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Media Coverage on Cyber Security Summit 2016

Media coverage on Cyber Security Summit 2016 held from 16 – 18 May.

Date	Title	Media
14 May	Hackers have their sights on Hong Kong, cyber security experts warn	scmp.com
14 May	Hong Kong At ‘Serious Risk’ Of Cyberattack Amid 7 Million Daily Attempts Worldwide, Cyber Security Experts Warn	World News Report – EIN
14 May	網上入侵全球每日700萬宗香港需加強網上保安實力 (Chinese version only)	nanzao.com
14 May	全球每日网络入侵700万宗香港需加强网上保安实力 (Chinese version only)	Boxun.com
15 May	每一刻700萬次網絡攻擊港年損18億網絡安全亟待提升 (Chinese version only)	BastillePost
15 May	每一刻700萬次網絡攻擊港年損18億網絡安全亟待提升 (Chinese version only)	Hong Kong Commercial Daily
15 May	Hackers have their sights on Hong Kong	South China Morning Post
15 May	互聯網保護不足將推「基建工程」應科院「網絡戰場」培訓專家(Chinese version only)	Sing Pao Daily News
15 May	網絡安全峰會全球精英雲集(Chinese version only)	Sing Pao Daily News
16 May	Cyber Security Conference	RTHK Radio 3
16 May	‘Sextortion’ cases on the rise	China Daily Asia
16 May	網絡罪案上升　港金融體系損18億按年飆五成(Chinese version only)	Oriental Daily
16 May	網絡犯罪成趨勢　專家憂物聯網威脅網絡安全(Chinese version only)	Ming Pao Daily News
16 May	網絡安全峰會猛人雲集前督察稱有助提高關注(Chinese version only)	BastillePost
16 May	黃志雄:本港科技罪案有上升趨勢 (Chinese version only)	Wen Wei Po
16 May	網絡安全峰會2016揭幕　去年香港電腦罪案損失18億港元(Chinese version only)	IT Pro
16 May	6 國安全專家到港：網絡安全峰會 2016 今天揭幕(Chinese version only)	HKIT BLOG
16 May	本港科技罪案有上升趨勢 (Chinese version only)	kinliu.hk
16 May	网络唔安全金融体系损失18亿欠人才150万(Chinese version only)	wtoutiao.com
16 May	安全\|网上入侵全球每日700万宗，香港你可长点心吧(Chinese version only)	wtoutiao.com
17 May	Cyber Security Summit launches at Science Park	Computerworld Hong Kong
17 May	Hong Kong launches Cyber Security Summit 2016	Telecompaper
17 May	Hong Kong launches Cyber Security Summit 2016	World News Report – EIN
17 May	港企每24秒中網絡陷阱 (Chinese version only)	Skypost
17 May	網絡犯罪不勝防金融安全危危乎(Chinese version only)	Oriental Daily
17 May	港設網絡靶場備戰金融黑客(Chinese version only)	Oriental Daily
17 May	惡意網站襲企業每24秒中招1次(Chinese version only)	Hong Kong Economic Times
17 May	警副處長：網絡犯罪成趨勢去年損失18 億較前年急增五成(Chinese version only)	Ming Pao Daily News
17 May	金融網絡案年損失18億物聯網將成最大威脅黑客破一關予取予攜(Chinese version only)	Wen Wei Po
17 May	金融業受網絡攻擊去年失18億(Chinese version only)	Takungpao
17 May	6 國安全專家到港：網絡安全峰會 2016 今天揭幕(Chinese version only)	hksilicon.com
17 May	科技罪案升港去年损失18亿元(Chinese version only)	Epoch Times
17 May	港企每24秒中網絡陷阱(Chinese version only)	CT goodjobs
17 May	黃志雄指科技罪案有上升趨勢為本港帶來風險 (Chinese version only)	881903.com
17 May	警方指網絡罪行成為本世紀的犯案趨勢 (Chinese version only)	metroradio.com.hk
17 May	警副處長：網絡犯罪成趨勢去年損失18億較前年急增五成(Chinese version only)	MingPaoCanada.com – Vancouver
17 May	6 國安全專家到港：網絡安全峰會 2016 今天揭幕(Chinese version only)	yes-news.com
17 May	香港金融網絡案年損失18億物聯網成最大威脅(Chinese version only)	MASTV
17 May	警副處長：網絡犯罪成趨勢去年損失18億較前年急增五成(Chinese version only)	e123.hk
17 May	香港金融業受網絡攻擊去年損失18億元(Chinese version only)	HK CHINA NEWS AGENCY
17 May	網絡安全峰會揭幕黃志雄：科技犯罪創新高	Sing Pao Daily News
18 May	On the defence: Hong Kong Monetary Authority to boost cybersecurity for city’s banking system	scmp.com
18 May	Launch of Cybersecurity Fortification Initiative by HKMA at Cyber Security Summit 2016	GovHK
