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04/06/2021

3 Types Of Gemstones For Making Spectacular Jewellery And Watches - HKTDC Newsbites

Find out popular gemstones for making spectacular Jewellery And Watches.

Whether it’s diamonds, semi-precious stones or pearls, natural gemstones will certainly make fine jewellery and watches even more magnificent

01/06/2021

Why the Greater Bay Area is a catalyst for economic growth in Asia and beyond

The GDP of the #GreaterBayArea is expected to reach US$4.6 trillion by 2030. More on the region’s growth potential: @BusinessInsider https://bit.ly/2SqwkRz

Hong Kong is playing a pivotal role in harnessing the collective economic force of 11 major cities in the area

31/05/2021

“Hong Kong people love to try new things and explore different food and beverage concepts” - Shan Shan Feng. Read about her #startup @nomsoftheday, and what's next following their pop-up store success: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALIKY/first-person/Activating-nuts-for-health-food

“Hong Kong people love to try new things and explore different food and beverage concepts” - Shan Shan Feng. Read about her #startup @nomsoftheday, and what's next following their pop-up store success: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALIKY/first-person/Activating-nuts-for-health-food

30/05/2021

The ‘rehab Iron Man’: Hong Kong tech start-up owner making waves

“The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the market drive to accept and apply technologies,” says Alvin Cheung (@HandyRehabHK): @South China Morning Post #healthtech https://bit.ly/3fEFF0b

Co-founded by Alvin Cheung, who is on the Forbes’ ‘30 Under 30 Asia’ list, HandyRehab launched in 2015 and aims to make rehabilitation robotics accessible and affordable locally.

29/05/2021

How Hong Kong’s young innovators are using technology to build a safer society

“We want to make #robots as common as smartphones and laptops in the future”, says Victor Lee (@ricerobot). See how his #startup's disinfection robots are being put to work in Hong Kong:
@South China Morning Post https://bit.ly/2Sn8gPt

Robots automatically disinfect shopping malls and deliver meals in quarantine hotels, while a flight simulator trains pilots and students with an emphasis on aviation safety.

28/05/2021

Global awards honour hktdc.com Sourcing

The upgraded hktdc.com #Sourcing platform had 15% higher online traffic in the 2020/21 financial year. “The platform enjoys strong recognition among users and website professionals, and we are pleased to have received 13 prestigious awards in the past few months” — HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Benjamin Chau (centre). The HKTDC will continue to upgrade its digital services to create new opportunities in the pandemic-induced new normal. Details: https://bit.ly/2RPEtin

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council’s (HKTDC) hktdc.com Sourcing online trading platform has demonstrated solid performance since being upgraded in October last year to more efficiently connect global buyers and suppliers amid...

25/05/2021

Join us the “Reconnect: Hong Kong-ASEAN Partnership” webinar to get updates on latest socio and economic development in Hong Kong, and the opportunities and benefits presented to enterprises in ASEAN.

Date: 11 June 2021 (Friday)
Time: 14:30 – 15:20 (BKK time)
Format: Online
Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0rh5Ae63-1ADE9bYtJhBmARlvzUGwCqlJD2rjLXAD5bfDfg/viewform

Join us the “Reconnect: Hong Kong-ASEAN Partnership” webinar to get updates on latest socio and economic development in Hong Kong, and the opportunities and benefits presented to enterprises in ASEAN.

Date: 11 June 2021 (Friday)
Time: 14:30 – 15:20 (BKK time)
Format: Online
Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0rh5Ae63-1ADE9bYtJhBmARlvzUGwCqlJD2rjLXAD5bfDfg/viewform

25/05/2021

Healthtech Innovations: Promising Assistive Robotics Solutions

Hong Kong-based Zunosaki Ltd (HandyRehab) has designed a smart robotic glove for stroke patients. We spoke to CEO Alvin Cheung, who was recently included in #Forbes30Under30 Asia class of 2021, about making assistive robotic tech more accessible: https://bit.ly/3fwfXuO

Under Covid-19, more and more people are increasingly aware of the positive impacts of advanced healthcare services technology. HKTDC research interviewed Alvin Cheung, Chief Executive Officer of Zunosaki Ltd (HandyRehab), to better understand the development process of his company’s healthtech pr...

