Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 Set to Take Place 6-9 April, 2024

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Friday, November 3, 2023

HONG KONG, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Nov.3, Feng Xiao, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain and HashKey Group announced at Hong Kong Fintech Week that Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 will take place from 6-9 April, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Nov.3, Feng Xiao, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain and HashKey Group announced at Hong Kong Fintech Week that Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 will take place from 6-9 April, 2024.
  • Built upon its record-breaking 2023 event, HK Web3 Festival 2024 will feature an amazing lineup of industry guests from around the globe.
  • The inaugural Web3 Festival, hosted on five center stages, brought together the world's brightest minds, top Web3 projects and leading venture capitals presenting content-rich discussions and topics centered around Web3.
  • In-depth talks and discussions were held around AIGC, privacy computing, Web3 security, Web3 infra, Fintech, DePIN, etc.

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 Set to Take Place 6-9 April, 2024

Retrieved on: 
Friday, November 3, 2023

HONG KONG, Nov. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Nov.3, Feng Xiao, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain and HashKey Group announced at Hong Kong Fintech Week that Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 will take place from 6-9 April, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Nov. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Nov.3, Feng Xiao, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain and HashKey Group announced at Hong Kong Fintech Week that Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 will take place from 6-9 April, 2024.
  • Built upon its record-breaking 2023 event, HK Web3 Festival 2024 will feature an amazing lineup of industry guests from around the globe.
  • The inaugural Web3 Festival, hosted on five center stages, brought together the world's brightest minds, top Web3 projects and leading venture capitals presenting content-rich discussions and topics centered around Web3.
  • In-depth talks and discussions were held around AIGC, privacy computing, Web3 security, Web3 infra, Fintech, DePIN, etc.

WuXi XDC and HKSTP Join Forces to Promote Development of Bioconjugate Drug Industry in Hong Kong

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTPC) and WuXi XDC signed a cooperation framework agreement to jointly promote the establishment of a contract research, development and manufacturing organization(CRDMO) value chain in Hong Kong.

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  • Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTPC) and WuXi XDC signed a cooperation framework agreement to jointly promote the establishment of a contract research, development and manufacturing organization(CRDMO) value chain in Hong Kong.
  • WuXi XDC will support the development of the bioconjugation industry in Hong Kong by providing consultation and training to local enterprises.
  • The partnership will drive the development of ADC and other bioconjugates in Hong Kong leveraging WuXi XDC's comprehensive services and capabilities.
  • HKSTP Park companies will have access to WuXi XDC's integrated, one-stop bioconjugate platform for drug discovery, development, and analytical services.

HKSTP's Biggest Ever Elevator Pitch Competition 2024 Hits Four World Cities to Bring Global Innovators to Hong Kong and Springboard to Mainland China and Asia Success

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Startups battle for up to US$5 million in venture funding, US$240,000 in cash prizes, plus unrivalled partnership and funding opportunities

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  • Hong Kong's leading startup pitch competition also offers a total of US$240,000 in cash prizes, unrivalled business matching and funding opportunities, plus the ideal springboard to huge market opportunities in Mainland China, across Asia and beyond.
  • HKSTP is partnering again with world-leading accelerator Plug and Play to help take EPiC on this major global expansion.
  • From January to March 2024, four regional EPiC semi-finals will be hosted in Silicon Valley, Stuttgart, Singapore and Hong Kong, culminating with the grand finale in Hong Kong on 26 April 2024.
  • The finale will take place on 26 April 2024 at the sky100 venue, International Commerce Centre, Hong Kong, recreating a genuine elevator pitch experience for all participants.

HKSTP’s Biggest Ever Elevator Pitch Competition 2024 Hits Four World Cities to Bring Global Innovators to Hong Kong and Springboard to Mainland China and Asia Success

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Hong Kong's leading startup pitch competition also offers a total of US$240,000 in cash prizes, unrivalled business matching and funding opportunities, plus the ideal springboard to huge market opportunities in Mainland China, across Asia and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • Hong Kong's leading startup pitch competition also offers a total of US$240,000 in cash prizes, unrivalled business matching and funding opportunities, plus the ideal springboard to huge market opportunities in Mainland China, across Asia and beyond.
  • HKSTP is partnering again with world-leading accelerator Plug and Play to help take EPiC on this major global expansion.
  • From January to March 2024, four regional EPiC semi-finals will be hosted in Silicon Valley, Stuttgart, Singapore and Hong Kong, culminating with the grand finale in Hong Kong in April 2024.
  • The finale will take place in April 2024 at the sky100 venue, International Commerce Centre, Hong Kong, recreating a genuine elevator pitch experience for all participants.