18 May	Launch of Cybersecurity Fortification Initiative by HKMA at Cyber Security Summit 2016	ForeignAffairs.co.nz
18 May	Hong Kong: Launch of Cybersecurity Fortification Initiative by HKMA at Cyber Security Summit 2016	Webnewswire.com
18 May	陳德霖：將推「網絡防衛計劃」提升銀行風險應對能力 (Chinese version only)	Ming Pao Daily News
18 May	陳德霖冀銀行網絡安全資訊平台年內成立，金融網絡保安人才不足(Chinese version only)	ET Net
18 May	陳德霖：金管局推銀行「網絡防衛計劃」(Chinese version only)	Oriental Daily
18 May	【金融安全】金管局將推銀行「網絡防衛計劃」(Chinese version Only)	Apple Daily
18 May	金管局將從網絡安全風險及應對能力推動銀行業網絡防衛 (Chinese version only)	RTHK News
18 May	陳德霖：下周正式通知銀行推行「網絡防衛計劃」(Chinese version only)	PChome Online
18 May	金管局將推動銀行加強金融網絡保安及人才培訓 (Chinese version only)	881903.com
18 May	金管局將推銀行業網絡防衛計劃應對網絡安全風險 (Chinese version only)	metroradio.com.hk
18 May	金管局：銀行須實施「網絡防衛計劃」(Chinese version only)	DBC
18 May	香港金管局总裁：下周通知银行推行“网络防卫计划” (Chinese version only)	Sina
18 May	金管局推網絡防衛計劃料下周諮詢銀行業(Chinese version only)	hk.finance.yahoo.com
18 May	金管局推網絡防衛計劃料下周諮詢銀行業(Chinese version only)	Infocast
18 May	香港金管局宣佈推出網絡防衛計劃 (Chinese version only)	Asia Pacific Daily
18 May	金管局留意網絡安全提醒本港金融網絡保安人才不足(Chinese version only)	Orange News
18 May	香港金管局总裁：下周通知银行推行“网络防卫计划” (Chinese version only)	FX168
18 May	金管局推網絡防衛計劃料下周諮詢銀行業(Chinese version only)	Quamnet.com
18 May	香港金管局总裁：下周通知银行推行“网络防卫计划” (Chinese version only)	CFi.cn
18 May	金管局推网络防卫计划料下周谘询银行业(Chinese version only)	data.tsci.com.cn
18 May	香港金融业受网络攻击去年损失18亿元(Chinese version only)	Guotai Junan Securities
18 May	网络安全峰会2016今天揭幕(Chinese version only)	wtoutiao.com
18 May	陳德霖：下周正式通知銀行推行「網絡防衛計劃」(Chinese version only)	AA Stocks
19 May	HKMA plans to ramp up city’s defences against hackers targeting banks	scmp.com
19 May	HKMA Launches Cybersecurity Initiative	Regulation Asia
19 May	HKMA raises cybersecurity DEFCON level with new cyber resilience initiative	Enterprise Innovation
19 May	金管局推網絡防衞將諮詢銀行業(Chinese version only)	Hong Kong Economic Journal
19 May	金管推銀行網絡防衞計畫 (Chinese version only)	Sing Pao Daily News
19 May	金管推網絡防衞計劃 (Chinese version only)	Oriental Daily
19 May	金管局推銀行業網絡防衞計劃 (Chinese version only)	Apple Daily
19 May	金管局加強監管規定提升銀行網絡防衛(Chinese version only)	Ming Pao Daily News
19 May	防衛評估培訓人才資訊共享金管局三招遏網絡罪案(Chinese version only)	Takungpao
19 May	金管局三管齊下加強網絡安全(Chinese version only)	Hong Kong Economic Times
19 May	羅兵咸兩建議培訓網絡保安人才(Chinese version only)	Hong Kong Economic Times
19 May	提升銀行網絡安全　金管局推網絡防衞計劃(Chinese version only)	UNWIRE.PRO
19 May	香港金管局宣布推出网络防卫计划 (Chinese version only)	China Galaxy Securities
19 May	香港金管局宣布推出網絡防衛計劃 (Chinese version only)	HK CHINA NEWS AGENCY
19 May	香港金管局宣佈推出「網路防衛計劃」(Chinese version only)	hellotw.com
19 May	香港金管局宣佈推出“網路防衛計劃” (Chinese version only)	big5.chinanews.com
19 May	網絡案猖獗港金融業年損18億(Chinese version only)	Macao Commercial Post
19 May	香港金管局宣佈推出網路防衛計劃 (Chinese version only)	International Daily News
19 May	香港金管局宣布推出网络防卫计划 (Chinese version only)	finance.mylove1314.net
19 May	金管局加強監管規定提升銀行網絡防衛(Chinese version only)	e123.hk
19 May	金管局下周通知銀行推「網絡防衛計劃」	Sing Pao Daily News
20 May	HKMA launches cyber resilience initiative for banking	Computerworld Hong Kong
20 May	Hong Kong Regulators Aim to Boost Cybersecurity Defences	Hong Kong Lawyer
20 May	金管局將向全港銀行發出監管規定提高網路安全水平(Chinese version only)	Linuxpilot

