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Online brokerage Futu secures “BBB” S&P rating

It is the first online brokerage in Asia Pacific to obtain an international rating.

Online brokerage Futu secures “BBB” S&P rating

It is the first online brokerage in Asia Pacific to obtain an international rating.

Cathay coaxes Hong Kongers to get vaccine jab with party flight

The airline will also give away 20 million Asia Miles in a draw.

Daily Briefing: Largest meat processor back online following cyberattack; Huawaei launches OS; Trade tensions between Australia and China

Brazil-based meat processor JBS SA was hacked by Russian-speaking gang REvil, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said.

Inland Revenue amendments bill passed

It will take effect on 11 June after it is gazetted.

Green Employment Scheme to create 800 new jobs

Of this, 500 are time-limited whilst 300 are subsidised jobs.

Hong Kong property sales slip 2% in May

The Land Registry received 8,965 sale and purchase agreements during the month.

HKEX employees get 2-day vaccine leave

This is in line with the Hong Kong’s vaccine drive.

StanChart unit, BC Group to create crypto-exchange platform

It will target corporate clients in the UK, and Europe.

New law requires real-name registration for SIM card owners

This is intended to prevent and detect crimes related to the use of prepaid SIM cards.

New wave of migration unlikely to impact housing prices: JLL

Hong Kongers movement out of the city will have minimal impact on prices.

FUJIFILM Business Innovation Launches Series of Multifunction Devices / Printers Under New Brand

Announcing ApeosPro / Apeos C / ApeosPrint Series Featuring New Design and Enhanced Security Functions.

Vaccination “critical” in operational risk management: SFC

The SFC has issued a circular asking corporations to review their continuity plans.

Swire Properties extends $8m incentives to boost HK vaccine drive

Hong Kongers may have a chance to win $10,000 worth of shopping vouchers.

Hong Kong expands COVID high-risk list

Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam will be identified as high-risk areas, starting 4 June.

Noky Wong to take over as Jardine Engineering chief executive

Current JEC chief executive to take on the same role at Gammon Construction.