Innovation and Technology Bureau

SinoMab Received the Highest Subsidy from HKSTP

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Friday, July 8, 2022
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Under this program, funding support will be provided to biomedical companies of HKSTP to bring innovative, life-changing therapies and technologies to patients.

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  • Under this program, funding support will be provided to biomedical companies of HKSTP to bring innovative, life-changing therapies and technologies to patients.
  • SinoMab stood out from many biopharmaceutical companies in the CTC program and was granted the highest subsidy amount, embodying the recognition by the evaluation committee on the Company's product candidates and research and development (R&D) plan.
  • Dr. Shui On LEUNG, Chairman, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of SinoMab said that: "By launching the CTC program, HKSTP provides great support to local biopharmaceutical companies on their New Drug R&D.
  • With the smooth progress of clinical trials of the Company's key candidates, the subsidy from the HKSTP will provide a solid foundation for the Company's continuous R&D and stepping toward commercialization.

Eaton promotes Taras “Terry” Szmagala Jr. and Nancy Berardinelli-Krantz to new leadership positions within Legal team

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Friday, June 24, 2022
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Power management company Eaton (NYSE:ETN) today announced Taras Terry Szmagala Jr. has been named executive vice president and chief legal officer.

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  • Power management company Eaton (NYSE:ETN) today announced Taras Terry Szmagala Jr. has been named executive vice president and chief legal officer.
  • Szmagala holds a bachelors degree from the University of Virginia and a juris doctorate from the University of Virginia School of Law.
  • Additionally, Nancy Berardinelli-Krantz has been named senior vice president and deputy chief legal officer reporting to Szmagala.
  • Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere.

Jason Hogg Joins Great Hill Partners as Executive-in-Residence

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm that invests in high-growth, disruptive companies, today announced that Jason Hogg has joined the firm as an Executive-in-Residence (EIR).

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  • Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm that invests in high-growth, disruptive companies, today announced that Jason Hogg has joined the firm as an Executive-in-Residence (EIR).
  • As both an entrepreneur and leader, Jason has an impressive track record of building and growing successful businesses, said Matt Vettel, Managing Director at Great Hill Partners.
  • Were excited to have Jason join Great Hill to further deepen our fintech and software expertise, said Nick Cayer, Managing Director at Great Hill Partners.
  • Great Hill is an active financial technology and software private equity investor, having completed more than 70 total investments in these industries.

Anavasi Diagnostics Announces Appointment of Scott Robitaille As Vice President Of Sales And Marketing

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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WOODINVILLE, Wash., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anavasi Diagnostics ('Anavasi'), a medical technology company focused on the development of novel molecular diagnostic testing, has announced the addition of Scott Robitaille as Vice President of Sales & Marketing.

Key Points: 
  • Robitaille joins Anavasi with in-depth knowledge of the medical device and molecular diagnostics sector and over two decades of sales, marketing, and channel management experience.
  • "I'm honored to be joining Anavasi at this pivotal stage of growth for the company," said Scott.
  • "We are pleased to have Scott join our team," said Nelson Patterson, President and Chief Executive Officer at Anavasi Diagnostics.
  • We are excited about the sales, marketing, and business development expertise Scott will bring to our team.

AWS and HKSTP Announce Strategic Collaboration to Accelerate Innovation and Technology Development in Hong Kong

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Monday, June 6, 2022
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) announced a strategic collaboration today, aiming to foster a robust Innovation and Technology (I&T) ecosystem in Hong Kong.

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  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) announced a strategic collaboration today, aiming to foster a robust Innovation and Technology (I&T) ecosystem in Hong Kong.
  • AWS is always committed to support the digital transformation of enterprises of all scales in Hong Kong, said Robert Wang, Managing Director, Hong Kong & Taiwan, AWS.
  • We are pleased to deepen our relationship with HKSTP and jointly address the various challenges the city faces in terms of talent, innovation, and technology commercialization.
  • Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) has for 20 continuous years committed to building up Hong Kong as an international innovation and technology hub to propel success for local and global pioneers today and tomorrow.