The Honourable Bernard Charnwut Chan, GBS, JP Visits ASTRI

ASTRI has had the privilege of showcasing a number of ASTRI’s latest technologies to The Honourable Bernard Charnwut Chan, GBS, JP on 20 May 2016 when he paid a visit to ASTRI. ASTRI’s CEO Dr. Frank Tong, CTO Dr. Ieong Meikei and Director of Security and Data Sciences Dr. Duncan Wong presented an overview of ASTRI to Mr. Chan and showed him the latest technologies including ASTRI Security Lab, Cyber Range Lab, Blockchain, facial recognition, HPE Data Analytics Lab, Naked Eye 3D Display Lab, AI on Chinese character recognition, behavioral authentication and 5G Wireless Lab.

Mr. Wong Ming-yam, BBS, JP, Chairman of ASTRI (3^rd from the right) and ASTRI’s senior management extend a warm welcome to the Honourable Bernard Charnwut Chan, GBS, JP for visiting ASTRI (3^rd from the left).

ASTRI’s CEO Dr. Frank Tong and R&D expertise present ASTRI’s latest technologies (Left photo: Visit to Cyber Range Lab; Right photo: Visit to Naked Eye 3D Display Lab).

Delegates from Bank of China (Hong Kong) Visit ASTRI

Delegates from Bank of China (Hong Kong) including COO Mr. Zhong Xiangqun, Deputy CEO Ms. Ann Kung Yeung Yun Chi, General Manager of IT Mr. Rocky Cheng Chung-ngam, General Manager of Channel Management Mr. Lo Ping-wa, Deputy General Manager of E-Finance Mr. Tan Jiming and Deputy General Manager of Commercial Banking Department Mr. Yau Sheung-yu visited ASTRI on 19 May 2016. ASTRI’s CEO Dr. Frank Tong, CTO Dr. Ieong Meikei, Director of Security and Data Sciences Dr. Duncan Wong and Director of Office of Chief Technology Officer Mr. Ryan Chung extended a warm welcome to the delegates and introduced to them ASTRI’s latest technologies including ASTRI Security Lab, Cyber Range Lab, Blockchain, facial recognition, HPE Data Analytics Lab, Naked Eye 3D Display Lab, AI on Chinese character recognition, behavioral authentication and 5G Wireless Lab.

