Alibaba Hong Kong Entrepreneurs Fund ("AEF") is a mission-driven initiative launched by Alibaba Group in 2015. To vitalize the development of innovation and technology, AEF's mission is to help Hong Kong entrepreneurs and young people realize their dreams and visions for a Hong Kong that is vibrant and engaged regionally and globally. As part of its investment program, AEF provides entrepreneurs with investment capital and strategic guidance to help them grow their businesses and penetrate the mainland Chinese and global markets, by utilizing Alibaba's Ecosystem.

Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund (AEF) Taiwan is a NT$10 billion fund solely contributed by Alibaba Group. Having in mind the group’s mission statement, “To make it easy to do business anywhere,” we are dedicated to promote entrepreneurship in Taiwan and encourage youngsters to start their own businesses. By providing support and resources from the Alibaba ecosystem, we expect that our entrepreneurs will be able to realize their dreams! As of 2024, AEF has invested in total count of 63 in the portfolio.

阿里巴巴台灣創業者基金是阿里巴巴集團單獨出資新台幣100億元成立的，秉承著集團「讓天下沒有難做的生意」，我們致力於提倡創業精神，鼓勵台灣的年輕人創業；當然，我們也期待創業家們能在阿里巴巴生態系統資源的支持下，實現夢想！
截至 2024年底，阿里巴巴台灣創業者基金已累計投資63 家公司。

Established in 1865 to finance the growing trade between Asia and Europe, HSBC is today the biggest bank in Hong Kong. HSBC is known in Chinese as “Wayfoong”, which means “focus of wealth” or “abundance of remittances”.

As the Bank of Hong Kong, we thrive alongside the city’s position as an international financial centre. We are a key part of the financial infrastructure, issuing more than half of the Hong Kong dollar banknotes and providing US dollar payment clearing. We are a force for social good through our philanthropic The Hongkong Bank Foundation, our employee volunteering, inclusive banking services and more.

We are differentiated by our ability to offer a comprehensive range of banking services under one roof. With a strong global presence in 58 countries and territories, we are the bank of choice for clients with international needs. Whether it is individual customers seeking to manage their wealth, multinationals aiming to grow in the region, or Chinese companies looking to expand worldwide, we are here to connect them to opportunities and help them to achieve their ambitions, in this international melting pot and beyond.

Wealth & Personal Banking

With over 6 million retail customers in Hong Kong, we offer a full suite of products and services across transactional banking, lending, wealth, insurance, asset management, international banking services and more to help our customers reach their goals and aspirations.

Commercial Banking

We partner with businesses around the world – supporting every stage of their growth, their international ambitions and their sustainability transitions. We also open up opportunities globally for multinational corporates, asset owners and investors, and public sector entities, through our international network and full suite of HSBC products and solutions.

Reduce cost & Reduce carbon emisions

Agorize is a leader in innovation management software fueled by a community of 10 million startups & innovators and a team of experts. We’ve helped launch 7,000+ innovation programs for enterprise companies and G2 has named us the software with the ‘best-estimated ROI’. Organizations like L’Oréal, Huawei, Enterprise Singapore, Hitachi, and NEC use Agorize to turn transformational ideas into tangible outcomes. Founded in France in 2011, Agorize is now known for helping enterprises worldwide accelerate their transformation at scale. Our clients scout and deploy ideas from students, startups, developers, and employees on a secure, ISO27001-certified platform. Visit get.agorize.com to learn more about our solutions.

Agorize 是全球领先的创新管理软件提供商，拥有一个由超过 1000 万家初创企业和创新者组成的社区，并由一支经验丰富的专家团队提供支持。我们已帮助众多公司发起了超过 7000 个创新项目，并被 G2 评选为“最佳预估投资回报率”平台。欧莱雅、华为、百事可乐、日立和拜耳等知名企业都在使用 Agorize，将变革性的创新想法转化为实际成果。Agorize 于 2011 年在法国成立，目前以帮助全球企业加速转型而闻名。我们的客户利用已获得 ISO27001 认证的安全平台，从学生、初创公司、开发人员等群体中挖掘和部署创意。

AI-Empowered Next-Gen Drugs for Precision Medicine

iStaging's offerings fully functional virtual showroom solutions, metaverse environment solutions, and AR hosting and creation tools. By leveraging unique in-house and patented Augmented & Virtual Reality solutions, iStaging enables customers to create their own immersive experiences. With the ability to transform digital twins into smart twins using a reusable and autonomous cloud editor, no coding or technical knowledge is required. Currently, iStaging is a leading SaaS provider in four major verticals: real estate, luxury/retail (e.g., LVMH & Karing Group.), industrial/commercial exhibitions, and cultural/tourism. The company boasts around 1 million virtual showrooms catering to more than 100,000 corporate users across over 50 countries.

