As Hong Kong celebrated 27 years since its return to China , experts highlighted the city’s rising role as a global tech powerhouse. Stanley Ying, co-founder of HKUST Web 3.0 Labs, sat down with CGTN to share his vision for the region’s innovation scene.
Ying emphasized that the 'One Country, Two Systems' framework has been a game-changer, fueling growth and international collaboration. 'Hong Kong is a bridge between East and West,' he said, calling it a 'testing ground' for cutting-edge tech like blockchain and AI.
But the real MVPs? Hong Kong’s youth. Ying urged young innovators to 'explore the Chinese mainland regularly' to spark ideas and build connections. 'The mainland’s rapid development is like a live masterclass in scaling solutions,' he added.
With its unique blend of global talent and policy support, Hong Kong is poised to level up as Asia’s next Silicon Valley. Ready to code the future?
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HKUST Web 3.0 Labs co-lead sees city as a global innovation, tech hub
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