"Think Business, Think Hong Kong" drives French businesses to tap Asian opportunities via Hong Kong

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

HONG KONG, Sept 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Think Business, Think Hong Kong (TBTHK) mega promotion organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) was held on 19 September in Paris, France.

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  • HONG KONG, Sept 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Think Business, Think Hong Kong (TBTHK) mega promotion organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) was held on 19 September in Paris, France.
  • They discussed the global economic outlook, advantages Hong Kong offers international businesses to achieve global success and how businesses can tap Asian opportunities via Hong Kong.
  • Supported by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, a Hong Kong Cafe was set up at the symposium, offering participants a taste of Hong Kong.
  • It was attended by some 300 prominent business leaders, government officials and representatives from the Hong Kong and French business communities.

Hong Kong: Gateway to GBA business opportunities

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

HKTDC will take its mega promotion campaign, Think Business, Think Hong Kong, to Paris on 19 September.

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  • HKTDC will take its mega promotion campaign, Think Business, Think Hong Kong, to Paris on 19 September.
  • The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will take its mega promotion campaign, Think Business, Think Hong Kong, to Paris on 19 September.
  • Prominent business leaders will share their successes and insights on how French and European companies can capture the vast opportunities in the GBA by leveraging the Hong Kong platform.
  • One-on-one business consultations, on-site business matching with French companies as well as the Hong Kong Dinner provide many opportunities for the business communities of France and Hong Kong to connect.

NETA Auto signs MOU with HKSTP, establishing international headquarters in Hong Kong

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Friday, September 1, 2023

HONG KONG, Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NETA Auto and the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) held a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony on August 31 in Hong Kong, where Evonne Ching (Chief Investment Officer of NETA Auto), and Albert WONG Hak-keung (CEO of HKSTP), signed an MOU.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NETA Auto and the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) held a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony on August 31 in Hong Kong, where Evonne Ching (Chief Investment Officer of NETA Auto), and Albert WONG Hak-keung (CEO of HKSTP), signed an MOU.
  • Development of EV startups like NETA Auto is driven by China's leading new energy sector.
  • Under the MOU, NETA Auto will establish an international headquarters at the HKSTP.
  • Moreover, it will uplift the value of Chinese auto brands worldwide, while enhancing global impact of China's auto sector in intelligentization and new energy segments.

Amber Group and HKD.com Forge Strategic Technology and Investment Partnership

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Friday, July 21, 2023

This landmark agreement, valued at multi-million dollars, provides an exciting opportunity for both Amber Group and HKD.com to share insights and explore potential synergies in the digital asset space.

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  • This landmark agreement, valued at multi-million dollars, provides an exciting opportunity for both Amber Group and HKD.com to share insights and explore potential synergies in the digital asset space.
  • Under the strategic framework, Amber Group will offer investment and technology support to HKD.com and its non-profit HDAO Foundation, leveraging its expertise to enhance HKD.com's security and compliance measures to facilitate its expansion.
  • Recently, Amber Group was invited by the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park (HKSTP) to join the city's innovation and technology hub.
  • With Amber Group's support, we are confident in our ability to expand our market share and achieve our long-term goals."

HKSTP and eWTP Arabia Capital Jointly Welcome Saudi Delegation to Boost I&T Collaboration between Hong Kong SAR and The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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Monday, July 3, 2023

(Photo: Business Wire)

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  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    MCIT’s visit to Hong Kong follows a delegation from Hong Kong to Saudi led by Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR, John Lee in February this year.
  • John Lee, Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR, said, “There are tremendous opportunities of collaboration in innovation and technology between Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia.
  • By starting a chapter in Hong Kong, SCEA seeks to connect business communities in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Saudi Arabia.
  • Nicolas Aguzin, CEO of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX), said, “This is a very exciting time for collaboration between Hong Kong and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.