Delegates from Bank of China (Hong Kong): COO Mr. Zhong Xiangqun (Centre), Deputy CEO Ms. Kung Yeung Yun Chi, (3^rd ,left), Deputy General Manager of E-Finance Mr. Tan Jiming (2^nd left), General Manager of Channel Management Mr. Lo Ping-wa (2^nd ,right), Deputy General Manager of Commercial Banking Department Mr. Yau Sheung-yu (3^rd right) and General Manager of IT Mr. Rocky Cheng Chung-ngam (4^th, right).

The delegates tour around the Cyber Range Lab.

The delegates are interested in the facial recognition technology.

Welcoming Remarks and Opening Keynote Address at Cyber Security Summit 2016

Following is the welcoming remarks by Dr. Frank Tong, Chief Executive Officer, ASTRI at Day 3 of Cyber Security Summit 2016 held on 18 May.

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Ladies and Gentlemen,

It gives me greatest pleasure to see many like-minded people here to attend today’s Cyber Security Summit, the last of a 3-day long conference bearing a very important theme on “strengthening the cyber resilience of the financial and banking sector”. This summit is perhaps the largest cybersecurity conference ever organized in the territory. I also hope this will increase our public’s awareness on cybersecurity and bring us together for a closer collaboration on this very important subject.

We can go on and on and cite the numerous shocking incidents and the associated financial losses. In 2015, the financial loss brought about by cybercrime in Hong Kong alone has exceeded HK$1.8B, a 50% increase over 2014. We at ASTRI have been working with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF), the Hong Kong Institute of Banks (HKIB), and the Hong Kong Association of Banks to address the cybersecurity issues facing by the financial and banking sector. With Hong Kong being one of the largest global financial centers and with us serving the key role of “super-connector” for Mainland, we simply cannot compete without proper and adequate technology tools. Like it or not, cybersecurity is one of the most key elements we need to take up heads on.

At ASTRI, we have identified financial technology, or Fintech, as our key R&D initiative for Hong Kong. Here, with domain expertise coming from our financial and banking partners, we will develop and help deploy the much-needed information and communication technologies (ICT) by the financial and banking sector. Along with cybersecurity, we have also targeted big data analytics, block chain and mobile platform technologies, such as facial recognition, behavioral authentication, internet finance, etc., as the key column technologies for Fintech. Our capabilities are diverse, from IC design all the way to complex networking systems.

Coming back to our summit today, we have a rich program plus many distinguished speakers. I truly think that this Summit would not have been possible without the seamless cooperation and staunch support from different parties in the past many months. I would like to take this opportunity to express my heart-felt gratitude to HKPF for being the organizer with us, HKMA for being our Program Advisors and HKIB for being the co-organizer. Special thanks will also go to Innovation and Technology Bureau for being the Lead Supporting Organization and to all other sponsoring and supporting organizations. The unfailing support you rendered to us has contributed substantially to the success of this Summit.

I hope you will enjoy today’s program and bring home with you an unforgettable memory. Thank you.

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Mr. Norman T.L. Chan, GBS, JP, Chief Executive, Hong Kong Monetary Authority also delivered an opening keynote address at Day 3 of Cyber Security Summit 2016 held on 18 May. The opening keynote address is available at http://www.hkma.gov.hk/eng/key-information/speech-speakers/ntlchan/20160518-2.shtml

Launch of the Cybersecurity Fortification Initiative by the HKMA at Cyber Security Summit 2016

To further enhance the cyber resilience of the banking sector in Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced today the launch of a “Cybersecurity Fortification Initiative” (CFI) at the “Cyber Security Summit 2016” (the ‘Summit’), in which the HKMA also serves as the Programme Advisor for this prestigious event.