24/05/2021

Renewables power ahead despite pandemic | Hong Kong Means Business

Renewable power capacity rose by nearly 45% YoY in 2020. “#Renewables were the only energy source for which demand increased in 2020 despite the pandemic" — @International Energy Agency. Learn more: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALHXO/inside-china/Renewables-power-ahead-despite-pandemic

Swings in supply and demand have thrown the global network for traditional energy sources into havoc but sustainable technologies are powering ahead.

23/05/2021

3 Types Of Gemstones For Making Spectacular Jewellery And Watches - HKTDC Newsbites

Source diamonds, gems and pearls of all shapes and sizes at hktdc.com #Sourcing. Check out a few of our favourites: https://bit.ly/2S0mghV

Whether it’s diamonds, semi-precious stones or pearls, natural gemstones will certainly make fine jewellery and watches even more magnificent

22/05/2021

The stars are aligned for GBA opportunities for int’l businesses,” said HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Dr Patrick Lau during HSBC’s #Drive2021 virtual conference. Don’t miss this HKMB story: #GreaterBayArea #GoGBA https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALHWP/market-spotlight/Brightest-bright-spot-for-SMEs

The stars are aligned for GBA opportunities for int’l businesses,” said HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Dr Patrick Lau during HSBC’s #Drive2021 virtual conference. Don’t miss this HKMB story: #GreaterBayArea #GoGBA https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALHWP/market-spotlight/Brightest-bright-spot-for-SMEs

21/05/2021

Following a year of uncertainties, it's time to embrace changes and we at #StartmeupHK by #InvestHK have your back. Join us at our StartmeupHK Festival, a week-long extravaganza of startup conferences with global entrepreneurs and a chance to access Asia's most promising business hub - Hong Kong.

👉More info on https://lnkd.in/gw9TJvr

#investhk #smuhkfest2021 #startmeuphk #FutureUnlimited #startups #hongkong #SHAPERZ #asiaproptech #ESG #fintech #SWCAsian #StartupWorldCup #Pegasus #TusParkHK #GBA

19/05/2021

This underwater camera made by Hong Kong #startup Clear Robotics can capture images, video continuously for as long as 1 month: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALHG5/venture-hong-kong/Oceans-of-data

This underwater camera made by Hong Kong #startup Clear Robotics can capture images, video continuously for as long as 1 month: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALHG5/venture-hong-kong/Oceans-of-data

18/05/2021

Hong Kong's start-up count has more than doubled over the last 6 years. Discover our latest initiatives to empower HK #startups: #StartupExpress #StartupFiesta https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALHE7/market-spotlight/Shucking-the-world-oyster

Hong Kong's start-up count has more than doubled over the last 6 years. Discover our latest initiatives to empower HK #startups: #StartupExpress #StartupFiesta https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALHE7/market-spotlight/Shucking-the-world-oyster

17/05/2021

A Complete Guide to Product Sourcing: Process Breakdown, How-to & Foolproof Tips - HKTDC Newsbites

New to #sourcing? Here’s a beginner's guide to sourcing products online in 2021, plus insider tips to maximise your returns: https://bit.ly/3tDWDAF

A complete guide to pin down products & suppliers, plus tips to product sourcing success

16/05/2021

In this HKMB story, Danny Yeung discusses being at the forefront of COVID-19 testing, and what's next for Prenetics s and CircleDNA A: #startups #biotech https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALGUU/first-person/Genes-unzipped

In this HKMB story, Danny Yeung discusses being at the forefront of COVID-19 testing, and what's next for Prenetics s and CircleDNA A: #startups #biotech https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALGUU/first-person/Genes-unzipped

15/05/2021

5 Garden Décor Trends You Can’t Miss For 2021 - HKTDC Newsbites

Here are 5 ideas for garden décor to spruce up your outdoor space. Don't forget to visit hktdc.com #Sourcing to browse more products: https://bit.ly/3enz3ns

With summer approaching, it's time to get outside and enjoy outdoor space, this summer why not adding some new elements to your garden? Proper garden

13/05/2021

Animator wins backing | Hong Kong Means Business

It took around 5 minutes for mainland production house Jo Jo to attract funding for their next animated film. Learn more about their #FILMART Online 2021 experience: https://bit.ly/3ej3N97

A Canadian filmmaker agrees to fund an original epic by a production house from Mainland China.

