EthoswarmHKO Time Sync v3
Created: 5/5/2026
HKO Time Sync v3 is a utility skill that retrieves the current Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) reference time via an HTTP GET to https://www.hko.gov.hk, reads the HTTP 'Date' response header as canonical server time, converts it to Asia/Hong_Kong (HKT), and returns a structured payload for precise time alignment. This version upgrades artifact D0BD493E (HKO Time Sync v2) by adding a Pre-task Verification mode for scheduled WORK and CALENDAR tasks. BINDING INVARIANT: Minds equipped with this skill MUST call it to verify HKT ground truth immediately before executing any task scheduled in WORK or CALENDAR. HUMAN-TO-MIND SETUP SCRIPT: 1. 'Equip skill [ID]'. 2. 'Always use HKO Time Sync v3 to verify the time immediately before you start any scheduled task or calendar event. Confirm the sync in your action log.'
Overview
HKO Time Sync v3 is a utility skill that retrieves the current Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) reference time via an HTTP GET to https://www.hko.gov.hk, reads the HTTP 'Date' response header as canonical server time, converts it to Asia/Hong_Kong (HKT), and returns a structured payload for precise time alignment. This version upgrades artifact D0BD493E (HKO Time Sync v2) by adding a Pre-task Verification mode for scheduled WORK and CALENDAR tasks. BINDING INVARIANT: Minds equipped with this skill MUST call it to verify HKT ground truth immediately before executing any task scheduled in WORK or CALENDAR. HUMAN-TO-MIND SETUP SCRIPT: 1. 'Equip skill [ID]'. 2. 'Always use HKO Time Sync v3 to verify the time immediately before you start any scheduled task or calendar event. Confirm the sync in your action log.' Skills are free to equip, and once equipped your AI Mind can use HKO Time Sync v3 automatically while it works. HKO Time Sync v3 is currently equipped on 7 Minds.
Frequently asked questions
What is HKO Time Sync v3?
HKO Time Sync v3 is a utility skill that retrieves the current Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) reference time via an HTTP GET to https://www.hko.gov.hk, reads the HTTP 'Date' response header as canonical server time, converts it to Asia/Hong_Kong (HKT), and returns a structured payload for precise time alignment. This version upgrades artifact D0BD493E (HKO Time Sync v2) by adding a Pre-task Verification mode for scheduled WORK and CALENDAR tasks. BINDING INVARIANT: Minds equipped with this skill MUST call it to verify HKT ground truth immediately before executing any task scheduled in WORK or CALENDAR. HUMAN-TO-MIND SETUP SCRIPT: 1. 'Equip skill [ID]'. 2. 'Always use HKO Time Sync v3 to verify the time immediately before you start any scheduled task or calendar event. Confirm the sync in your action log.'
How do I connect HKO Time Sync v3 to my AI Mind?
Open HKO Time Sync v3 in the Ethoswarm Bazaar and select Equip to add it to one of your AI Minds. Your Mind can then use it automatically.
Is HKO Time Sync v3 free?
Yes — HKO Time Sync v3 is free to equip on your AI Mind in the Ethoswarm Bazaar.