The CFI is a new, comprehensive initiative which aims to raise the level of cybersecurity of the banks in Hong Kong through a three-pronged approach:

First, a central element of the CFI is a Cyber Resilience Assessment Framework, which seeks to establish a common risk-based framework for banks to assess their own risk profiles and determine the level of defence and resilience required;

Second, there will be a new Professional Development Programme, which is a training and certification programme in Hong Kong which aims to increase the supply of qualified professionals in cybersecurity; and

Third, a new piece of infrastructure namely the Cyber Intelligence Sharing Platform will be developed to allow sharing of cyber threat intelligence among banks in order to enhance collaboration and uplift cyber resilience.

Speaking at the Summit today, Mr Norman T.L. Chan, Chief Executive of the HKMA, said “If we wish to raise the cybersecurity of our banking system to a level commensurate with Hong Kong’s position as the leading international financial centre in Asia, we cannot afford to go slow or lose any time. In a spirit of cooperation to achieve this common goal, the HKMA, the banking industry and our partners will work closely together to implement this ambitious but necessary CFI according to plan.”

To implement the CFI as quickly and as effectively as possible, the following actions will be taken:

The HKMA will issue a formal circular next week to all banks setting out that it is a supervisory requirement for them to implement the CFI;

Concurrently the HKMA will conduct a three-month consultation with the banking industry on the proposed Cyber Resilience Assessment Framework;

The HKMA will work with Hong Kong Institute of Bankers (HKIB) and Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) to roll out the first training courses for cybersecurity practitioners by the end of 2016; and

The HKMA will work with The Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB) and ASTRI to establish the Cyber Intelligence Sharing Platform by the end of 2016.

The topic of cybersecurity has gained more attention of the banking industry in Hong Kong and around the world. The Summit, which is co-organised by HKIB, ASTRI, and the Hong Kong Police Force, has proved a timely event that was well-received:

More than 500 participants joined the Summit;

Participants included 20 central bank delegates from 14 countries in the Asian region; and

Over 100 senior executives of global and local banks, leading cybersecurity consulting firms, and other regulators attended the event.

“ASTRI has identified financial technology as our first and foremost key R&D initiative for Hong Kong. Cyber security aside, we are also focusing on big data analytics, block chain, and various other advanced technologies. Our R&D capabilities will bolster Hong Kong’s technical arsenal in the escalating battle against technology crimes. We will continue to work with the HKMA and the banking industry to promote the development of fintech in Hong Kong,” said Dr. Franklin Tong Fuk-kay, Chief Executive Officer, ASTRI.

Being a leader in training for the banking industry, HKIB is also a key partner in the Professional Development Programme. With technical support from ASTRI, HKIB runs the Programme as one of the training and certification schemes under HKIB.

Ms Carrie Leung, Chief Executive Officer, HKIB said, “Cyber threats have emerged as a growing risk to the banking and financial services sector. It is time for us to take collective action to formulate strategies for tackling current and future threats. A key aspect of this is to find ways to build a strong talent pool to uphold and enhance the sector’s cyber security system on an ongoing basis”

The Programme is scheduled to launch by the end of 2016.

“We endeavour to make banking professionals better equipped to face the emerging cyber security challenges. In the long run, we hope that banks will develop their own career frameworks which align with this initiative and illustrate how the Programme can support an individual’s career development and progression,” Ms Leung added.

20150518_cyber security summit Day 3 press release

Cyber Security Summit 2016 Jointly Organised by Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) and Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) Opens

Cyber Security Summit 2016 Jointly Organised by Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) and Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) Opens

Experts and Industry Leaders from the World Discuss Solutions to Combating Increasing Threats of Cyber Attacks in Cyber Security Summit 2016

[Hong Kong, 16^th May 2016] Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) and Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) inaugurated the Cyber Security Summit 2016 today at Grand Hall of Hong Kong Science Park.

