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A Hong Kong biotech start-up says its first-phase trial of a therapeutic HIV vaccine has shown promising results. Photo: dpa

Recap | ‘Promising’ steps to HIV vaccine, Trump tariffs threaten profits: 5 biotech stories

Discover breakthroughs in the biotech world, from a potential HIV cure to China’s booming drug market and innovative coronavirus treatments, in some of our latest stories.

Hong Kong revs up medical hub ambition as city tests HIV vaccine

Hong Kong-Shenzhen I&T hub to fuel cross-border talent, capital flow: minister

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Opinion | A leader in digital competitiveness? Hong Kong still has a way to go

While the city’s investment in innovation and technology is laudable, lower rankings in cybersecurity and data privacy underscore the need for more reform.

Hong Kong Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong attends the launch ceremony for the government’s cybersecurity publicity campaign cum tram parade on September 2. It aims to strengthen public awareness of cybersecurity. Photo: Sam Tsang

Letters | DSE a waste of time for Hong Kong youth not cut out for academics

Readers discuss the call for a bigger push on vocational studies in Hong Kong, the contributions of the late Po Chung, and the government’s eHealth upgrade.

Firms setting up in Hong Kong shrug off fears over Trump’s return

Another 17 companies agree to establish presence in city, with several saying their investments show their confidence in local economy.

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Letters | Is Hong Kong ready for the advent of robots in daily life?

Readers discuss the need for legislation to prevent misuse of robots, service standards on Hong Kong buses, and the impact of surging food prices.

A “security guard” robot named Windy is seen in a supermarket in Le Havre, northwest France, on November 5. Photo: AFP

Hong Kong start-ups head to Riyadh for the Future Investment Initiative

Hong Kong start-ups ‘have a lot to offer’ Saudi Arabia, which is trying to diversify its oil-dominated economy.

Hong Kong seeks deeper I&T ties with Saudi Arabia, Paul Chan says before Gulf trip

Finance chief also says third-quarter figures for economy, to be released this week, ‘not that great’ even as he strikes optimistic tone.

Letters | Hong Kong shows its education hub aspiration isn’t just talk

Readers discuss the government’s push to become a magnet for global talent, language requirements for university admissions, a new Chinese culture centre and provision of handrails around the city.

The University of Hong Kong in Pok Fu Lam district. Photo: Dickson Lee

Editorial | Discovery of dinosaur fossils a giant step in history of today’s city

Find on island off Hong Kong challenges long-held view that creatures never roamed the area and raises hopes of even more remains.

Dinosaur fossils from Port Island, on display at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, were discovered for the first time in Hong Kong. Photo: SCMP/ Dickson Lee

Opinion | Hong Kong’s low-altitude economy plans need good space weather data

Ensuring the safety and efficiency of drones and other low-altitude services requires coordination between local and mainland authorities.

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Hong Kong civil service restrictions on WhatsApp, WeChat necessary, experts say

Experts also call on government to improve risk intelligence systems and employee cybersecurity awareness.

Opinion | How John Lee’s policy address sets Hong Kong up for success

Aiming to boost economic competitiveness, Lee’s third policy address embraces the city’s strong fundamentals and potential areas for growth.

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Chief Executive John Lee arrives to deliver his third policy address at the Legislative Council on October 16. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong to seek HK$30 billion to start building tech hub amid judicial review

Authorities have also sought to open bidding for the first of three land parcels within the Northern Metropolis next year, minister says.

In September, the Development Bureau said it would press ahead with the project after planning authorities made zoning changes to the San Tin Technopole plan to address public concerns. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong to help low-altitude economy take flight with legislative shake-up

City leader John Lee also discusses aviation in latest policy address, reveals third runway to be completed this year.

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CATL – world’s biggest EV battery maker – launches Hong Kong R&D centre

CATL’s move is a boon to Hong Kong’s ambition to become a global hub for innovation.

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Exclusive | Lee to promise better meds, bigger biomed pie for Hong Kong in policy address

Post learns city leader likely to devote part of annual policy address to latest biomedical developments at Lok Ma Chau Loop.

Hong Kong aims to become a biomedical innovation hub. Photo: Shutterstock

Exclusive | Hong Kong to fire up IT fund to lure more co-investors for start-ups

One option available is for government to stop investing in start-ups directly and put money instead into venture capital funds, copying mainland approach.

Hong Kong drone sector aims to take flight despite show cancellations

Industry players say city needs more flight data to advance sector amid cancellation of two National Day drone events.

Opinion | A tale of 2 cities, with an important lesson for 1

The axing of Hong Kong’s National Day drone shows should motivate our leaders to address the lack of public confidence among residents.

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Hongkongers head to Shenzhen via Lo Wu station during the National Day holiday, on October 1. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hongkongers need more education about ‘silent disease’ osteoporosis: expert

HKU-developed screening software finds 29.4 per cent of 5,771 interviewees above age of 50 at ‘high risk’ of developing bone disease.

The condition makes bones more fragile and increases the risk of fractures. Photo: Edmond So

University of Hong Kong must cut size of proposed IT centre by 60%: residents

University of Hong Kong has already agreed to scale back development of its Global Innovation Centre after strong local opposition.

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The View | How Hong Kong can lead the way on sustainable textiles

While no longer a manufacturing base for textiles, Hong Kong’s edge in R&D can innovate eco-friendly solutions for the industry.

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Hong Kong scientists create robot that can take on back-breaking construction tasks

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has developed a robot that can travel along pieces of rebar to bend or fix them

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Chen Weilin (left) and Li Haozhen of HKUST showcase their team’s creation. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

Hong Kong team hoping to cook up storm with robot chefs

Chemistry professor has set up a company to produce robot chefs and has goal of making 30,000 units and HK$2 billion in revenue.

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Factory workers assemble the robotic cookers. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

How butterfly wings inspired Hong Kong cooling tech to help fight global warming

Thin cooling film can reduce room temperatures by up to 15 degrees Celius, as scientists hope to mitigate effects of global warming.

Suffering from depression? Hong Kong team can help with AI and looking into eyes

Chinese University scientists have discovered an affordable way to estimate the risk of depression in people by harnessing artificial intelligence to analyse retinal images.

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