iStaging 提供功能齊全的虛擬展廳與元宇宙環境解決方案以及 AR 託管和創建工具。透過我們的專利實境解決方案，客戶可即時創建自己的沉浸式體驗：可重複使用、自行操作的雲端編輯器將數位孿生轉換為智慧孿生，無需任何編碼或技術知識。iStaging 是房地產、精品零售（包括 LVMH 與 Kering）、工商業展覽、文化旅遊領域的領先 SaaS 提供者。維運超過 100 萬個虛擬展廳，為 50 多個國家的 10 萬多家企業用戶提供服務。

Alibaba Cloud is the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group. In 2014, Alibaba Cloud established its first cloud data center in Hong Kong. Local customers can choose elastic computing, database, storage, network virtualization services, large-scale computing, security, management and application services, data analysis, machine learning platform and Internet of Things services according to their business needs.

阿里雲是阿里巴巴集團的數字技術與智能骨幹業務。2014年，阿里雲設立了香港首個雲數據中心。本地客戶可按照自身的業務需要，選用彈性計算、數據庫、存儲、網絡虛擬化服務、大規模計算、安全、管理和應用服務、數據分析、機器學習平台以及物聯網服務。

Decentralized infrastructure and intelligence for smart cities

Ant Group traces its roots back to Alipay, which was established in 2004 to create trust between online sellers and buyers. Over the years, Ant Group has grown to become one of the world's leading open Internet platforms. Through technological innovation, we support our partners in providing inclusive, convenient digital life and digital financial services to consumers and SMEs. In addition, we have been introducing new technologies and products to support the digital transformation of industries and facilitate collaboration. Working together with global partners, we enable merchants and consumers to make and receive payments and remit around the world.

螞蟻集團起步於2004年誕生的支付寶，源於一份為社會解決信任問題的初心，經過二十年的發展，已成為世界領先的互聯網開放平台。我們通過科技創新，助力合作伙伴，為消費者和小微企業提供普惠便捷的數字生活及數字金融服務；持續開放產品與技術，助力企業的數字化升級與協作；在全球廣泛合作，服務當地商家和消費者實現“全球收”、“全球付”和“全球匯”。

The AI Hiring Revolution: Faster, Fairer, and Smarter Recruitment

AVAtronics is a pioneering Swiss technology company specializing in AI-driven Wideband Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). Unlike traditional ANC, which focuses only on low frequencies, AVAtronics' patented solution provides enhanced user experience in

AVAtronics 是一家瑞士创新科技公司，专注于 AI 驱动的宽频主动降噪（ANC）。我们的专利技术突破传统 ANC 低频限制，广泛应用于消费电子、助听器、汽车及航空领域。AVAtronics 结合 AI 实时自适应与节能算法，提供高效降噪方案，适用于耳机、笔记本、智能设备和交通系统，助力可持续发展与燃油效率。我们最新的产品 AVAHEEAR 以 TWS 耳机形式提供助听功能，兼具舒适性与高性能。

Axcxept Inc. uses EZO/Borea to build high-performance LLMs with minimal data, focusing on Japanese AI. We aim for GPT-4-level on-prem solutions: SecureChat+, DomainLLM API.

Axcxept运用EZO/Borea技术，以最少数据快速构建高性能LLM，专注日语AI。我们致力于在本地环境实现GPT-4级性能，为企业提供SecureChat+、DomainLLM API等安全方案。

We build air cargo software for airlines.

BioH2 Tech Ltd. is a leading innovator in the green energy sector, specializing in the conversion of biomass waste into green hydrogen using proprietary catalysts and advanced catalytic technology. Our patented catalyst achieves a hydrogen yield of up to 88% of the theoretical maximum, offering a highly sustainable and cost-effective solution for hydrogen production. We convert various types of biomass waste—such as food waste, waste paper, waste wood, and agricultural by-products—into clean hydrogen, with minimal energy consumption, rapid production rates, and zero pollutant emissions. Our technology provides an environmentally friendly alternative to fossil fuel-based hydrogen production, helping solid waste management and hydrogen-consuming industries reduce their carbon footprint while promoting a cleaner, greener future.

Organoid Technology: A New Paradigm in Drug Development

British Consulate - General Hong Kong

Department for Business and Trade​

​The Department for Business and Trade is the specialist Government department that supports foreign companies seeking to set up or expand in the UK, and UK-based companies seeking to trade internationally. The Department for Business and Trade provides a fully integrated advisory service, delivering the latest business intelligence through a global network of commercial teams worldwide.

