HKEx suspends stocks as hacker brings down site

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HKEx suspends stocks as hacker brings down site

The Hong Kong stock exchange was hacked this week, becoming the latest victim of a widespread stream of attacks that have brought down the websites of governments, businesses and even intelligence agencies. The move forced the exchange to suspend trading in six stocks — and it is now looking at ways to prevent it happening again.

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