The energy storage industry operates through an interconnected chain, much like a well-oiled machine. Upstream, you find suppliers of battery raw materials and production equipment. Midstream lies the heart: suppliers of batteries, battery management systems, energy management systems, and energy storage converters. Downstream, we meet the end-users: energy storage system integrators, installers, and terminal users. […]
Will Quantum Computing Give China an Edge in Recapturing Lost Ground in Advanced Semiconductor Development due to the US Export Bans?
In the highly competitive global technology race, advanced semiconductors have emerged as a crucial battleground. The recent export bans imposed by the US have significantly impacted China’s semiconductor industry, and the country is scouting for detours to make up for lost momentum. One potential shortcut? The extraordinary world of quantum computing. Let’s explore how this […]
Charting the Course for Sustainability Reporting: Hong Kong’s Response to Global Standards
In an unprecedented move, the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO), an association of organizations that regulate the world’s securities and futures markets whose members include the Securities and Exchange Commission, has officially endorsed the inaugural Standards (IFRS S1 on general sustainability and IFRS S2 on climate-related disclosures) from the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). […]