TechnologyUS tech giants warn Hong Kong data law could drive them away
Google, Facebook and Twitter cite prosecution risks under privacy plans
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam said the government would address worries about the anti-doxxing law during the legislative process. © Reuters
MICHELLE CHAN, Nikkei staff writer
July 6, 2021 04:45 JST
Updated on July 6, 2021 13:21 JST
HONG KONG -- Leading international technology companies including Google, Facebook and Twitter have warned Hong Kong of a potential exodus if the financial hub presses ahead with planned changes to its privacy laws that would make companies and staff legally liable for doxxing activities on their platforms.