US tech giants warn Hong Kong data law could drive them away

Google, Facebook and Twitter cite prosecution risks under privacy plans

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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

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.

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