12/05/2021

The Federation of HK Business Associations Worldwide is organizing a thematic webinar cm regional Asia Forum and specially open for non-association members to join the webinar.

Date : 10 June (Thu)
Time : 08:45 - 10:35 BKK Time
Channel : Online

More details :
https://info.hktdc.com/dm/171296/index_en.html

Registration link: https://form.hktdc.com/ui_registrationsite/Registration/RegistrationForm.aspx?FORMID=1f0173c8-1b8d-4314-ae13-4c403cf0b178&BYPASS=YES&LANGID=1&URLEVENTNAME=Webinar&URLFORMNAME=RegForm&URLDATESCODE=2021

The Federation of HK Business Associations Worldwide is organizing a thematic webinar cm regional Asia Forum and specially open for non-association members to join the webinar.

Date : 10 June (Thu)
Time : 08:45 - 10:35 BKK Time
Channel : Online

More details :
https://info.hktdc.com/dm/171296/index_en.html

Registration link: https://form.hktdc.com/ui_registrationsite/Registration/RegistrationForm.aspx?FORMID=1f0173c8-1b8d-4314-ae13-4c403cf0b178&BYPASS=YES&LANGID=1&URLEVENTNAME=Webinar&URLFORMNAME=RegForm&URLDATESCODE=2021

12/05/2021

#FILMART Online 2021 saw the release and promotion of some 2,200 film and TV productions.

#FILMART Online 2021 saw the release and promotion of some 2,200 #film and #TV productions. Check out our latest wrap-up video:

11/05/2021

“#LifestyleShoppingFest is the first physical show organised by the HKTDC since the pandemic began early last year" — Deputy Executive Director Benjamin Chau. "We were pleased to see a positive response from exhibitors and the public". Full event recap: https://bit.ly/33oTg66

“#LifestyleShoppingFest is the first physical show organised by the HKTDC since the pandemic began early last year" — Deputy Executive Director Benjamin Chau. "We were pleased to see a positive response from exhibitors and the public". Full event recap: https://bit.ly/33oTg66

10/05/2021

Tech advances such as paperless processing through #blockchain and #IoT will drive growth of int'l trade, said Aditya Gahlaut (HSBC) during last month’s Next Generation #Trade webinar. More takeaways: https://bit.ly/3b20n8F

Tech advances such as paperless processing through #blockchain and #IoT will drive growth of int'l trade, said Aditya Gahlaut (HSBC) during last month’s Next Generation #Trade webinar. More takeaways: https://bit.ly/3b20n8F

09/05/2021

Antoine Berardi (@Watchfinder) spoke to HKMB about the market for pre-owned #watches and rise of gender-neutral #timepieces. Full story: https://bit.ly/338nQAz

Antoine Berardi (@Watchfinder) spoke to HKMB about the market for pre-owned #watches and rise of gender-neutral #timepieces. Full story: https://bit.ly/338nQAz

08/05/2021

“Since Hong Kong is quite small, we can meet others easily, test out recipes, and roll out [new products] quite quickly. This all creates a sense of community". Full story featuring artisanal craft mixers The Carbonation: https://bit.ly/3f0DXWo

“Since Hong Kong is quite small, we can meet others easily, test out recipes, and roll out [new products] quite quickly. This all creates a sense of community". Full story featuring artisanal craft mixers The Carbonation: https://bit.ly/3f0DXWo

07/05/2021

Start-Up Hong Kong: Design Via VR Visualisation

Interior designers and event planners are turning to Hong Kong #startup Cube Present to create unforgettable customer experiences using #VR: https://bit.ly/3xLLdOE

Local start-up Cube Present Limited uses an “unreal engine” platform to provide services in virtual scene designing, spatial designing and virtual visualisation. Deky Leung, the founder and chief operating officer, shared about how he had gone about starting a business. He said that because star...

