Robot Retail: Hong Kong is set to open its first 24-hour robot-operated convenience store in Hung Hom, with a Galbot G1 robot (“Xiao Gai”) stocking shelves, handling voice commands, and running checkout in a ~97 sq ft capsule. AI & Finance Compliance: Digital Shape Technologies released Webfolio® 2.92, adding compliance breach management with automated justification workflows plus Bloomberg Fixnet integration and a public API for asset managers. Privacy & Governance: Hong Kong’s Secretary for Justice Paul Lam urged proper AI use and data privacy protection at the PCPD 30th Anniversary Privacy Protection Summit, as regulators push clearer rules for AI-era data handling. Health Tech Research: A Hong Kong-based study links pro-inflammatory diets to higher depression risk in older adults, with a stronger effect in women. MedTech Deal: Dimerix secured an exclusive licence with Everest Medicines to commercialise its Phase 3 drug DMX-200 across Greater China, Hong Kong, and parts of Southeast Asia. EV Charging Partnership: GAC Energy and Shell Hong Kong signed a strategic deal to expand EV charging infrastructure, building on Shell’s existing Hong Kong charging network. Infrastructure & Northern Metropolis: AtkinsRéalis/AECOM won a design-and-construction contract for the Northern Metropolis Highway (San Tin Section), supporting a ~9km east-west corridor tied to future housing and tech development. Policy Planning: HKSAR launched a public consultation on its first five-year plan (2026-2030), covering economy, industries, green transformation, and key livelihood areas. Trade & Tech Events: ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA announced FRESHTech, a new tech platform launching in Hong Kong on 2–4 September.