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Digital fraud trends peaked during the holiday shopping season - TransUnion

72% of Hong Kongers are concerned with being victimised by online fraud this holiday season.

Digital fraud trends peaked during the holiday shopping season - TransUnion

72% of Hong Kongers are concerned with being victimised by online fraud this holiday season.

Gov’t implements NSL amendment

The amendment seeks to avoid national security risks.

Hong Kong legal seas brace for influx of maritime lawyers

Hill Dickinson is amongst the firms that have recently begun expanding its global maritime practices.

GBA to form an online dispute resolution platform

The platform will integrate information and resources related to mediation and arbitration. 

HK greenlights foreign gains tax bill

The government will implement the refined FSIE regime on 1 January 2024.

HK hikes penalties for occupational safety and health standards violations

If convicted on indictment, employers can be slapped with a $10m (US$1.28m) fine and 2 years in jail.

Measure proposed to strengthen prosecution vs overcharging water bills

It proposes to mandate parties who charge water costs to keep receipt copies.

HK, Brunei join hands to strengthen dispute resolution

The cooperation would further promote HK as a centre for international legal and dispute resolution.

What you need to know about the stamp duty bill

The refund mechanism will attract  incoming talent to live in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong strengthens copyright law

Amendments include new exceptions and a “safe harbour” regime.

High-profile crypto failures in 2022 drive stricter tax reporting 

Tax reporting for crypto is rapidly becoming a global phenomenon.

Hong Kong, Mauritius sign agreement against double taxation

The agreement also provides tax relief measures.  

Hong Kong set to enable new tax measures

The measures aim to tighten rules under BEPS.

Legal Briefing: The ‘Stay Rules’ are here to stay

And what it means for authorized institutions.

What the Anti-sanctions Law could mean for Hong Kong?

The city’s status as a financial hub amongst others must be considered upon its implementation.