The 3-day Summit runs from 16^th to 18^th May, cyber security experts and industry leaders from around the globe including those from the U.S., Australia, the Netherlands, Ireland, Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong come together to share international perspectives on challenges and best practices related to cyber security that concern every industry nowadays.

The Summit was officially kicked off today by Mr. Tony Wong Chi-hung, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), PDSM, PMSM, HKPF, Dr. David Chung Wai-keung, JP, Under Secretary for Innovation and Technology, Ms. Annie Choi Suk-han, JP, Commissioner for Innovation and Technology, Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC), Mr. Wong Ming-yam, BBS, JP, Chairman, ASTRI, Dr. Franklin Tong Fuk-kay, Chief Executive Officer, ASTRI, Mr. Esmond Lee Kin-ying, JP, Executive Director (Financial Infrastructure), Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), Mr. Allen Ma Kam-sing, Chief Executive Officer, Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Ms. Carrie Leung, Chief Executive Officer, The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers (HKIB).

Mr. Tony Wong Chi-hung, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), PDSM, PMSM, HKPF, said in his remark, “The participants can acquire the latest information in relation to cyber security from this Summit. It also provides a chance for improving their awareness, resilience and overall competitiveness, so as to ensure the industry is fully prepared for the cyber security challenges ahead.”

Delivering the welcoming remark at the Summit, Dr. David Chung Wai-keung, JP, Under Secretary for Innovation and Technology said, “There is an unprecedented wave of cyber attacks exploiting the digitisation of business across all industry segments, especially in financial services. Total financial losses due to the computer crime cases have rapidly grown to HK$1.8B in 2015. It is crucial that we have a concerted effort in research and information sharing to find means to tackle the ever-changing cyber security threats.”

Mr. Wong Ming-yam, BBS, JP, Chairman, ASTRI expressed, “We are very delighted to see that after months of seamless cooperation with HKPF, the Summit was successfully kicked off today. Special thanks should go to HKMA for being the Programme Advisor, HKIB and HKSTP for being the Summit Co-organisers, to Innovation and Technology Bureau for being the Lead Supporting Organisation, and to all the sponsors and supporting organisations as well. ASTRI will continue working closely with the industry and our partners on cyber security and mitigate the risk of cyber attacks. ”

The theme of the first two days of the Summit (16^th – 17^th May to be held at Hong Kong Science Park) is Knowing the Cyber Security Landscape and Matching Your Gear to Effectively Address Cyber Threats. The star-studded and content-rich Summit today attracted over 600 participants who gathered at Grand Hall for the inspiring keynote speeches before attending various breakout sessions namely, Management Track, Technical Track and Topics of Special Interest that are designed to cater for different needs and interests of the participants.

Addressing major issues faced by the banks and financial institutions, Day 3 of the Summit (18^th May to be held at JW Marriott Hotel, Admiralty, Hong Kong) has the theme Strengthening the Cyber Resilience of the Financial and Banking Sector.

In addition, Hong Kong Police Force will host a round table meeting for international law enforcement agencies from 9 countries or areas on Day 3 of the Summit at HKSTP. The trends of technology crimes and cyber security, as well as explore the corresponding strategies will be discussed and explored.

For details of the programme rundown and speakers of the Summit, please visit www.cybersecuritysummithk.net

Officiating guests kick off the Cyber Security Summit 2016 (from left Ms. Carrie Leung, Chief Executive Officer, HKIB, Mr. Esmond Lee Kin-ying, JP, Executive Director (Financial Infrastructure), HKMA, Ms. Annie Choi Suk-han, JP, Commissioner for Innovation and Technology, ITC, Dr. David Chung Wai-keung, JP, Under Secretary for Innovation and Technology, Mr. Tony Wong Chi-hung, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), PDSM, PMSM, HKPF, Mr. Wong Ming-yam, BBS, JP, Chairman, ASTRI, Dr. Franklin Tong Fuk-kay, Chief Executive Officer, ASTRI, and Mr. Allen Ma Kam-sing, Chief Executive Officer, HKSTP).

