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China’s artificial intelligence sector in danger of becoming a ‘bubble’, experts warn

China’s artificial intelligence sector in danger of becoming a ‘bubble’, experts warn

Artificial intelligence (AI) is on the verge of becoming a ‘bubble’ in China as a large influx of money and talent heat the market, analysts and experts warn. “For the job market in China’s AI sector, I see a bubble already exists now.
Virtual posters may one day take over Hong Kong skyscrapers with augmented reality technology

Virtual posters may one day take over Hong Kong skyscrapers with augmented reality technology

“Hanging” a virtual poster 60 storeys high that stretches 200 metres wide across the 88-storey Two International Finance Centre in Central may one day be a reality with the help of a new form of technology.
China’s leaders are too obsessed with the GDP growth rate, says S&P chief economist

China’s leaders are too obsessed with the GDP growth rate, says S&P chief economist

China should shift its focus from short term growth to building up a framework to sustain long term economic development, says ratings agency Standards & Poor’s chief economist Paul Sheard.
300 flights axed as Beijing shuts airport runway for repairs

300 flights axed as Beijing shuts airport runway for repairs

Passengers will have to contend with fewer flight choices, longer taxiing times and more delays at Beijing Capital International Airport when one of its runways undergoes four weeks of repairs next month.
Hong Kong trails rival Singapore in Asian Competitiveness report for third year running

Hong Kong trails rival Singapore in Asian Competitiveness report for third year running

Despite its standing as one of the most robust Asian economies, Hong Kong’s shortcomings in higher education and innovation have once again prevented it from outstripping regional rival Singapore in an annual survey of competitiveness.
Hong Kong property firms remain upbeat on market outlook

Hong Kong property firms remain upbeat on market outlook

Hong Kong’s housing market will remain buoyant despite the sky-high prices and continue to attract capital inflow and enjoy strong local demand, say two of the city’s top property developers, after reporting better earnings on Tuesday.
More reasons for investor cheer over beer in China

More reasons for investor cheer over beer in China

Big five breweries could become big three in acquisition-ripe market, analysts say
Hong Kong jewellers poised for joy as Chinese big spenders return

Hong Kong jewellers poised for joy as Chinese big spenders return

Hong Kong’s luxury jewellery and watch retailers are bracing for a recovery, as mainland China’s nouveau riche flock back to the city to splurge on glittering Swiss timepieces and opulent platinum necklaces, but this time for themselves rather than g
China’s ‘airpocalypse’ a product of climate change, not just pollution, researchers say

China’s ‘airpocalypse’ a product of climate change, not just pollution, researchers say

China’s notorious smog problem may have been worsened by climate change in the polar regions, according to a study published in the United States on Wednesday.
China’s e-commerce sector set for rapid growth as consumers go online for daily essentials

China’s e-commerce sector set for rapid growth as consumers go online for daily essentials

China’s e-commerce giants will enjoy fast growth as more people turn to online shopping for daily necessities such as biscuits, shampoo and drinks, according to new research by Goldman Sachs.