Department for Business & Trade - Hong Kong

DBT provides trade and investment services and practical support. We help UK companies succeed in Hong Kong, and Hong Kong companies set up and invest in the UK. We offer expertise and contacts through our extensive network of specialists in the UK, and staff in the British Consulate-General in Hong Kong. Our priority sectors are Creative & Consumer, Construction & Infrastructure, Energy & Transport, Financial & Professional Services, Fintech, Healthcare & Education, Science as well as Innovation & Technology.

Preventing costly disruptions incidents with AI video analytics

Career Hackers is a venture-backed leading Generative AI HR tech firm based in Hong Kong, revolutionising how organisations handle talent acquisition and candidate assessment. With a global footprint spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, and Japan, and backed by 500 Global, HKAI Lab, HKSTP and HKTech 300, we have empowered top multinational corporations such as Accenture, Baker McKenzie, Bank of East Asia, Sino Group, L’Oréal, DHL, and IBM through our Generative AI Video Interview Platform and Virtual Experience Simulation. We have successfully screened over 50,000 candidates in 2024 alone using our cutting-edge AI-driven Video Interview Platform, streamlining recruitment processes and ensuring full anti-cheating capabilities for a fair and reliable assessment. The platform has been endorsed by local top institutions like the University of Hong Kong for their undergraduate admission screening. Beyond recruitment, our virtual job simulations also provide realistic candidate on-the-job performance insights, enhance employer branding, and foster cultural immersion.

Career Hackers 為一間 Gen-AI 人力資源科技企業，獲 500Global、HKAI Lab、香港科學園及 HKTech 300 等投資機構支持，業務遍及香港、新加坡及日本。我們研發的 AI 視像面試平台及職場模擬系統，已為 Accenture、Baker McKenzie、東亞銀行、信和集團及 L’Oréal 等跨國企業提供創新方案。單計去年，我們配備防作弊技術的 AI 視像面試平台已篩選逾五萬名候選人，簡化招聘流程。技術獲港大等頂尖學府認可。而職場模擬系統亦能審視候選人實戰工作表現、強化僱主品牌。

In response to the emerging trends of innovation and entrepreneurship in Taiwan, CDIB set up the CDIB Capital Innovation Accelerator / Fund in 2017 and CDIB Tokyo Innovation Hub in 2023. By providing abundant resources, including financial holding, venture capital, industry networking, mentorship, social community and media, the CDIB Innovation Accelerator / Fund supports start-up companies’ growth and expansion into global markets.

凱基金控旗下「開發創新管理顧問」攜手「米特數位創新公司」，於2017年共同設立「中華開發創新加速器」，透過「中華開發創新加速基金」投資早期新創公司，瞄準網路雲端、物聯網、移動互聯網及次世代電子商務等四大領域投資。 並於2023年3月底正式成立中華開發創新加速器東京據點，提供台日兩地創業導師資源、企業資源媒合及各類創業課程，陪伴新創企業共同成長，立足台灣，邁向國際。

The Centre for Entrepreneurship and Research (CEAR) of EdUHK stands as a pivotal business hub, exclusively committed to nurturing startups initiated by EdUHK faculty members. Its primary mission is to catalyze the development and transfer of cutting-edge innovations and technologies, steering them towards successful commercialization. Situated strategically in the HK Science Park, CEAR extends a comprehensive support system to eligible startups, encompassing up to three years of office space, state-of-the-art facilities, expert mentoring services, technical assistance, and robust business support. The center is dedicated to providing specialized resources for incubation and collaboration, effectively bridging research-based innovators, like-minded entrepreneurs, and early-stage startups. Our overarching goal is to empower EdUHK faculty members to seamlessly translate their research knowledge into tangible products and services, thereby accelerating technological innovation and commercialization. Through these efforts, we aim to cultivate impactful science and technology businesses that significantly contribute to social development. Among our affiliated startups are Innovative Music Zentre Limited, Edufuture Robotics Company Limited, FOCUS TECH LAB LIMITED, MetaAI Lab LIMITED, and SUSTAINED LIMITED, each representing a diverse spectrum of innovative endeavors.

