[2026-02-06 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Elon Musk’s space-based AI vision sparked a Chinese solar stock frenzy

Snippet: Musk’s pursuit of space-based data centres has drawn attention to China’s solar industry, sparking market rallies – and calls for caution

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342557/space-computing-push-elon-musks-spacex-shines-beam-chinas-solar-supply-chain

[2026-02-06 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Invest Sri Lanka Investor Forum invites global investments to country - DailyNews

Snippet: “We invite global investors to explore the emerging opportunities in the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, a nation defined not only by its strategic location and economic potential, but also by its talented people and extraordinary natural beauty, “ Chathuranga Abeysinghe, Deputy Minister of

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/06/business/946349/invest-sri-lanka-investor-forum-invites-global-investments-to-country/

[2026-02-06 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ceylinco Life draw sets Family Savari 19 winners on journeys abroad - DailyNews

Snippet: Ceylinco Life, Sri Lanka’s life insurance market leader, has concluded the draw of the 19th edition of its iconic Family Savari mega promotion, selecting hundreds of winning families for unforgettable overseas holidays and local leisure experiences, while marking a colourful first with the selection of winners from its ‘Run for Savari game.’

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/06/business/946209/ceylinco-life-draw-sets-family-savari-19-winners-on-journeys-abroad/

[2026-02-06 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 05.02.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/06/business/946320/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-05-02-2026/

[2026-02-05 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why CATL’s sodium-ion breakthrough could be a game changer for China’s EV market

Snippet: The Naxtra battery, more price-stable and cold-resistant than the lithium-ion units now powering most EVs, will undergo its first tests this week

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3342481/chinas-catl-tests-evs-and-lithiums-dominance-pioneering-sodium-ion-battery

[2026-02-05 17:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: banks in the Philippines

Snippet: BrandRap Where do time deposits fit in today’s portfolios? BrandRap Empowering enterprise growth through smarter Cash Management Services with BDO Feb 5, 2026 2:07 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap BPI reminds customers how to spot scams this holiday season Dec 26, 2025 1:34 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap Unlock an exclusive MICHELIN Starred dining experience – only with UnionBank Dec 22, 2025

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/banks-philippines/

[2026-02-05 16:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Loose or lose: Indonesian billionaires told to sell shares to save market

Snippet: Index compiler MCSI says Indonesia must address ‘fundamental investability issues’ or risk being downgraded from emerging to frontier market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3342468/indonesia-force-billionaires-sell-shares-loosen-control-or-lose-market-status

[2026-02-05 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Baidu unveils first-ever dividend and US$5 billion buy-back amid AI race

Snippet: In a move designed to steady investor nerves, Baidu signalled a shift towards more predictable payouts as AI spending continues to rise

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342462/baidu-unveils-first-ever-dividend-and-us5-billion-buy-back-amid-ai-race

[2026-02-05 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: health-related fact checks

Snippet: Fact Check FACT CHECK: Aphelion not linked to cold weather, health risks – PAGASA Fact Check FACT CHECK: No reports of looming lockdown in PH due to Nipah virus Feb 5, 2026 12:15 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: No confirmed Nipah virus case in PH — DOH Feb 4, 2026 1:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/health-related-fact-checks/

[2026-02-05 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks eke out gain as mainland investors overpower tech jitters

Snippet: Southbound Stock Connect inflows provide late-session support, helping the benchmark reverse earlier losses

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342440/alibaba-kuaishou-smic-drop-hong-kong-tech-stock-sell-ai-fears-grip

[2026-02-05 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: agriculture

Snippet: Thought Leaders [Vantage Point] The Leviste sting: The risks of trading farmland for megawatts Business [Good Business] Kaya ba ng Pilipino maging world-class farmer? Feb 5, 2026 8:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Business In a sea of imports, one dairy brand is choosing local milk Feb 1, 2026 10:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Inside Track TACO: Why Trump walked back on 19%

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/agriculture/

[2026-02-05 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Morgan Stanley sees another record year for Hong Kong IPOs as pipeline hits 450

Snippet: Mainland China’s issuers will still dominate city’s IPO market, executive says, but US and Southeast Asian companies are also joining in

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3342365/morgan-stanley-sees-another-record-year-hong-kong-ipos-pipeline-hits-450

[2026-02-05 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: “Sri Lanka today not a recovery story, but transformation story” - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka presented a clear message of confidence, reform and long-term opportunity at the Exclusive Port City Colombo Investor Forum held on January 27, 2026 at Singapore. Jointly organised by the High Commission of Sri Lanka in Singapore and Port City Colombo, the forum positioned Port City Colombo as the centrepiece of Sri Lanka’s next phase of economic transformation.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/05/business/945729/sri-lanka-today-not-a-recovery-story-but-transformation-story/

[2026-02-05 04:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Najeriya: Sojojin Amurka za su taimaka?

