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Licensed firms in Hong Kong face AI-driven cyber threats from regulators.

Tuesday saw the Hong Kong securities regulator issue a cautionary alert to licensed companies regarding an alarming escalation in sophisticated AI-powered cyber attacks.

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Tuesday saw the Hong Kong securities regulator issue a cautionary alert to licensed companies regarding an alarming escalation in sophisticated AI-powered cyber attacks.

The Securities and Futures Commission issued a warning that licensed firms in Hong Kong must implement robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard client data from unauthorized access and protect assets from potential theft.

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The number of reported cyberattacks surged by a significant 27% in 2025, reaching a total of 15,877 incidents, up from 12,536 cases in the preceding year according to HKCERT's statistics.

Regulators in Hong Kong have noted that AI is being exploited by malicious entities to rapidly pinpoint vulnerabilities and orchestrate massive cyber assaults.

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Regulators have pinpointed vulnerabilities in licensed firms' cybersecurity defenses, specifically highlighting the need for robust patching and vulnerability management practices.

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