LOUDER Connect presents the very first Radical Debate Pitch competition (Practice). The Radical Debate Pitch will pull startups out of the safety and comfort of a traditional pitch and place them into the dynamic and competitive context of presenting next to comparable peers. For more details, please click here.
Our first episode of rev Hong Kong last November – as a part of StartmeupHK Festival 2023 – was a full house! Supported by KPMG and with participation by Hong Kong Exchange, The British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, and Tech Global Advocates. On October 21st rev is roaring back for the second episode of 2024! rev is our series where we invite leading and emerging investors to showcase their propositions to an audience of Seed to Series-B founders, both in person and on livestream, nationally and internationally. Pitching to VCs takes a chunk of time and loads of energy, and every rejection takes a little chip out of the soul; as an entrepreneur, you’d better be pitching to the right investors! As a startup founder, you have hundreds of other things to do, so we’ve structured rev to deliver fast and efficient insights to make the best use of your time with us. For more details, please click here.
Cyberport Venture Capital Forum (CVCF) is an annual flagship conference to discuss global successes of tech investment and latest trends of venture capitals markets in digital technology space. The last edition was concluded with over 2,500 attendances from investors, start-ups, enterprises, professional services and other business executives in Hong Kong and overseas, and enthusiasts with over 120,000 online views, along with over 300 deal flows and more than 100 solution showcases. This year’s theme is “Innovation Challenger: Building New Venture Visions”, which will discuss how funders and founders navigate the new funding reality and increasingly complex, competitive global landscape amidst the prevailing global turbulence. The event will gather industry leaders and entrepreneurs to decode strategies for building bold, compelling visions that can captivate investors, forge valuable corporate partnerships, and unlock lucrative market collaborations to drive sustainable growth. Global/regional venture experts and entrepreneurial leaders will offer actionable insights on the latest fundraising and tech trends, market dynamics, government’s I&T support, and leverage corporate venture, success stories and AI/Web3 deep-dive. For more details, please click here.
Event Agenda 🔹 Registration – Participants check in and receive event materials. 🔹 Keynote Speech Speaker: Professor Lu Haitian, Honorary President of the Hong Kong AI-Innovation Association Topic: AI and the Future of Legal Services – Professor Lu will share insights on how AI is transforming the legal industry, enhancing efficiency, and shaping the future of legal services. 🔹 AI Startups Pitching (5-6 Startups) – Selected AI startups will present their innovative solutions to investors and industry experts, followed by a Q&A session. 🔹 Networking Session – A dedicated session for attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Join us at NovaX Lite to discover cutting-edge AI innovations and expand your professional network! For more details, please click here.
Retail is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by AI, immersive technology, and digital transformation. Retail 3.0: Digital, AI, & Beyond is a half-day conference bringing together top industry leaders, innovators, and brand executives to explore the future of retail. 📅 Date: February 21, 2025 📍 Venue: Amazon Office, Hong Kong ⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Session starts at 4:00 PM) This exclusive event will feature: Keynote Speakers – Visionary leaders in AI, retail, and digital transformation will share insights on the next era of customer engagement. Panel Discussions – Panel 1: The Next Era of Immersive Commerce. AR, VR, Gaming, and phygital experiences are transforming how consumers interact with brands, creating seamless digital-physical shopping journeys. This panel will explore how retailers can leverage immersive technologies to enhance engagement, drive sales, and future-proof their business. Panel 2: The Invisible Hand of AI: Shaping the Future of Retail. AI is revolutionizing retail by optimizing operations, predicting trends, and delivering hyper-personalized customer experiences. Experts will discuss how AI-driven automation, machine learning, and data intelligence are shaping the future of retail innovation. Startup Demo Showcase – 3 cutting-edge companies will pitch their solutions to a panel of judges from luxury, retail, and tech sectors. The winner will receive a Harvard Business Review case study feature. For more details, please click here.
HK Tech 300 is a large-scale flagship innovation and entrepreneurship programme organised by City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) for aspiring entrepreneurs among CityUHK students, alumni, research staff and the general public using CityUHK’s intellectual property and/or technology in their start-ups. The programme includes funding support, co-working space provision, training, mentoring and coaching, to help the start-ups and new ventures along its entrepreneurial journey. Join us at the HK Tech 300 Expo – a premier event that will showcase over 200 innovative startup projects from the vibrant ecosystem of HK Tech 300 and foster connections among emerging talents, visionary entrepreneurs, experienced industry leaders, co-investors, local and international partners to harness the power of knowledge transformation, elevating Hong Kong’s innovations to the global stage. Event Details: Date: 23-24 May 2025 (Friday and Saturday) Time: 10am – 5pm (Registration starts at 9:30am) Location: University Concourse, 4/F, Yeung Kin Man Academic Building, CityUHK You will also have the opportunity to explore the innovative projects including the groundbreaking research funded by the HKSAR Government’s Research, Academic, and Industry Sectors One-plus Scheme (RAISe+ Scheme), the award-winning projects from the prestigious International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva, and our HK Tech 300 startups presentation in Biotech and Health, Advanced Tech & ESG, Fintech, and ICT &AI areas. What to Expect at HK Tech 300 Expo: • Innovation Exhibition • Start-up Showcase • Award-winning Project Showcase • Dynamic Networking Sessions Stay tuned for more updates and detailed programming information. For more details, please click here.