03/05/2021

Digital Marketing in China: Channels and Strategies

Looking for ways to increase brand awareness in China? Here's what you should know about digital #marketing channels and strategies: #socialMedia https://bit.ly/2QW6YdA

There were close to 1 billion internet users in mainland China as of December 2020. Around 99.7% of internet users used mobile phones to go online. This creates infinite opportunities for digital marketing. This article sums up the digital marketing channels and strategies used by internet users in....

02/05/2021

Start-Up Hong Kong: The Biotech Boom

Hong Kong-based #startup Sanwa #Biotech has developed a portable “Point of Care” device that diagnoses infectious diseases within 15 minutes. Full story at HKTDC Research: https://bit.ly/3doX8IE

Making use of disposable microfluidic “Lab-on-Chip” (LOC) technologies and portable and rapid testing instrument, a local biotech start-up Sanwa BioTech has developed a rapid virus testing device that helps shorten the waiting process and reduces the overwhelming workload of laboratory staff. Sa...

01/05/2021

4 Must have Lighting Items for Camping - HKTDC Newsbites

Electric lanterns, flashlights, headlamps…see our list of must-have #lighting products for your customers to take on their next #camping trip: #sourcing https://bit.ly/3gioXWa

Many countries are still closing their border because of the pandemic and some even expect 'normal' travel may not resume until 2023. Everyone is

30/04/2021

4 Wearable Tech Trends You Need To Know in 2021 - HKTDC Newsbites

Smart watches are getting smarter every year. Get up to speed on the top #wearableTech trends for 2021 at HKTDC NewsBites: https://bit.ly/3eHhxt1

Wearable technology is continuously evolving and become increasingly popular over the past few years. Are you still thinking they can only perform

27/04/2021

Tune into our StartmeupHK Salons, hosted in the run-up to the main Festival. Featuring in-depth discussions of challenges and opportunities facing startups in a post-covid economy, there will be six virtual Salons in worldwide locations including N. America, S. America, Europe, the Middle East & India, ASEAN and the Greater Bay Area.

What to expect?
📌 Learn how startups are leveraging Hong Kong to grow their business across the region
📌 Trends in investor market targeting and funding opportunities in a post-pandemic economy
📌 Business models and case studies in corporate innovation
📌 Tapping into opportunities in the Greater Bay Area

👉🏻 Secure your spot now https://www.startmeup.hk/salons/asean

ASEAN Edition, April 29 2021
#smuhkfest2021 #startmeuphk #investhk #startups #FutureUnlimited

Tune into our StartmeupHK Salons, hosted in the run-up to the main Festival. Featuring in-depth discussions of challenges and opportunities facing startups in a post-covid economy, there will be six virtual Salons in worldwide locations including N. America, S. America, Europe, the Middle East & India, ASEAN and the Greater Bay Area.

What to expect?
📌 Learn how startups are leveraging Hong Kong to grow their business across the region
📌 Trends in investor market targeting and funding opportunities in a post-pandemic economy
📌 Business models and case studies in corporate innovation
📌 Tapping into opportunities in the Greater Bay Area

👉🏻 Secure your spot now https://www.startmeup.hk/salons/asean

ASEAN Edition, April 29 2021
#smuhkfest2021 #startmeuphk #investhk #startups #FutureUnlimited

25/04/2021

Pandemic shakes up fashion | Hong Kong Means Business

#Sustainability was a common thread running throughout #fashion-related webinars at Int'l Sourcing Show | ONLINE. Read more at HKMB: #ISS https://bit.ly/3v6dUnj

Sustainability rules as consumers rethink their priorities.

24/04/2021

Clear-headed drinks gain traction | Hong Kong Means Business

The low and no alcohol category is forecast to grow 31% over the next 3 years, according to a recent study. Lyre's CEO Mark Livings spoke to HKMB about crafting non-alcoholic #spirits that look and taste like the real thing: https://bit.ly/32qpdu9

Hong Kong becomes a springboard for a fast-growing alcohol-free spirits supplier from Australia.