香港教育大學創業與研究中心（CEAR）專責培育校內初創企業。主要任務是推動尖端創新和技術發展轉移，助力成功商業化。位於香港科學園，為合格初創提供三年辦公空間、投資機會、先進設施、專家指導、技術輔助及全面商業支持。中心致力於提供專業孵化與協作資源。目標是助力教員將研究轉化為實際產品與服務，加速科技創新與商業化，培養對社會發展有重大貢獻的科技企業。現時旗下初創包括創樂中心有限公司、賦學創思機械人有限公司、聚焦科技實驗室、智元實驗室有限公司和SUSTAINED Limited。

CORTECS offers private, dedicated language models that are ready for immediate use, providing a seamless experience for users who require reliable performance and robust data privacy. Designed to handle tasks that demand quick responses or manage heavy workloads, these models deliver consistent results without compromising on security. By partnering with EU-based providers, CORTECS ensures that all data is processed securely and efficiently. Additionally, the ability to activate or deactivate models swiftly enables flexibility, allowing for precise control over data usage and seamless integration into various workflows. Cortecs offers two key advantages: the world’s fastest LLM provisioning and unparalleled data privacy. Its instant provisioning feature deploys LLMs in just four seconds, setting a global benchmark for speed and making it ideal for dynamic, time-critical workloads. Additionally, Cortecs ensures maximum data privacy by exclusively partnering with EU-based providers, fully avoiding reliance on U.S. cloud services subject to the controversial U.S. CLOUD Act. This combination delivers both unmatched speed and robust data sovereignty.

Crescendo Lab is a leading MarTech and SalesTech cloud service provider in the Asia-Pacific region. Our MAAC and CAAC platforms, powered by AI, enable data integration, precision marketing, automated conversations, and deep customer insights.

漸強實驗室是亞太區領先的 MarTech 與 SalesTech 雲端服務提供商。我們的 MAAC 與 CAAC 平台結合 AI 技術，實現數據整合、精準行銷、自動化對話及深度客戶洞察，幫助企業提升行銷、客服與銷售效率。我們提供一站式全通路對話解決方案，無縫整合 Facebook、Instagram、LINE，並將拓展至 WhatsApp。總部設於台灣，並在日本、泰國、新加坡設有團隊，已獲 600+ 國際品牌信賴。

AI - Native Security

Diamontronics Limited specializes in the manufacturing and application of synthetic diamond wafers, with a strong focus on developing diamond bonding wafers.

鑽晶圓團隊專注於人工鑽石晶圓的製造與應用，當下全力開發鑽石鍵合晶圓。鑽石擁有超高的熱導率，這一特性使其成為晶片級散熱材料的理想之選。鑽晶圓團隊充分利用這一優勢，通過將鑽石應用於晶片散熱，有效降低晶片工作溫度，大幅節省能源消耗，同時顯著提升晶片性能。鍵合晶圓有望在人工智慧、新能源汽車、無線通信等多個前沿領域大放異彩。而鑽晶圓團隊的終極願景，是打造基於人工鑽石的終極半導體，為半導體產業帶來顛覆性變革，引領行業邁入全新發展階段。

Because Every Step Matters.

Together we cut tonnes of durian shell wastes.

Innovating Women's Health - Where it's Needed Most

Ecoinno (H.K.) is a pioneering green biotechnology company specializing in the development of innovative green fiber technologies. Our dedicated team comprises scientists from Imperial College and City University of Hong Kong.

Ecoinno (H.K.)是一家開創性的綠色生物技術公司，專注於創新綠色纖維技術的開發。我們的團隊由來自帝國理工學院和香港城市大學的科學家，以及Ecoinno的工程師組成，他們在研發領域投入了多年努力。我們成功研發並獲得專利的GCM是一種革命性的100%植物基纖維材料，被視為替代傳統塑料的突破性解決方案。 這種先進的綠色纖維技術是可生物降解的，具有卓越的耐溫、耐壓和耐水性能，有效替代一次性塑料、鋁容器和PFAS塗層紙製品。

Expedera provides customizable neural engine semiconductor IP that dramatically improves performance, power, and latency while reducing cost and complexity in edge AI inference applications. Successfully deployed in over 10 million consumer devices, Expedera's Neural Processing Unit (NPU) solutions are scalable and produce superior results in applications ranging from edge nodes and smartphones to automotive. The platform includes an easy-to-use TVM-based software stack that allows the importing of trained networks, provides various quantization options, automatic completion, compilation, estimator, and profiling tools, and supports multi-job APIs. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company has engineering development centers and customer support offices in the United Kingdom, China, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, and India.

艾伯德提供可定制的神經網絡引擎半導體 IP，能夠大幅改善邊緣 AI 推理應用的性能、功耗和延遲，同時降低成本和複雜性。艾伯德的神經處理單元 (NPU) 解決方案已成功部署在 1000 多萬台消費類設備中，並在從邊緣節點和智能手機到汽車的各種應用中取得了良好效果。該平台內含易於使用的 TVM 軟件棧，可以導入訓練好的網絡，提供各種量化選項、自動化完成、編譯、估算器和分析工具，並且支持多作業 API。公司總部位於加利福尼亞州聖克拉拉，在英國、中國大陸、日本、中國台灣和新加坡設有辦事處。