I&T

InnoEX, Spring Electronics Fair boost tech hub status

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Dienstag, April 16, 2024

Numerous Hong Kong pavilions and tech companies introduced innovative projects that received positive feedback from industry professionals.

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  • Numerous Hong Kong pavilions and tech companies introduced innovative projects that received positive feedback from industry professionals.
  • Hong Kong exhibitor Greentek participated in the Spring Electronics Fair for the 20th year.
  • Nico Broder, CEO of Spanish company Atlantis Internacional SL, was sourcing smartwatches, smartphones and mobile accessories at the Spring Electronics Fair.
  • Recognising the crucial role of young talent in promoting I&T ecosystem development, this year's InnoEX and Spring Electronics Fair introduced Exhibitors Meet Talents.

InnoEX promotes Hong Kong as international I&T hub

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Samstag, April 13, 2024

HONG KONG, Apr 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The second edition of InnoEX, co-organised by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opens today.

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  • HONG KONG, Apr 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The second edition of InnoEX, co-organised by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opens today.
  • InnoEX features the inaugural Hong Kong World Youth Science Conference organised by the Hong Kong Alumni Association of Beijing Universities, where John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR, and Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong SAR, addressed its opening ceremony along with the 2024 Hong Kong Nobel Forum.
  • The Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) staged the "Smart Hong Kong Pavilion" at the InnoEX.
  • Other events during BITWeek include HKSTP's Elevator Pitch Competition, HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo, the Hong Kong Web3 Festival and Hong Kong World Youth Science Conference.

Inaugural HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo, Spring Lighting Fair receive enthusiastic response

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Dienstag, April 9, 2024

HONG KONG, Apr 9, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) (Spring Lighting Fair) concluded successfully today.

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  • HONG KONG, Apr 9, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) (Spring Lighting Fair) concluded successfully today.
  • - Respondents named home automation and smart lighting control systems (46%), energy-efficient lighting control solutions (37%) and outdoor smart security lighting systems (22%) as having the biggest potential for smart lighting.
  • Organised under the theme Bright Lighting - Smart Living, the lighting fairs attracted over 1,300 exhibitors and featured a diverse array of innovative lighting products and technologies ranging from sustainable and human-centric lighting to fashionable lighting products.
  • Among zones, the Smart Ecosystem and IoT Supply Chain Area in the Smart Lighting Expo and the Hall of Aurora in the Spring Lighting Fair captured the attention of many buyers.

HKPC and HP Launch Joint Technology Centre in Hong Kong on Advanced 3D Printing

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Dienstag, Mai 7, 2024

HONG KONG, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) and HP signed a collaboration agreement (agreement) today to establish the HKPC-HP 3D Printing Technology Centre (Centre) in Hong Kong for application research development on additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing.

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  • HONG KONG, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) and HP signed a collaboration agreement (agreement) today to establish the HKPC-HP 3D Printing Technology Centre (Centre) in Hong Kong for application research development on additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing.
  • HP will bring advanced equipment and talent to support the operations of the Centre, and HKPC will contribute expertise in raw material development, process development, and smartification.
  • In the ceremony, Professor Dong SUN, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, HKSAR Government, said, "3D printing enables the development of more micro-factories in Hong Kong.
  • The establishment of this 3D printing technology centre is undoubtedly a good answer to show how we make use of state-of-the-art technology to promote advanced manufacturing and new industrialisation in Hong Kong.

HKPC and HP Launch Joint Technology Centre in Hong Kong on Advanced 3D Printing

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Dienstag, Mai 7, 2024

HONG KONG, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) and HP signed a collaboration agreement (agreement) today to establish the HKPC-HP 3D Printing Technology Centre (Centre) in Hong Kong for application research development on additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing.

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  • HONG KONG, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) and HP signed a collaboration agreement (agreement) today to establish the HKPC-HP 3D Printing Technology Centre (Centre) in Hong Kong for application research development on additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing.
  • HP will bring advanced equipment and talent to support the operations of the Centre, and HKPC will contribute expertise in raw material development, process development, and smartification.
  • In the ceremony, Professor Dong SUN, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, HKSAR Government, said, "3D printing enables the development of more micro-factories in Hong Kong.
  • The establishment of this 3D printing technology centre is undoubtedly a good answer to show how we make use of state-of-the-art technology to promote advanced manufacturing and new industrialisation in Hong Kong.