Ambiq Received Multiple Wins in the 2022 American Business Awards® and Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards are the only business awards program to recognize innovation in the workplace in all 29 nations of the Asia-Pacific region.

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  • The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards are the only business awards program to recognize innovation in the workplace in all 29 nations of the Asia-Pacific region.
  • The Stevie Awards are widely considered to be the world's premier business awards, conferring recognition for achievement in programs such as The International Business Awards for 20 years.
  • The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.s premier business awards program.
  • Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards, The International Business Awards, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service.

The 2022 International Peace Honors Recognized the Power of Individuals to Build Peace and Issued Urgent Call to Activism Amidst Historic Week

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Monday, February 28, 2022
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220228005381/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220228005381/en/
    Watch the 2022 International Peace Honors.
  • He adds that, These are not lofty ideals, but concrete outcomes for which dissidents, artists, and citizen activists have paid with their lives in Ukraine AND around the world.
  • We gather to honor their legacy, and because its these kinds of stories that we need now, more than ever.
  • Also, special recognition as Voices of Peace included global community leaders who have dedicated their lives to the ideals of Peace and Service.

Entrepreneur Claims To Have Settled The UK's Oldest Known Invoice -- In 45 Minutes!

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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LONDON, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A British entrepreneur who recently launched an automated digital platform to collect business debts believes he has settled the country's oldest invoice – and in less than an hour!

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A British entrepreneur who recently launched an automated digital platform to collect business debts believes he has settled the country's oldest invoice and in less than an hour!
  • In simple terms, Debt Register is a software platform that automatically identifies and verifies email contacts within a customer who is responsible for paying the bills.
  • This damages their credit score, as well as their reputation, in an age when payment performance has to be reported to shareholders.
  • The technology has recently been shortlisted in the Innovation and Technology category of the UK's leading awards programmes for the credit industry.

Global Science City Dialogue Highlights Role of Science Cities in Fostering International Innovation and Collaboration

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021
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Representatives from science and technology parks around the world took part in the Global Science City Dialogue, a cloud-based global exchange hosted by Chengdu Science and Technology Bureau (CSTB) recently.

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  • Representatives from science and technology parks around the world took part in the Global Science City Dialogue, a cloud-based global exchange hosted by Chengdu Science and Technology Bureau (CSTB) recently.
  • The event saw representatives from China, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Singapore, and the UK share views on a range of topics related to science cities, including science city development and operation amidst the pandemic and global cooperation in science and innovation.
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    Global Science City Dialogue highlights role of science cities in fostering international innovation and collaboration (Photo: Business Wire)
    In the 21st century, more and more cities have created special zones or science cities to attract talent, technology, and capital and to integrate research, education, and production, so as to encourage collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
  • Moreover, science cities also play an important role in embedding cities into global networks of innovation and production.

ACT Genomics and Sanomics Merge to Unleash Hong Kong's Global Potential in Healthcare Technology

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Monday, November 22, 2021
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Both ACT Genomics and Sanomics are park companies of Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and located in the Hong Kong Science Park.

Key Points: 
  • Both ACT Genomics and Sanomics are park companies of Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and located in the Hong Kong Science Park.
  • The merger is set to create an integrated oncology diagnostic powerhouse in Asia and unleash the global potential of healthcare technology (healthtech) in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and beyond.
  • Sunny Chai, Chairman of Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, Mr. Alfred Sit, Secretary for Innovation and Technology, and Ms. Annie Choi, Permanent Secretary for Innovation and Technology.
  • About ACT Genomics Holdings Co. Ltd.
    ACT Genomics is an innovation-driven cancer solution provider with offices in Hong Kong, Taipei, Singapore, Tokyo, Bangkok and Wales (UK).