How HSBC is investing in Hong Kong to build the future of finance — and why now

South China Morning Post - Nov 1, 2026

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Hong Kong has been a home market for HSBC since the bank was founded 161 years ago. It is now also a base for the bank’s AI investment and delivery, with capabilities developed in the city intended for use across other markets. The city is also expanding the regulatory and market infrastructure needed to support digital finance at scale. HSBC returns as a Strategic Partner of Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK for the...

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