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Definition
Ricky Wong Wai-kay, a Hong Kong entrepreneur who founded HKBN and HKTV.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the prominent businessman known for his aggressive entrepreneurial style and his high profile attempt to launch a free-to-air television station. His name is often invoked in discussions about Hong Kong media landscape, local telecommunications history, or business ventures that challenge established monopolies. It is rarely used as a generic name, so it almost always points to this specific individual.
Examples
That TV station Ricky Wong started seems to have gone completely quiet.
Did you know Ricky Wong actually started out in the broadband business?
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Ricky Wong's TV station
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