https://www.scmp.com/rss/525591/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Advertising partner Advertising partner [The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Octopus is moving further into Hong Kong’s transport system with the rollout of a taxi booking feature in its app, as the city steps up efforts to modernise a traditionally cash-heavy sector through regulation and fintech. The new “Easy Ride” feature allows passengers to book, ride and pay for taxis in a single interface, expanding the company’s role in transport from fare settlement to journey co-ordination. The launch... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/octopus-easy-ride/article/3350940/from-tap-to-taxi?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/topics/octopus-easy-ride/article/3350940/from-tap-to-taxi?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:16 +0000