The week-long event for entrepreneurs across Asia is back on July 6-10—and this year it's going virtual. Here's what you need to know
Originally scheduled for February and postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak, StartmeupHK, Hong Kong's biggest annual event focused on entrepreneurship, is taking place virtually from July 6-10.
Organisers expect 17,000 delegates, more than 300 speakers and over 400 exhibitors hailing from 54 countries and territories.
Coordinated by Invest HK, a branch of the Hong Kong government responsible for attracting foreign investment and supporting multinationals that wish to expand operations into the city, the StartmeupHK week is made up of six core events, each organised by a different group and with a different industry focus. Here's a brief overview of each event.
Connected Cities Conference
Date Tuesday, July 7
Organiser KPMG
Focus Smart cities
The Connected Cities Conference will showcase "innovations for the next generation of city living", hosting speakers from academia and business to discuss the technologies that can be harnessed to "enhance a city’s liveability, workability and sustainability".
Standout Session Braving the Epidemic—Innovation in the New Normal. Hosted by government-backed startup incubator Cyberport, this talk features Gen.T honouree and Negawatt founder Arthur Lam. 4.15pm.
See also: Dynamic Duos: Arthur Lam And Nicholas Ho
