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Hong Kong sees 62% jump in data privacy complaints amid AI era

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Hong Kong's privacy watchdog has reported a 62% surge in data privacy complaints during the first half of 2026, a trend attributed to the rise of artificial intelligence. The Commissioner for Personal Data, Ada Chung Lai-ling, urged residents to be extremely cautious with their personal information, particularly during online transactions and sign-ups, as data has become a highly valuable commodity. The information technology sector saw the highest number of complaints, with 867 cases. AI

IMPACT Increased AI adoption is linked to a significant rise in data privacy concerns and complaints, highlighting the need for greater user caution.

RANK_REASON Article discusses trends and expert opinion on data privacy in the context of AI, rather than a specific event.

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Hong Kong sees 62% jump in data privacy complaints amid AI era

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