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PETA Condemns HKTV's Controversial Animal Limb Experiments

4/1/2026

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An animal rights group urged Hong Kong Technology Venture (HKTV) to halt experiments involving the separation of animal limbs and heads, which HKTV says can remain viable for hours.
Since 2022, HKTV has conducted 38 such experiments on pigs and sheep, citing potential organ-preservation benefits.
PETA Asia criticized the research as cruel and speculative.
HKTV has invested over HK$44.5 million in the project, noting regulatory compliance.

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An animal rights group urged Hong Kong Technology Venture (HKTV) to halt experiments involving the separation of animal limbs and heads, which HKTV says can remain viable for hours.
Since 2022, HKTV has conducted 38 such experiments on pigs and sheep, citing potential organ-preservation benefits.
PETA Asia criticized the research as cruel and speculative.
HKTV has invested over HK$44.5 million in the project, noting regulatory compliance.