HONG KONG BEST KOREA Startup IR DEMODAY & Biz MEETUP Connecting Korea’s Innovation Leaders with Global Opportunities Objective: Showcase Korea’s most promising startups to global investors and business partners, driving cross-border collaborations and investments across cutting-edge sectors. Eligible Participants: Entrepreneurs, Investors, Industry Experts, Research Institutions, Accelerators, Government Agencies, and Associations. Industry Focus: Materials & Components / Machinery / Smart Infrastructure / Smart Construction / Mobility / UAM / Aerospace / Robotics / Energy / Marine Event Details: Venue: Ball Room (B1), Gloucester Luk Kwok Hotel (72 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong | Near Wan Chai Station) Date: 7-8 July, 2025 Time: 14:00–17:00 HKT Daily Featured Startups: Cutting edge and award-winning Korean innovators, including: CES Innovation Award, Presidential Award, and Global Technology Honorees. Funding Stage Breakdown: Seed (10%) | Pre-A (25%) | Series A (25%) | Series B (25%) | Series C (15%) Investor Benefits: – Executive One-Pagers: Curated English profiles of all startups. – Pre-Event 1:1 Zoom Meetings: Secure 5–10 targeted sessions. – Day 1: Deep-dive into startup traction and investment potential. – Day 2: Structured negotiations for term sheets, partnerships, and procurement. – Post-Event Support: Ongoing deal-closing and partnership facilitation. Registration & Participation: Apply: https://forms.gle/E9pwmBDnHswQDRUb6 Online Access: https://zoom.us/j/92217945639?pwd=0VE40HakdFsBccFPwFuLgusj2heFlE.1 Contact: Jimyeong (Jimmy) Ryu, Team Leader, SCG Korea ✉️ [email protected] For more details, please click here.
HONG KONG BEST KOREA Startup IR DEMODAY & Biz MEETUP Connecting Korea’s Innovation Leaders with Global Opportunities Objective: Showcase Korea’s most promising startups to global investors and business partners, driving cross-border collaborations and investments across cutting-edge sectors. Eligible Participants: Entrepreneurs, Investors, Industry Experts, Research Institutions, Accelerators, Government Agencies, and Associations. Industry Focus: Content / XR / Metaverse / EduTech / SportTech / Smart City / Smart Factory / Smart Home / Smart Office / Smart Building / Smart Hub Event Details: Venue: Ball Room (B1), Gloucester Luk Kwok Hotel (72 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong | Near Wan Chai Station) Date: 18-19 August, 2025 Time: 14:00–17:00 HKT Daily Featured Startups: Cutting edge and award-winning Korean innovators, including: CES Innovation Award, Presidential Award, and Global Technology Honorees. Funding Stage Breakdown: Seed (10%) | Pre-A (25%) | Series A (25%) | Series B (25%) | Series C (15%) Investor Benefits: – Executive One-Pagers: Curated English profiles of all startups. – Pre-Event 1:1 Zoom Meetings: Secure 5–10 targeted sessions. – Day 1: Deep-dive into startup traction and investment potential. – Day 2: Structured negotiations for term sheets, partnerships, and procurement. – Post-Event Support: Ongoing deal-closing and partnership facilitation. Registration & Participation: Apply: https://forms.gle/E9pwmBDnHswQDRUb6 Online Access: https://zoom.us/j/95844861240?pwd=KITIEwgIkcNapurcIapkrkg5p28x8T.1 Contact: Jimyeong (Jimmy) Ryu, Team Leader, SCG Korea ✉️ [email protected] For more details, please click here.
KBI Eastern Conference 2025, hosted by the Königsberger Bridges Institute, unites global innovative talent through the International Blockchain Olympiad (IBCOL) and International Data Science Olympiad (IDSOL). Over 30 countries will compete and collaborate in arenas focused on blockchain (trust technologies, decentralized applications, etc) and data science (AI, machine learning, etc). From 24 October to 1 November 2025 in Hong Kong – the multi-day event features tours of innovation centers, immersive exhibitions, expert sessions, and pitch contests followed by an award ceremony. It also highlights Hong Kong’s vibrant tech ecosystem, offering prime opportunities for networking, brand exposure, and talent development. For more details, please click here.
KBI Eastern Conference 2025, hosted by the Königsberger Bridges Institute, unites global innovative talent through the International Blockchain Olympiad (IBCOL) and International Data Science Olympiad (IDSOL). Over 30 countries will compete and collaborate in arenas focused on blockchain (trust technologies, decentralized applications, etc) and data science (AI, machine learning, etc). From 24 October to 1 November 2025 in Hong Kong – the multi-day event features tours of innovation centers, immersive exhibitions, expert sessions, and pitch contests followed by an award ceremony. It also highlights Hong Kong’s vibrant tech ecosystem, offering prime opportunities for networking, brand exposure, and talent development. For more details, please click here.
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