Winner of Hong Kong’s Flagship Global Elevator Pitch Competition Crowned

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Freitag, Mai 3, 2024

The HKSTP signature event held four semi-finals around the world in Hong Kong, Silicon Valley, Stuttgart and Singapore.

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  • The HKSTP signature event held four semi-finals around the world in Hong Kong, Silicon Valley, Stuttgart and Singapore.
  • Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of Hong Kong SAR, said, "Last year, Hong Kong's start-ups exceeded 4 200 - up more than one third over just four years ago.
  • Ltd. from Singapore being named as the FinTech category winner, while Roboticplus.AI from Mainland China named the PropTech winner and tozero GmbH from Germany crowned the MobilityTech winner.
  • With Hong Kong as a connector, we can bring Mainland China's technology to Europe, the Middle East, and overseas."

HKSTP Companies Exhibit the Latest AI Technology Solutions at InnoEX 2024 and the Hong Kong Spring Electronics Fair (Spring Edition)

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Freitag, Mai 3, 2024

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2024 - The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), alongside 25 partner companies, has taken part in Asia's leading annual innovation and technology (I&T) event, InnoEX 2024, and the world-class electronics industry event, the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition).

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  • HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2024 - The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), alongside 25 partner companies, has taken part in Asia's leading annual innovation and technology (I&T) event, InnoEX 2024, and the world-class electronics industry event, the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition).
  • HKSTP has been steadfast in its commitment to nurturing innovative enterprises that advance the development of Hong Kong as a smart city.
  • Our participation in InnoEX presenting market-ready solutions to both local and overseas buyers is expected to capture their attention and garner brand exposure.
  • Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai
    Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai

Winner of Hong Kong's Flagship Global Elevator Pitch Competition Crowned

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Freitag, April 26, 2024

Circular economy battery startup tozero GmbH walks away with the title of overall champion of the EPiC 2024

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  • The Grand Finale saw all semi-finalists being propelled up to the sky100 venue at the top of the International Commerce Centre in West Kowloon, re-creating a real-life 60-second elevator pitch experience.
  • Ms. Sarah Fleischer from tozero GmbH, overall champion and MobilityTech winner at EPiC 2024.
  • Ltd. from Singapore being named as the FinTech category winner, while Roboticplus.AI from Mainland China named the PropTech winner and tozero GmbH from Germany crowned the MobilityTech winner.
  • With Hong Kong as a connector, we can bring Mainland China's technology to Europe, the Middle East, and overseas."

HKSTP Companies Exhibit the Latest AI Technology Solutions at InnoEX 2024 and the Hong Kong Spring Electronics Fair (Spring Edition)

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Montag, April 15, 2024

25 partners showcase a concerted effort to build Hong Kong as an international metropolis of intelligence

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  • Hong Kong, Hong Kong--(Newsfile Corp. - April 15, 2024) - The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), alongside 25 partner companies, has taken part in Asia's leading annual innovation and technology (I&T) event, InnoEX 2024, and the world-class electronics industry event, the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition).
  • On the exhibition's opening day, HKSTP arranged two start-up showcase sessions, which provided opportunities for business matching and investment opportunities.
  • Our participation in InnoEX presenting market-ready solutions to both local and overseas buyers is expected to capture their attention and garner brand exposure.
  • Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai
    Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai

HKSTP Unveils Top 74 Global Startups Confirmed for EPiC 2024 Grand Finale

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Mittwoch, April 10, 2024

EPiC 2024 Grand Finale on 26 April 2024 features US$45 million investment to be arranged, up to US$5 million in HKSTP venture funding, US$240,000 in cash prizes, plus partnership opportunities

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  • EPiC 2024 Grand Finale on 26 April 2024 features US$45 million investment to be arranged, up to US$5 million in HKSTP venture funding, US$240,000 in cash prizes, plus partnership opportunities
    HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 18 March 2024 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) has revealed the top 74 startups from over 600 contestants for its eighth and biggest ever global Elevator Pitch Competition 2024 (EPiC 2024) Grand Finale, taking place in Hong Kong on 26 April 2024.
  • This year, 80% of semi-finalists are overseas competitors from 16 economies, making this contest the most international iteration of EPiC to date.
  • EPiC's global growth stands testament to Hong Kong's status as a leading international I&T hub that attracts top-tier startups from around the world.
  • This year's Grand Finale will take place on 26 April 2024, at the sky100 venue atop Hong Kong's tallest building, International Commerce Centre.