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Home Surveillance Cameras Pose Privacy Risks from Data Leaks 90% Failed European Cyber Security Requirements Urging for Improvement by Manufacturers and Strengthened Regulation
  • 2023.03.15
  • Press Release

Home Surveillance Cameras Pose Privacy Risks from Data Leaks 90% Failed European Cyber Security Requirements Urging for Improvement by Manufacturers and Strengthened Regulation

“Smart homes” have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many households installing home surveillance cameras. Not only can users check on family members anytime, anywhere using smart devices and communicate with them remotely, it can also record videos, making home surveillance cameras an important smart device for home security. As surveillance cameras operate through internet connections, cyber security is crucial, or else videos and sensitive personal data may be leaked,...

Nearly All Dried Meat Snack Samples High in Sugar and Sodium Over 40% Found with Possibly Carcinogenic Contaminants Over 40% Found with Possibly Carcinogenic Contaminants
  • 2023.03.15
  • Press Release

Nearly All Dried Meat Snack Samples High in Sugar and Sodium Over 40% Found with Possibly Carcinogenic Contaminants Over 40% Found with Possibly Carcinogenic Contaminants

Meat jerky, meat floss and meat crisps are all tasty treats that are almost impossible to stop eating. The Consumer Council tested the food safety and nutrient content of 30 samples of meat jerky, meat floss and meat crisps, and found that over 40% (13 samples) were detected with the possibly carcinogenic contaminant Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), with the highest level found in 1 beef jerky sample with a total of 4 PAHs exceeding the European Union (EU) limit by over 50%. 1 pork...

Premium Not the Sole Consideration Factor for Pet Insurance Choose with Care as Coverage Definition and Compensation Terms Vary
  • 2023.03.15
  • Press Release

Premium Not the Sole Consideration Factor for Pet Insurance Choose with Care as Coverage Definition and Compensation Terms Vary

Many people treat pets as their own children and want them to be healthy. If they fall ill, however, their medical costs could be astronomical and might pose a financial burden to pet owners. As such, many pet insurance products have emerged on the market in recent years, providing a variety of medical, hospitalisation, and other items of coverage. The Consumer Council surveyed 23 pet insurance plans available and found that if owners were to consider the premium alone, variations in coverage,...

  • 2022.05.30
  • Shopping Guide

Trivia About Osteoporosis: People Will Become Easier Targets for the ‘Silent Killer’ During Menopause

Osteoporosis is a ‘silent killer’ People with osteoporosis will experience bone mass or bone density reduction, and bone structure deterioration, which will increase their risks of having fragility fractures. Even a minor trauma may lead to bone...

  • 2022.05.30
  • Shopping Guide

[Handwashing Cold Knowledge] Debunking 4 common handwashing myths

Myth 1 : Hand washes claimed with antibacterial functions are more effective at killing germs? Many people believe that antibacterial hand washes are more effective at killing bacteria and helping prevent the spread of diseases than regular hand...

  • 2022.04.25
  • Shopping Guide

Trivia Facts About Lithium-ion Batteries: 4Qs to Test Your Knowledge

Should you recharge only when the battery is totally flat? Answer: No. Some studies have found that a lithium-ion battery can last 50% longer if it is charged at 20% remaining capacity rather than when it is fully discharged. Also, you should try to...

Submission to the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau on Public Consultation on Establishing a Policy Holders’ Protection Scheme
  • 2023.03.29
  • Advocacy

Submission to the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau on Public Consultation on Establishing a Policy Holders’ Protection Scheme

The Consumer Council (the Council) is pleased to submit its response to the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) regarding the consultation paper (the Consultation Paper) on the proposed establishment of a Policy Holders’ Protection Scheme (PPS) in Hong Kong. The Council sets out below its views in relation to the recommendations and issues on key aspects of the proposed PPS, including its objectives and guiding principles, coverage and level of compensation, funding mechanism,...

Submission to the Securities and Futures Commission on Consultation Paper on the Proposed Regulatory Requirements for Virtual Asset Trading Platform Operators
  • 2023.03.24
  • Advocacy

Submission to the Securities and Futures Commission on Consultation Paper on the Proposed Regulatory Requirements for Virtual Asset Trading Platform Operators

Consumer Council (the Council) is pleased to submit its views with respect to the consultation paper (the Consultation Paper) on the proposed regulatory requirements for virtual asset (VA) trading platform operators licensed by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), and to provide suggestions for the protection of consumer interests in the use of VA trading platforms. General Views The Council notes the proposed regulatory requirements for licensed VA trading platforms and the detailed...

Submission to Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau on Public Consultation on Regulation of Crowdfunding Activities
  • 2023.03.24
  • Advocacy

Submission to Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau on Public Consultation on Regulation of Crowdfunding Activities

​​​​​​ The Consumer Council (the “Council”) is pleased to submit views concerning the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau’s (FSTB) Public Consultation on Regulation of Crowdfunding Activities (Public Consultation). The Council notes the FSTB’s recommendation to establish a Crowdfunding Affairs Office (“CAO”) dedicated to processing and coordinating regulatory and administrative matters related to crowdfunding activities and monitoring the conduct of such...

DH reminds public not to give or resell prescribed drugs to others
  • 2023.03.22
  • Consumer Alerts

DH reminds public not to give or resell prescribed drugs to others

​The Department of Health (DH) today (March 22) reminded members of the public that it is an offence to give or resell prescribed drugs to others. Patients should take their prescribed medications after consultation according to the doctor's instructions. Subsequent to a media report that some patients may have obtained a slimming drug named Panbesy from a medical practitioner for resell purpose, the DH and the Police conducted a joint operation today and raided the concerned clinic. The...

Not to consume a kind of imported vegetable crisps containing high content of acrylamide
  • 2023.03.14
  • Consumer Alerts

Not to consume a kind of imported vegetable crisps containing high content of acrylamide

Issue Date 14.3.2023 Source of Information Centre for Food Safety Food Product Imported vegetable crisps Product Name and Description Product name: Alfredo's Ortolana Salted Vegetables Chips Brand: AMICA Pack size: 100 grams Place of origin: The Netherlands Best-before date: March 25, 2023 Importer: City Super Limited Reason For Issuing Alert The CFS received a notification from the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) of the European Commission that the above-mentioned product was...

CFS urges public not to consume a kind of imported tahini product suspected to be contaminated with Salmonella
  • 2023.03.13
  • Consumer Alerts

CFS urges public not to consume a kind of imported tahini product suspected to be contaminated with Salmonella

Issue Date 13.3.2023 Source of Information The International Food Safety Authorities Network (INFOSAN) Food Product Prepackaged tahini product Product Name and Description Product name: Organic Hulled Tahini Brand: Ceres Organics Pack size: 300 grams Place of origin: Product of Mexico or Israel, packed in New Zealand Best-before date: May 25, 2023 Importer: The Dairy Farm Company Limited Reason For Issuing Alert The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) received a notification from the International Food...

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