MAR 26-27, 2025 • ASIAWORLD-EXPO, HONG KONG
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MAIN STAGE

TIME
PROGRAMME
12:00

Onsite Registration

12:30

Welcome Remarks

Opening Remarks

Lunch and Learn

  • The Future of AI: Harnessing LLMs for APAC's Diverse Markets
    This session delves into how LLMs are shaping the future of AI in the APAC region, focusing on the challenges and opportunities of localizing AI to meet the unique linguistic, cultural, and market needs of this dynamic and diverse area.
    Speakers:
    - AI Scientist from Alibaba DAMO Academy
    - Representative from SenseTime
    Moderator:
    - Dr. Crystal Fok, Director of AI Applications, AISC Project Team, Cyberport
  • Navigating Global AI Trends: Insights from East and West
    This session delves into the evolving AI landscape, comparing key trends, opportunities, and challenges in AI development across East and West, offering insights on how to navigate the global AI ecosystem.
    Speakers:
    - Dr. John Whaley, Founder of Inception Studio, Founder and CEO of Redcoat AI
    - Dr. Leo Ma, Dean of Deloitte AI Institute (Hong Kong)
14:00

Networking Break

14:15

Funding the Future: Insights into VC investment Sentiment and Trends

Speaker:
- Shiva Joon, CFA, Director, Data Scientist, Global Research, HSBC

14:30

Investing in AI: Seizing Growth Opportunities in the APAC market

Speakers:
- Kenny Ho, Partner, NextGen Partners
- Shane Chesson, Founding Partner, Openspace Ventures
- Shiva Joon, CFA, Director, Data Scientist, Global Research, HSBC
Moderator:
Tommie Lo, Founder & CEO of Preface

15:00

Entrepreneurial Insights: From UnifyID, Redcoat AI to Inception Studio

Speakers:
- John Whaley, Founder of Inception Studio, Founder and CEO of Redcoat AI

15:20

Empowering startups: Balancing Business Growth with Impactful Innovation

Speakers:
- Prof. Poman Lo, Founding Partner, AlphaTrio Capital, & Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology

15:35

Global Market Dynamics: A Macro Outlook for Startup Founders in Greater China and beyond

Speakers:
- Jing Liu, Chief Economist, Greater China, Global Research, HSBC

15:50

Scaling Globally: Strategies and Tactics for Startups in a Dynamic Market

16:20

Empowering New Gen: The "Zero to One" Journey of Young Visionaries at IdeaPOP! 2024

16:30

rev™, where Investors pitch to Founders!
In collaboration with Pitchflix

17:30

Networking Reception: StartmeupHK Festival 2024 Launch Party

RUNDOWN
EXCLUSIVE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
BY INVITATION ONLY

TIME
PROGRAMME
15:35

Exclusive Roundtable Discussions

  1. Venture debt: A strategic fuel for scaleups
  2. Is IPO still the Ideal "Exit"? : Exploring Alternatives and Strategic Preparation during Economic Downturns
  3. Thriving in a Downcycle: Strategic Insights for VCs and Founders
  4. Evolving Strategies for LPs: Navigating Allocation, Risk, and Global Opportunities
  5. Unlocking New Markets: Insights and Tactics for Global Expansion

17:30

Networking Reception: StartmeupHK Festival 2024 Launch Party



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