Snippet: Kama daga hari zuwa shawagi ko bayan jibge makamai kafin kai wa ga tura sojan daga baya dai, sannu a hankali Amurkan na share wuri da zama cikin batun tsaro da kila ma makomar Tarayyar Najeriyar a nan gaba. Wannan ne dai karo na farkon fari da Amurkan a cikin suna na kokarin kare Kiristoci, ke jibge sojanta a Najeriya da sunan tsaro.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ha/sojojin-amurka-za-su-taimaka-a-najeriya/a-75806792

[2026-02-05 01:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Les Etats-Unis misent sur sécurité et commerce au Sahel

Snippet: La visite au Mali, cette semaine, de Nick Checker, chef du Bureau des affaires africaines au département d’État américain, marque le retour de Washington au Sahel. Mais les Etats-Unis opèrent un repositionnement stratégique dans la région, sur trois axes majeurs : un virage vers une diplomatie axée sur le commerce, notamment des minerais, un recentrage sécuritaire, avec la réduction de la présence militaire permanente, et un désengagement de l’aide humanitaire au profit de partenariats économiques et sécuritaires ciblés.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/fr/interview-de-gnaka-lagoke-sur-le-partenariat-usa-aes-sahel/a-75805995

[2026-02-05 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s turbocharged EV market hits a speed bump amid falling sales

Snippet: After years at full throttle, China’s EV sector is slowing sharply, with sales sliding in January as tax breaks fade and costs rise

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342410/chinas-turbocharged-ev-market-hits-speed-bump-amid-falling-sales-and-rising-costs

[2026-02-04 22:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to increase profit-sharing bonus after strong recovery

Snippet: Airline forecasts paying out higher bonuses to eligible staff amid strong financial results and a record customer satisfaction score for 2025

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3342394/hong-kongs-cathay-pacific-increase-profit-sharing-bonus-after-strong-recovery

[2026-02-04 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Rappler events and roadshows

Snippet: Newsletters #CourageON: In our communities, corruption is personal Newsletters [Be The Good] In Dumaguete, we launch #CorruptionWatch Feb 4, 2026 6:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Events FULL RECORDING: Rappler, Linya-Linya launch Mabuting Pamamahala campaign Jan 31, 2026 2:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Events IN PHOTOS: Comedy meets advocacy at Rappler and Linya-Linya’s ‘Mabuti Pa’ launch Jan 28, 2026 4:24 PM PHT Share

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/events-roadshows/

[2026-02-04 19:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Vibrant’ Hong Kong market seen drawing more listings from abroad

Snippet: But other markets like South Korea could offer stronger near-term returns for international investors, J.P. Morgan Private Bank says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342363/vibrant-hong-kong-market-attract-more-listings-abroad-bankers-say

[2026-02-04 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | China’s real estate rethink can help end developers’ debt addiction

Snippet: The future of Chinese property looks to be smaller and more rational, with a market defined by real estate’s worth rather than volume

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3342182/chinas-real-estate-rethink-can-help-end-developers-debt-addiction

[2026-02-04 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s first ‘Tesla killer’, flying car makers eye lift-off date: 7 EV reads

Snippet: From analysis on Beijing-Ottawa tariff deal to foreign carmakers set to stage China comeback, here are seven EV stories you may have missed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3342319/xiaomis-tesla-killer-beijing-ottawa-tariff-deal-promising-china-market-7-ev-reads

[2026-02-04 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Fact checks on online scams

Snippet: Fact Check FACT CHECK: Links for national ID holders to register for cash aid are fake Fact Check FACT CHECK: Post promising P29,000 cash aid from DSWD is fake Feb 4, 2026 3:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: Fake unconditional cash transfer registration links lead to gambling, blog sites Jan 29, 2026 5:12 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/fact-checks-online-scams/

[2026-02-04 17:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: environmental conservation

Snippet: Philippine News Rappler Talk: What the world can learn from Philippine seas MovePH Beyond the ‘sadsad’: How Dinagyang 2026 became a platform for advocacy Feb 4, 2026 2:25 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Luzon Relocate wind turbines, Antipolo mayor urges DENR, energy firm Jan 27, 2026 7:30 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Kasalikasan] Historic treaty protecting high seas kicks off 2026 Jan 20,

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/environmental-conservation/

