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Cyberattacks Surge in Hong Kong Amid AI Threats

1/29/2026

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  • In 2025, Hong Kong faced a record-high level of cyberattacks as vulnerabilities tripled.
  • Edmond Lai Shiao-bun of the Hong Kong Productivity Council warned AI could heighten threats this year and urged stronger cybersecurity measures.
  • Lai identified three of the top five threats: AI-driven attacks, weak corporate governance over AI, and security gaps with third-party services.
  • The Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team reported 18,577 cybersecurity incidents last year, with 57% phishing.