HONG KONG (Reuters) - HSBC Holdings PLC plans to add more than a 1,000 jobs this year at its technology development centers in China, as the Asia-focused lender seeks to bolster its presence in the world’s second largest economy. FILE PHOTO: The HSBC headquarters building is seen in Pudong financial district in Shanghai, China December 8, 2010. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo Europe’s biggest bank by assets will boost headcount at its technology centers in Guangzhou, Shanghai and Xi’an by 14% from a current 7,000-strong workforce, said HSBC Chief Information Officer Darryl West. In recent years the London-based bank has spent $3 billion annually on its group technology operations which employ 40,000 people worldwide, and West said annual investments of $3-$3.5 billion are planned over the next few years. Many global banks set up low-cost hubs in China and India more than a decade ago to maintain their complex worldwide information technology networks, … [Read more...] about HSBC plans more China tech jobs in push for market share
The US is underestimating Huawei, says founder Ren Zhengfei
Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei has downplayed the impact of the US executive order that could cripple Huawei’s ability to collaborate with American companies like Google and Qualcomm. In comments to Chinese media gathered at the company’s Shenzhen headquarters, reported on by the Global Times state newspaper, Ren says the 90-day extension to normal business relations granted by the US won’t make much difference to Huawei due to the company’s existing contingency plans. “In such a critical moment, I’m grateful to US companies, as they’ve contributed a lot to Huawei’s development and showed their conscientiousness on the matter,” Ren says. “As far as I know, US companies have been making efforts to persuade the US government to let them cooperate with Huawei ... We always need US-developed chipsets, and we can’t exclude American products with a narrow mind.” Ren says that the trade restrictions won’t affect … [Read more...] about The US is underestimating Huawei, says founder Ren Zhengfei
Tyson Fury reveals what he thinks of Conor McGregor
Tyson Fury has revealed his admiration for MMA superstar Conor McGregor, describing the Irishman as a "game-changer" in the sport. The 30-year-old is one of the most recognisable names in UFC, having previously won both the featherweight and lightweight titles. In 2017, he swapped the Octagon for the boxing ring to fight undefeated champion Floyd Mayweather in a bout that saw the Irishman lose by a tenth-round TKO. McGregor returned to MMA a year later, only to be defeated by lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov in October and handed a ban for the brawl that followed. The UFC superstar's latest controversy saw him accused of stamping on a fan's mobile phone in Miami, only for the charges to be dropped in May. However, former heavyweight champion Fury believes that the Irishman's various troubles shouldn't overshadow his achievements. "I think Conor has transcended the game of MMA," Fury told Ariel Helwani's MMA Show on ESPN . "He's set precedents, he's set the game on fire. … [Read more...] about Tyson Fury reveals what he thinks of Conor McGregor
The Ultimate Mobile App Development Bundle is now 96% off
App development is just about the hottest ticket in town right now. It’s fun to learn too, as creating each new app is a fulfilling little project.Then there’s the potential for big bucks. With the right idea and a bit of training, you never know if you’ll strike gold. A friend of mine, who’ll remain anonymous, developed an app which is close to being sold for a seven-figure sum.Interested in discovering if this is for you? You can learn online, and the Ultimate Mobile App Development Certification Bundle, which is on offer this week, is an extensive resource. You can learn at your own pace in your spare time. The bundle features more than 60 hours of hands-on training spanning six learning kits. Each kit focusses on a different approach or aspect of app building, making it an excellent way to become an all-around app development pro across Android and iOS. For example, there are specialized Android and iOS courses, but you also dive into Flutter and Dart: a … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Mobile App Development Bundle is now 96% off
Rita Ora opens up on ‘Andrew Garfield and Liam Payne romances’
Rita Ora has spoken out about her romances amid rumours that she has finished with Andrew Garfield and could be 'romancing' Liam Payne. The 28-year-old pop star has reportedly split with Spider-Man actor Andrew Garfield in March and has been linked to former One Direction singer Liam Payne. Rita has dismissed any thoughts of love being in the air as she is now focusing solely on her music career, stating that a relationship "isn't my main priority." Speaking to The Sun, Rita opened up about the difficulties of dating when your life is under the spotlight. Rita said: "But if it's too difficult, that really confirms it's just not the right time. "I get linked with every man I'm seen out with. But to be really honest with you, right now a relationship isn't my main priority. "But I don't want to leave it too late either, because I do want to have a massive family in the future." Rita, who is about to embark on a European tour for her most recent album, Phoenix, also dismissed reports … [Read more...] about Rita Ora opens up on ‘Andrew Garfield and Liam Payne romances’