AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAI Race & Markets: Z.ai (Zhipu) says its next model, GLM-5.3, will boost coding and plans to release model weights within two weeks, as China’s AI firms push to narrow the gap with OpenAI and Anthropic. Local Economy: Hong Kong lifted its 2026 growth forecast after Q2 GDP rose 4.3%, with exports supported by AI-related electronics demand. Insurance Policy Shift: The Insurance Authority’s reappointed CEO says broadening insurers’ regional clientele beyond mainland visitors will be a priority as Beijing’s tax changes pressure the sector. Public Health: CHP urged mosquito-bite prevention as dengue and chikungunya risks rise with hot, wet weather; it also reported a new melioidosis case after storms. Finance & Fraud: Investment scam cases fell 15% in H1, but losses stayed high at HK$1.65b, with police warning of AI-generated “overseas” investment licences. Aviation Safety: CAD said it has completed its review of Cathay Pacific’s July 4 communication-loss incident and ordered further crew training and follow-up measures. Business Watch: CK Asset shares slid after property-sales profit dropped 57% in the first half.
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