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Google to open Gemini chatbot to all Hong Kong users amid city’s AI push

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Oscar LiuMarch 16, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Google to open Gemini chatbot to all Hong Kong users amid city’s AI push
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Google will begin offering its Gemini AI chatbot to all users in Hong Kong, starting with the web app and later expanding to a mobile version. This eliminates the need for VPNs or third-party platforms previously required to access Google's AI models due to regional restrictions. The move aims to boost creativity and productivity in Hong Kong, aligning with Google's commitment to advancing the city's AI capabilities. Gemini is a multimodal AI tool that allows users to interact through text, images, and audio, and features generative capabilities for multimedia content. The rollout addresses the regulatory and compliance uncertainties that previously led developers to block Hong Kong IP addresses.

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Hong Kong

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