https://www.scmp.com/rss/522549/feed The latest news and top stories on Hong Kong Generative AI Research and Development Centre (HKGAI). A prominent Hong Kong-based research institute, HKGAI was established in October 2023 under the InnoHK programme, led by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Its primary mission is to develop Hong Kong’s self-developed AI foundation models and ecosystem. HKGAI focuses on creating open-source generative AI technologies, including the HKGAI V1 large language model and applications... en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Xinmei Shen Xinmei Shen A Hong Kong government-backed artificial intelligence lab is preparing to launch a new model built on DeepSeek that can run entirely on Chinese-made chips. The Hong Kong Generative AI Research and Development Centre (HKGAI) plans to unveil its HKGAI-V3 model in the first half of this year as it looks to export its “sovereign AI” capabilities to overseas markets. The system was based on DeepSeek V4 architecture with “full-parameter fine tuning for localisation”, and had been optimised to operate... https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3352364/hong-kong-puts-its-own-spin-deepseek-china-chip-ai-push-abroad?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3352364/hong-kong-puts-its-own-spin-deepseek-china-chip-ai-push-abroad?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 May 2026 11:30:07 +0000 Oscar Liu Oscar Liu A new research institute in Hong Kong is set to ramp up efforts to develop “AI for all” as early as this month, mapping out a strategy to strengthen the government’s capabilities while ensuring all residents and sectors benefit from the technology, a senior official has said. Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Kevin Choi Kit-ming said one of the priorities of the Hong Kong Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute would be to integrate a locally... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349304/new-research-institute-ramp-efforts-hong-kong-pursues-ai-all?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349304/new-research-institute-ramp-efforts-hong-kong-pursues-ai-all?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:30:09 +0000 Eunice Xu Eunice Xu Hong Kong is poised to launch the world’s first open-source human-AI agent collaboration network, along with a series of everyday artificial intelligence products to assist citizens with activities such as applying for schools and analysing horse racing. The Hong Kong Generative AI Research and Development Centre (HKGAI) said it would soon offer on an open-source basis a human-AI agent collaboration network named “ClawNet”, designed to ensure AI agents “only do things that are allowed”,... https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3346777/hong-kong-launch-worlds-first-governed-ai-agent-network-amid-openclaw-frenzy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3346777/hong-kong-launch-worlds-first-governed-ai-agent-network-amid-openclaw-frenzy?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:00:10 +0000 Xinmei Shen Xinmei Shen Hong Kong’s first locally developed artificial intelligence chatbot, HKChat, has raised expectations that it could compete with more popular and established AI apps, as it racked up around 90,000 users in the city within a week of its low-key release. HKChat is focused on providing information on local services, including real-time bus arrivals, as well as the city’s weather, laws and regulations. It was the top-ranked free app on Apple’s Hong Kong App Store on Sunday, according to data from app... https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3334267/hong-kongs-hkchat-raises-ai-expectations-90000-users-join-app-debut-week?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3334267/hong-kongs-hkchat-raises-ai-expectations-90000-users-join-app-debut-week?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 26 Nov 2025 23:00:09 +0000 Matthew Cheng,Leopold Chen Matthew Cheng,Leopold Chen Both Hong Kong authorities and a major developer are offering residents an array of discounts and perks during the Legislative Council election weekend, including complimentary entry to swimming pools and museums, in a bid to boost voter turnout. Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki announced on Wednesday that voters would also receive a thank-you card upon casting their ballot, which could be redeemed for discounts and coupons worth a total of HK$5 million (US$643,000) across Chow Tai Fook Group’s... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3334184/hong-kong-offer-discounts-free-pools-and-museums-boost-legco-election-turnout?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3334184/hong-kong-offer-discounts-free-pools-and-museums-boost-legco-election-turnout?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:51:23 +0000 Letters Letters Feel strongly about these letters, or any other aspects of the news? Share your views by emailing us your Letter to the Editor at letters@scmp.com or filling in this Google form. Submissions should not exceed 400 words The announcement of a digital education blueprint during Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s latest policy address presents a timely opportunity for Hong Kong to establish itself as a leader in setting standards for artificial intelligence (AI) in education. As AI tools enter our... https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3327495/hong-kong-could-help-asia-set-standards-ai-education?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3327495/hong-kong-could-help-asia-set-standards-ai-education?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2025 03:30:07 +0000 Douglas Parkes Douglas Parkes When DeepSeek R1 launched in January, it sent shock waves through the tech world. Here was a large language model (LLM) capable of rivalling ChatGPT yet developed at a fraction of the cost. The breakthrough shifted global attention from Silicon Valley to Hangzhou, underscoring China’s emergence as a leader in artificial intelligence. This development was part of a broader, decisive national movement. In March, the local government in Beijing mandated new artificial intelligence courses for the... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3322237/ai-literacy-key-hong-kongs-future-supremacy-global-education-race?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3322237/ai-literacy-key-hong-kongs-future-supremacy-global-education-race?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 19 Aug 2025 06:15:25 +0000 Danielle Popov,Hannah Wang Danielle Popov,Hannah Wang Hong Kong’s ambition to create an artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem is bearing fruit, with more than 90 per cent of the city’s flagship supercomputing centre at Cyberport now in use, according to officials. The AI Supercomputing Centre, which began operations in December, is a cornerstone of the government’s strategy to foster a vibrant local AI ecosystem. Authorities have earmarked HK$3 billion (US$418.6 million) in subsidies to support AI model development and applications. Cyberport said... https://www.scmp.com/news/china-future-tech/ai/article/3317025/more-90-hong-kongs-ai-supercomputing-capacity-use-cyberport-says?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/china-future-tech/ai/article/3317025/more-90-hong-kongs-ai-supercomputing-capacity-use-cyberport-says?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Jul 2025 13:00:10 +0000