[2026-02-04 12:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks gain as tax worries abate, solar sector rallies on Musk plans

Snippet: ‘Broader VAT hikes on private services are unlikely in 2026 and would run counter to reflation efforts,’ Morgan Stanley says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342300/hong-kong-stocks-slip-tax-worries-weigh-tech-mainland-stock-sentiment

[2026-02-04 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Surging stocks could help China become more than an export powerhouse

Snippet: A booming Chinese stock market can expand household wealth, boost spending power and reinforce consumer sentiment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3342116/surging-stocks-could-help-china-become-more-export-powerhouse

[2026-02-04 11:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | Indonesia’s top economic minister vows capital market reforms

Snippet: Airlangga Hartarto also tells This Week in Asia that Indonesia is not on a nationalisation drive, but merely targeting illegal operations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3342275/indonesias-top-economic-minister-vows-capital-market-reforms-not-merely-because-msci

[2026-02-04 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Катера Ирана пытались взять на абордаж танкер США

Snippet: Шесть вооруженных катеров Ирана приблизились к танкеру Stena Imperative, шедшему под американским флагом в Ормузском проливе примерно в 30 км к северу от Омана. Об этом во вторник, 3 февраля, сообщили агентство Reuters и газета The Wall Street Journal со ссылкой на неназванных собеседников, знакомых с ситуацией, и данные консалтинговой компании Vanguard Tech.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/voennye-katera-irana-pytalis-vzat-na-abordaz-tanker-ssa-v-ormuzskom-prolive/a-75791133

[2026-02-04 01:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Epstein files scandal triggers UK criminal probe as Mandelson quits parliament

Snippet: UK police to investigate if Peter Mandelson shared market-sensitive data with Jeffrey Epstein after the latest US files dump draws scrutiny

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3342282/uk-police-called-starmer-moves-expel-mandelson-over-epstein-leaks

[2026-02-03 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s J-10C stars at Singapore Airshow after lead role in India-Pakistan war

Snippet: Beijing is eyeing the Southeast Asian market after the 4.5-generation fighter raised its international profile by shooting down a Rafale jet

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3342255/chinas-j-10c-performs-singapore-air-show-after-lead-role-india-pakistan-conflict

[2026-02-03 22:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: UBS move to West Kowloon reshapes demand in Hong Kong office market

Snippet: The Swiss bank says the move will strengthen links to mainland China and Greater Bay Area clients

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/property/hong-kong-china/article/3342262/ubs-move-west-kowloon-reshapes-demand-hong-kong-office-market

[2026-02-03 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong home sales slide in January, but agents eye Lunar New Year ‘mini-boom’

Snippet: While deal volumes eased at the start of the year, agents point to robust new-home demand as a sign of a market bounce

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342223/hong-kong-home-sales-slide-january-agents-eye-lunar-new-year-mini-boom

[2026-02-03 19:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Fracspace to invest Rs 5 Bn in Altaira resort, suite, vila project - DailyNews

Snippet: Fracspace, the global real estate and lifestyle development announced its strategic entry into Sri Lanka through Altaira—its flagship international development and a considered step in the company’s global expansion journey at a press conference held in Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/business/944432/fracspace-to-invest-rs-5-bn-in-altaira-resort-suite-vila-project/

[2026-02-03 18:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Uber enters first Asian market in years with Macau relaunch

Snippet: Riders can hail taxis in the gambling hub, or reserve limo service to and from Hong Kong, via the Uber app from Tuesday

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3342212/uber-enters-first-asian-market-years-macau-relaunch

[2026-02-03 18:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Nursing home goes from renter to buyer as uncertainty chills property investors

Snippet: Elderly care operator among the few active buyers, with a US$14.4 million deal for the site it occupies bucking investor retreat

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/property/article/3342210/nursing-home-goes-renter-buyer-uncertainty-chills-property-investors

[2026-02-03 17:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Shanghai is buying small older flats to revive its ailing housing market

Snippet: Pudong, Jing’an and Xuhui districts will lead the programme, which comes amid signs of stabilisation in the secondary market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342204/shanghai-buy-second-hand-homes-rental-housing-pilot-support-property-market

[2026-02-03 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Craving a midnight bite in Macau? The city’s top chefs are here to help

Snippet: Macau’s top chefs share their favourite post-shift haunts where the city’s culinary roots run deepest – and where inspiration is born

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3341273/macaus-best-late-night-eats-according-chefs-tam-kwok-fung-julien-tongourian-and-pan-sihui

[2026-02-03 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | MTR’s embrace of green bonds an example for other Hong Kong firms

