Invest Hong Kong provides updates on information security incident
Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) provided an update today (March 3) on the information security incident identified on February 22 which involved a malicious ransomware attack to part of InvestHK's computer systems. According to InvestHK's investigation findings, there was no evidence indicating leakage of personal information. No further suspicious activities have been identified. InvestHK is very grateful for the support and assistance rendered by the Police and the Digital Policy Office (DPO) during the incident. The department's computer systems have largely resumed normal operations today.
The spokesman for InvestHK said that as the global cybersecurity landscape was evolving, the department would continue to enhance its cyber resilience level and cybersecurity risk management. It will also follow the suggestions from the DPO and experts in tightening its IT security systems to prevent similar incidents from happening again .
The spokesman reminded members of the public to stay alert and to refrain from clicking on any embedded links or providing any personal or financial information such as credit card information, or making any payment to suspicious emails or SMS messages.
The department condemns such malicious attacks again and hopes that the culprits can be brought to justice as soon as possible so as to safeguard information and cybersecurity.
London ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) cohosted a seminar titled "Bridging Innovation: Connecting Talent and Partnerships" in London, the United Kingdom (UK), on March 5 (London time), together with City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), Invest Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, to promote Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem and explore new opportunities in talent exchange and global partnerships.
The seminar was also organised as a trade and investment promotion initiative under the new functional platform Economic and Trade Express, as announced in the Chief Executive's 2025 Policy Address.
In her opening remarks, the Director-General of the London ETO, Miss Fiona Chau, highlighted that Hong Kong's universities provide a strong foundation for strengthening the city's global competitiveness in innovation and technology. She noted that Hong Kong's close integration with the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area offers extensive opportunities for collaboration and market access. She encouraged academic institutions, start-ups, entrepreneurs, investors and global talent to consider Hong Kong as a base for scaling ventures, advancing careers and building global partnerships.
The seminar also featured remarks by the CityUHK Associate Vice-President (Innovation) and Director of CityUHK Academy of Innovation, Professor Michael Tse Chi-kong, who shared insights into CityUHK's strategic focus on nurturing innovation talent and strengthening collaboration between academia and industry.
A networking reception was held immediately after the seminar. Over 80 participants attended the event, including innovators and representatives from the business and academic sectors from the UK and Hong Kong, providing valuable opportunities for exchange, collaboration and partnership building.
London ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
London ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
London ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
London ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