Mr. Tony Wong Chi-hung, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), PDSM, PMSM, HKPF delivers welcoming remark at the Summit.

Dr. David Chung Wai-keung, JP, Under Secretary for Innovation and Technology gives a welcoming remark at the Summit.

Over 600 participants attend the star-studded and content-rich Summit to discuss and exchange solutions to combating increasing threats of cyber attacks.

ASTRI presents technology projects to 17th Asian Physics Olympiad (APhO) participants

Over 200 secondary school students from 26 Asian countries and regions who participated in the 17th Asian Physics Olympiad (APhO) visited Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks today and attended an ASTRI Introduction session hosted by Dr. Vincent Lau, R&D Director (Software and System) of ASTRI. Apart from giving an overview of ASTRI, Dr. Vincent Lau also presented a number of ASTRI’s technology projects to stimulate participants’ interest in science and technology.

Dr. Vincent Lau, R&D Director (Software and System) of ASTRI presents ASTRI’s projects to the participants of 17th Asian Physics Olympiad (APhO).

First team from AIR Program graduates and garners investment

Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) is pleased to announce the graduation of DecaSense from the ASTRI Innovation Runway Entrepreneurship Fellow Program (AIR Program). Being the first one to graduate from the AIR Program, the team has formed a company named “DecaSense Technology Limited” in Hong Kong.

The team joined AIR Program in November 2015 and targets at making low cost wearable sensing devices with patented motion capture technology for professional sports analysis. With this innovative project, the team has successfully garnered investment from an investor for commercialization in China.

AIR program is an entrepreneurship fellow program, organized by ASTRI and sponsored by the Innovation and Technology Commission of HKSAR Government, to offer pre-incubation supports to young technology entrepreneurs in Hong Kong. The intake for 2016 is now open for application. Successful applicants will receive fellowship award, mentorship support and field trip opportunity. For more details, please visit http://air.astri.org.

Delegates from HiSilicon Technologies and Prajna IoT Tech visit ASTRI

Delegates from HiSilicon Technologies Co., Ltd. (HiSilicon) and Prajna IoT Tech Co. Ltd (Prajna IoT) paid a visit to ASTRI on 21 April 2016. ASTRI’s Chief Executive Officer Dr. Frank Tong and Chief Technology Officer Dr. Ieong Mei Kei extended a warm welcome to the visitors. The delegates met with Dr. Tong and Dr. Ieong as well as R&D experts to gain a better understanding of ASTRI and to explore the collaboration opportunities on IoT technologies.

Dr. Frank Tong (left) and Mr. Steve Chu, Vice President of Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.

Dr. Frank Tong, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI (7^th from right) and Dr. Meikei Ieong, Chief Technology Officer of ASTRI (5^th from right) as well as ASTRI’s R&D experts meet with the delegates from HiSilicon Technologies and Prajna IoT Tech.

ASTRI corporate website wins Silver Award in the Web Accessibility Recognition Scheme 2016

Once again, ASTRI’s website scooped the Sliver Award in the Web Accessibility Recognition Scheme jointly organized by the Office of Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) and the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC).

The award winning new website was launched in September 2015, and was designed according to the web accessibility guidelines set out in the Scheme with a view to facilitating easy access to online information and services by all members in the community.

The Web Accessibility Recognition Scheme is open to all local companies, non-government/quasi-government organizations, and academia, with the aim to encourage and recognize local enterprises and organizations’ efforts to adopt accessibility design in their websites and mobile apps.

For details about the scheme, please refer to: http://www.ogcio.gov.hk/en/community/web_accessibility/recognition_scheme/

ASTRI wins silver award in Web Accessibility Recognition Scheme 2016.

Mr. Alan Pun, Senior Manager, Chief Technology Officer Office of ASTRI represents ASTRI to receive the award.