The Gaming Economy: Can China Stay Ahead Post-Regulation?

Gaming exports soar globally even as domestic restrictions reshape industry strategy. From Hobby to Industry China is home to the world’s largest gaming market, with hundreds of millions of active players and billions in revenue from mobile and PC titles. For years, Chinese

Shanghai Cracks Down on Online Property Market Pessimism as Sector Faces Ongoing Pressure

Shanghai authorities have launched a sweeping campaign against online content that portrays the property market in an overly negative or misleading light, as concerns about China’s struggling real estate sector continue to linger. The move comes at a time when two major data

Work In Progress: Hong Kong Begins Reaping The Rewards Of Fintech Seeds Sown A Decade Ago

Nearly ten years ago, Hong Kong’s fintech scene looked nothing like the vibrant ecosystem it has become today. When Alvin Kwock, co-founder of digital insurer OneDegree, attended the first-ever Hong Kong FinTech Week in November 2016, the event took place in a modest

China’s Fintech Regulation: Enhancing Compliance And Risk Management

IntroductionChina’s fintech sector is growing rapidly, prompting regulators to strengthen oversight, enhance compliance frameworks, and mitigate systemic risk. The People’s Bank of China (PBOC), alongside the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), has implemented comprehensive guidelines covering banking, insurance, securities, and emerging fintech platforms.

China’s Online Gaming Economy: From Regulation to Reinvention

Studios adapt to stricter rules while exporting titles abroad. China’s online gaming industry has faced heavy scrutiny in recent years, with regulators imposing strict playtime limits for minors and tighter approvals for new releases. Yet by 2025, the sector will have shown remarkable