Snippet: While local companies have been slow to take up ESG, the MTR Corporation’s record bond issuance shows there is investor interest in supporting the environment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3342054/mtrs-embrace-green-bonds-example-other-hong-kong-firms

[2026-02-03 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Online payment system for Peliyagoda Manning Market - DailyNews

Snippet: The new online payment system introduced by the Urban Development Authority to streamline the daily financial transactions of the Peliyagoda Manning Market was launched recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/business/944404/online-payment-system-for-peliyagoda-manning-market/

[2026-02-03 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: AA Japan opens first office in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: AA Japan (Private) Limited has opened its first office in Sri Lanka in January 2026, bringing three decades of experience in the Japanese used vehicle export business directly to the Sri Lankan market.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/business/944310/aa-japan-opens-first-office-in-sri-lanka/

[2026-02-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Share Market Statistics on 02.02.2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/business/944448/share-market-statistics-on-02-02-2026/

[2026-02-03 02:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Marekani- China zatunishiana misuli teknolojia ya AI

Snippet: Mwaka mmoja uliopita katika wiki kama hii,eneo la Marekani la matumizi na uvumbuzi wa teknolojia ya hali ya juu Silicon Valley na eneo la biashara muhimu la Wall Street yalishtushwa na uzinduzi wa app mpya ya China ya DeepSeek ambayo inapambana na zile za Marekani za mawasiliano mfanoChat GPT, kwa kubainisha utendaji wa hali ya juu kwa gharama ndogo zaidi na matumizi ya teknolojia ya chini zaidi.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/sw/marekani-china-zatunishiana-misuli-teknolojia-ya-ai/a-75764377

[2026-02-03 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Red packet rumble: will Tencent’s cash giveaway work again in crowded AI market?

Snippet: Analysts say strong competition from ByteDance, DeepSeek, Ant Group and Alibaba may prevent Tencent’s Yuanbao from repeating WeChat glory

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342111/red-packet-rumble-will-tencents-cash-giveaway-work-again-crowded-ai-market

[2026-02-02 23:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore aims for stars with its new space agency, in a boost for Asia-Pacific

Snippet: By launching a national space agency, Singapore aims to scale its satellite capabilities and lead the Asia-Pacific in space sustainability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3342133/singapore-launch-national-space-agency-capture-piece-us18-trillion-global-market

[2026-02-02 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Mark Villar

Snippet: Thought Leaders [Vantage Point] SEC vs the Villar empire: Too orderly to be innocent? Newsletters [Rappler’s Best] Ah, the Villars Feb 2, 2026 6:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsbreak Podcasts and Videos Top political stories of 2025: The Villar family’s business and political setbacks Dec 25, 2025 9:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsbreak Podcasts and Videos 10 biggest political stories that defined

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/mark-villar/

[2026-02-02 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Paolo Villar

Snippet: Feb 2, 2026 6:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/paolo-villar/

[2026-02-02 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Stern rebuke: China shrugs off 2025 US threats to anchor shipbuilding dominance

Snippet: Despite a market share dip, Chinese yards extend their commanding lead in key indicators, as high exports and lengthy backlogs signal resilience despite rivals’ gains

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3342091/china-navigates-us-threats-anchor-global-shipbuilding-dominance-2025

[2026-02-02 19:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Alibaba’s Qwen ramps up AI app race with Spring Festival giveaway blitz

Snippet: Alibaba unveils US$432 million campaign to push mass-market adoption of its AI as rivalry with Tencent, Baidu and ByteDance intensifies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342085/alibabas-qwen-ramps-ai-app-race-spring-festival-giveaway-blitz

[2026-02-02 19:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Online payment facilities introduced for UDA clients under national digitalization drive - DailyNews

Snippet: Online payment facilities were introduced today (02) for clients of the Urban Development Authority (UDA) as part of the government’s national digitalization programme, with the launch held at the Peliyagoda Manning General Market Complex under the patronage of Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Bimal Rathnayake.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/local/944118/online-payment-facilities-introduced-for-uda-clients-under-national-digitalization-drive/

[2026-02-02 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The View | Hong Kong’s housing market recovery rests on solid foundations

Snippet: Unlike the commercial property sector, the city’s residential market is supported by multiple factors helping to drive demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3342044/hong-kongs-housing-market-recovery-rests-solid-foundations

[2026-02-02 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks drop by most since November, led by mining, telecoms

Snippet: Telecommunications firms drop after Chinese authorities raise value-added taxes, denting profit expectations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342032/hong-kong-stocks-drop-shaky-risk-sentiment-us-equities-and-metals-slide