HONG KONG'S TECH FLIP: INNOVATION OR IMITATION?

Hong Kong's tech scene is exploding right now, with startups popping up left and right. But is this authentic innovation or just clever mimicking of existing ideas? Some argue that Hong Kong's innovative drive is the key to its success, while others believe that it's simply riding the coattails of larger tech hubs like Silicon Valley. One thing is

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