Futu Holdings has launched the "FUTU NEXT" initiative on its 14th anniversary, committing HK$300 million over five years to Hong Kong university research and youth talent development. The company also signed an intended collaboration MoU with the University of Hong Kong and began preparations for an independent FUTU NEXT Foundation.
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Tencent used Hong Kong FinTech Week 2026 to detail how its Weixin Pay ecosystem now connects more than 60 overseas wallets from 16 countries and regions, alongside new AI-powered risk control and investment research tools.
Longbridge Group's AI arm has signed a three-year strategic partnership with Hong Kong Cyberport to advance responsible agentic AI, anchored by a new Hong Kong AI Lab. The collaboration covers research, industry engagement, talent development and ecosystem building.
Informa Markets has launched The Festival of Connoisseurs at AsiaWorld-Expo, a government-supported international exhibition covering superyachts, supercars, fine jewellery, private aviation, premium travel and fine art. The event is the first under a HK$100 million Budget initiative to attract large-scale international exhibitions to Hong Kong.
Paws for Good, the social impact arm of Whiskers N Paws, has successfully funded and coordinated vaccinations for over 1,000 shelter animals in Hong Kong. By bringing veterinary care directly to shelters and launching a centralized adoption platform, the charity is transforming local animal welfare.
