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Keep up-to-date with startup news and the latest startup community trends.
16 Jun 2021
Mask maker on virtual fast track
As demand for protective gear leapt early last year, an agile start-up opted to take the e-commerce route. read more
10 Jun 2021
Fresh greens take to cyberspace
A sharp drop in tourism led a vegetable supplier to expand rapidly online. read more
8 Jun 2021
East meets east for start-ups
Hong Kong start-up facilitators offer compelling reasons for entrepreneurs in Russia and eastern Europe to set themselves up in the city. read more
7 Jun 2021
Mobile solution to keep wheels turning
A Hong Kong entrepreneur develops an app to put the city’s drivers in touch with vehicle workshops. read more
31 May 2021
Don’t push my buttons
A Hong Kong project removes one potential source of COVID-19 infection – putting your finger on lift buttons. read more
27 May 2021
Chatty robot walks the talk abroad
A Hong Kong-developed educational machine is making forays into overseas markets. read more
24 May 2021
Activating nuts for health food
Queries about wholesome yet tasty snacks alerted a nutritionist to a gap in the market. read more
14 May 2021
Bespoke launch for life
Spotting a niche market for personalised baby and child products, two French expatriates launched an online boutique in Hong Kong. read more
12 May 2021
Oceans of data
Collecting reams of underwater measurements and images is difficult and expensive – a Hong Kong start-up is outsourcing the tasks to robots. read more
10 May 2021
Genes unzipped
A serial entrepreneur turns his mind to the fast-growing business of personalised medical care based on genetic profiles. read more
4 May 2021
Businesses flock to digital platforms
Sites aggregating the full suite of trade finance and logistics services are seen as the way ahead for SMEs. read more
28 Apr 2021
Taking marketing technology to Bay Area
A Hong Kong start-up finds the region the ideal launch pad for expansion. read more
19 Apr 2021
Clear-headed drinks gain traction
Hong Kong becomes a springboard for a fast-growing alcohol-free spirits supplier from Australia. read more
8 Apr 2021
How green is my tally
Putting numbers to the complex question of climate impact. read more
12 Mar 2021
Superhero help on call
A home concierge service calls to mind the stewards of Batman and Ironman. read more
24 Feb 2021
Start-ups look to Greater Bay Area
A comprehensive survey outlines challenges and opportunities for Hong Kong entrepreneurs moving north. read more
23 Feb 2021
Pharmaceutical pioneer seeks HK talent
AstraZeneca links up with a Hong Kong technology park to develop new cancer diagnostics and treatments. read more
11 Feb 2021
Entrepreneur discovers new jam
A Hong Kong businesswoman launches a jams-and-butters start-up as COVID-19 rewires city’s business scene. read more
4 Feb 2021
