Co-productions, AI, Asian animation and more on this year’s agenda

FILMART spotlights the future of film and entertainment

AI benefits and limitations debated at FILMART

AI here to stay, say film insiders

Cathoven customises online content to match language ability

AI language tutor creates more personalised lessons

A clip-on camera provides an audio description of what it captures

Wearable for visually impaired readies for launch

AI, microelectronics facilities will strengthen R&D, advanced manufacturing

High-tech infrastructure projects set to boost innovation in Hong Kong

The application of augmented reality (AR) is becoming increasingly widespread. Commonly used in games and education in the early years, it has expanded to the medical field.

Hong Kong start-up specialising in AR surgical assistance software enhances surgical precision.

AR in the operating room

Generative AI is drawing intense attention in the licensing industry, as it could cost-effectively generate vast amounts of IP content, but comes with a range of legal, privacy and security problems.

A licensing lawyer points out that key jurisdictions deny copyright to machine-generated content.

AI presents IP challenge

Start-ups are essential in Hong Kong’s drive towards becoming a global innovation and technology leader, and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is committed to nurturing start-ups, helping them upgrade and transform and explore business opportunities.

The HKTDC’s Start-up Express mentorship programme nurtures an ecosystem of innovators.

Entrepreneurs critical in Hong Kong’s I&T drive

The InnoClub integrated platform for SMEs, jointly run by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Hang Seng Bank, launched its Start-up GBA Study Tour programme last month.

InnoClub’s visit to the region shows start-ups, SMEs opportunities in AI, robotics and more.

Entrepreneurs on fast-track for GBA opportunities

Strong growth in Southeast Asian film-making and virtual production (VP) technologies were key topics for participants at the recent Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) and EntertainmentPulse, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).

The rise of film producers in the region and rapid advances in virtual production came under the spotlight at this leading entertainment event.

ASEAN features shine at FILMART

As digital technologies and e-commerce mature, retailers and shoppers alike are showing great interest in the consumer-centred online-merge-offline (OMO) strategy.

Retailers are dropping the either-or mindset, when considering online and offline.

OMO integrates physical, virtual markets

As innovation and technology advance in leaps and bounds across the world, artificial intelligence is having an impact on our daily lives.

Underlying the growing reach of smart solutions, two Start-up Express International winners brought intelligent solutions to the kitchen and factory.

AI makes mark in kitchens, factories

Debate is raging around the ethics and prospects for AI, but the field is proving a boon for at least one group – Hong Kong’s exporters.

Demand for electronics components boosts anticipated growth of 4-6%.

Exporters turn bullish on AI prospects

Hong Kong has a thriving start-up ecosystem with entrepreneurs innovating in a wide spectrum of sectors, including medicine, F&B and biotechnology.

InnoClub celebrates cutting-edge entrepreneurs in healthcare, biotech and F&B.

Hong Kong entrepreneurial spirit rewarded

Tech events will showcase the latest breakthroughs and applications

InnoEX, Electronics Fair to host 2,800+ exhibitors

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Abdulrahman Alolayan of Beta Lab talks to the HKTDC at the Asian Financial Forum. The 18th Asian Financial Forum 2025 (AFF), co-organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 13 and 14 January 2025. Themed &ldquo;Powering the Next Growth Engine&rdquo;, this year&rsquo;s AFF brought together more than 100 global policymakers, business leaders, financial experts and investors, entrepreneurs, tech companies and economists to share their views on the shifting global economic landscape and financial ecosystem.

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Erez Agmoni, General Partner of Interwoven Ventures (United States) speaks to the HKTDC at the Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC). Co-organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the 14th ALMAC was held on 18-19 November 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Under the theme &ldquo;Shaping the Future of Supply Chains: Resilience and Sustainability&rdquo;, this year&rsquo;s ALMAC featured more than 80 experts and industry leaders from the maritime, air freight, logistics and supply chain sector speaking on major issues facing the industry at over 20 conference sessions. The conference attracted some 2,200 participants from over 30 countries and regions, providing a platform for industry players and shippers to explore global business opportunities and establish resilient and sustainable supply chains.

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