing affordability and overcrowding in emergency departments.
14 Jan 2026
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The “Fast” and “Slow” Solutions for Hong Kong’s Charging Dilemma
The “Fast” and “Slow” Solutions for Hong Kong’s Charging Dilemma
Prof. Zhixi WAN
Electric vehicle (EV) charging technology is in a phase of rapid iterative development. Early alternating current (AC) slow charging is already on the way out, while direct current (DC) fast charging standards have become an entry-level feature.
14 Jan 2026
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The Validation Tax: Shifting Focus from Production to Verification in the AI Era
The Validation Tax: Shifting Focus from Production to Verification in the AI Era
Prof. Jin LIProf. Matthias FAHN
When used appropriately, generative AI can significantly enhance human productivity. It can help teams explore strategies, draft marketing plans, and greatly expand the breadth and speed of individual output.
8 Jan 2026
Win or Woe: Digital Leadership in the Age of AI
Win or Woe: Digital Leadership in the Age of AI
Prof. Yulin FANG
Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, represented by generative AI and machine learning, are reshaping industries with unprecedented speed and potential. Reports indicate that AI is expected to elevate productivity by 33% and redefine the global competitive landscape and economic growth (see Note 1).
7 Jan 2026
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No Extra Guangdong Car Slots Before HK Road Law Reforms
No Extra Guangdong Car Slots Before HK Road Law Reforms
Dr. Vera Wing-han YUEN
6 Jan 2026
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Hong Kong’s New Blueprint for Stablecoin Development
20 May 2026
HKD stablecoins boost mainland China’s cross-border finance
30 Apr 2026
Offshore Renminbi-backed Stablecoins: Opportunities and Challenges
22 Aug 2025
Prof. Yang LIU

Associate Professor

Co-Director, HKUBS Wealth Management Academy

MWM Programme Director

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Hong Kong’s New Blueprint for Stablecoin Development
20 May 2026
HKD stablecoins boost mainland China’s cross-border finance
30 Apr 2026
Offshore Renminbi-backed Stablecoins: Opportunities and Challenges
22 Aug 2025
Prof. Haonan ZHOU

Assistant Professor

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Hong Kong’s New Blueprint for Stablecoin Development
20 May 2026
HKD stablecoins boost mainland China’s cross-border finance
30 Apr 2026
Non-bank lenders may be fair-weather friends
8 Nov 2025
Prof. Haishi LI

Assistant Professor

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Beyond Tariffs: Rebalancing the U.S.-China Deficit through Strategic Capital Integration
14 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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Navigating Global Supply Chain Restructuring, Hong Kong Reinforces Its Role as a Strategic Bridge between Indonesia and China
14 May 2026
Trump’s China visit set to test fragile truce
11 May 2026
Middle East Conflict Highlight Hong Kong’s Trade Advantages; Experts Urge Closing Startup Funding Gaps
5 May 2026
Prof. Tse-Chun LIN

Area Head of Finance

Professor

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Population Replacement and Narrative Shifts: The Structural Recovery of Hong Kong’s Housing Market
13 May 2026
Prof. Yan XIONG

Associate Professor

MAcct Deputy Programme Director

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AI and the Future of Accounting: Empowerment, Not Replacement
11 May 2026
AI Investment Bubble?
25 Dec 2025
China’s 15th National Games ‘reinforces’ Greater Bay Area brand
22 Nov 2025
Prof. Xi LI

Professor

Director, Asia Case Research Centre

Associate Director, Institute of Digital Economy and Innovation

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AI Sycophancy: When AI Learns to Tell Us What We Want to Hear
6 May 2026
When Algorithms Become Consumers: How the AI Agent Economy Is Reshaping the Consumer Industry
27 Feb 2026
The Art of Pricing in the Digital Age
25 Jul 2025
Prof. Joseph CHAN

Associate Director, Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Associate Professor of Practice

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Q1 GDP growth hits near 5-year high
5 May 2026
Scholars Propose Profit Caps on Gas Station Tenders
21 Apr 2026
Positioned as a “Super Value-Adder”: Linking GBA Innovation to Global Markets
16 Apr 2026
Prof. Steven Alan BARNETT

Professor of Practice

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China’s Growth Recipe Would Taste Even Better with More of One Ingredient
1 Apr 2026
Global Growth: Stuck in Low Gear
16 Mar 2026