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THE OSCARS OF IT

Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards

The Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards (APICTA Awards) is an international awards program organised by APICTA, which aims to increase ICT awareness in the community and assist in bridging the digital divide. By providing networking and product benchmarking opportunities to ICT innovators and entrepreneurs in the region, the program is designed to stimulate ICT innovation and creativity, promote economic and trade relations, facilitate technology transfer, and offer business matching opportunities via exposure to venture capitalists and investors.

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ECONOMIES

24

CATEGORIES

70

JUDGES

500+

DELEGATES

Hello Hong Kong

Biggest Welcome to the World

Why Hong Kong?

It's with great pleasure that Hong Kong is selected as the host of the APICTA Awards for the third time. Each time, we are witnessed as a city that continues to evolve and advance, constantly showcasing a dynamic and forward-thinking tech environment. APICTA 2023 in Hong Kong holds special significance as it marks the first APICTA following the global pause enforced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Rest assured, we understand the importance of creating a memorable and safe experience for all delegates. Hong Kong is also running the "Hello Hong Kong" campaign, inviting you not only to immerse yourself in the influential APICTA 2023, but to extend your stay and explore the myriad of fun and business opportunities that this vibrant city has to offer. Here's some of the reasons why Hong Kong is an ideal host and a spectacular city to discover.
Hong Kong Airport
Strategic Location

Hong Kong serves as a gateway to Mainland China and other booming Asian markets due to its central geographical position.

Hong Kong Business Friendly
Business-friendly Environment

Hong Kong has a free market economy, low taxes, and transparent regulations, which makes it easy to do business. It also upholds strong intellectual property rights.

Embracing Talent
Embracing Talents

Hong Kong welcomes international talents. We offer very open working visa policies and a diverse, multicultural environment that encourages innovation and exchange of ideas.

Startup at Cyberport
Vibrant Startup Ecosystem

With numerous incubators, accelerators, and venture capital firms, Hong Kong provides a supportive environment for tech startups to grow and thrive.

Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Development Blueprint

Published in December 2022, Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Development Blueprint outlines a strategic plan for the Hong Kong innovation and technology (I&T) progression over the next 5-10 years. It aims to transform Hong Kong into an international I&T hub, focusing on four key areas: enhancing the I&T ecosystem, enlarging the I&T talent pool, promoting digital economy and smart city development, and integrating into the national development. The plan also introduces eight strategies, from strengthening research to deepening cooperation with Mainland China, and sets macro I&T development targets. A new advisory committee on I&T Industry Development has been established to oversee the plan's implementation.

Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Development Blueprint

Important Dates

DateDetails
1 August 2023
Judges’ nomination opens
22 August 2023
Judges’ nomination closes
25-26 August 2023
80th APICTA EXCO meeting in Hong Kong
1 September 2023
Entries’ nomination opens
31 October 2023
Entries’ nomination closes
30 November 2023
Announcement of selected judges
30 November 2023
Announcement of judging panels/presentation schedules
4 December 2023
Arrival of APICTA entries, judges, EXCO
5 December 2023
APICTA week commences
APICTA 2023 Schedule

Programme-at-a-Glance

  • Opening Ceremony
    Time: 9:15 am to 10:30 am
    Venue: Cyber Arena, The Arcade, 2/F, Cyberport 1
    Theme: To Welcome APICTA delegations
    Participants: All APICTA delegations and honoured guests
  • APICTA EXCO Meeting
    Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 noon
    Venue: Multi-function Room, Core E, 4/F, Cyberport 3
    Participants: APICTA EXCO members only
  • Lunch for Judges/EXCOs/ECs
    Time: 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm
    Venue: El Charro, Shop 208 The Arcade, Cyberport
  • Briefing for Judges
    Time: 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
    Venue: Training Theatre, Core F, 3/F, Cyberport 3
  • Equipment Testing/Judging Rooms visit
    Time: 2:30 pm to 8:00 pm
    Participants: All Entries
  • Briefing for ECs (Economy Coordinators)
    Time: 4:30 pm to 5:15 pm
    Venue: Training Theatre, Core F, 3/F, Cyberport 3
  • Welcome Reception
    Time: 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
    Venue: Serenade, 4/F, Jade Hall, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Restaurant Block, Tsimshatsui
    Participants: EXCOs, Judges, ECs
  • Judging Panels in Session
    Time: 8:30 am to 6:00 pm
    Venue: Cyberport 3
  • Meeting Room available for Concurrent Small Business Meetings for all Delegation
    Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Venue: Smart Living Lab 2&3, Core C, 3/F, Cyberport 3
  • APICTA Interviews
    Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
  • Lunch for EXCOs, Judges, ECs
    Time: 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm
    Venue: Seaview Concourse, Core F, 3/F, Cyberport 3
  • Hello Hong Kong Outing
    Time: 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm
    Venue: Harbour Cruise "Bauhinia”
    Participants: All delegates
  • Judging Panels in Session
    Time: 8:30 am to 6:00 pm
    Venue: Cyberport 3
  • Meeting Room available for Concurrent Small Business Meetings for all Delegation
    Time: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
    Venue: Smart Living Lab 2&3, Core C, 3/F, Cyberport 3
  • APICTA Interviews
    Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
  • Lunch for EXCOs, Judges, ECs
    Time: 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm
    Venue: Seaview Concourse, Core F, 3/F, Cyberport 3
  • Students' entries (Primary/Secondary) Networking Session
    Time: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
    Venue: Seaview Concourse, Core F, 3/F, Cyberport 3
  • Students' entries (Tertiary) Networking Session
    Time: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
    Venue: Training Theatre, Core F, 3/F, Cyberport 3
  • Startup Entries Networking Session
    Time: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
    Venue: Function Room 1-2, Core E, 3/F, Cyberport 3
    Participants: All delegates invited
    Theme: Presentation on successful innovation ecosystem
  • Hong Kong Night
    Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
    Venue: The Podium, The Arcade, 4/F, Cyberport 2
    Participants: All delegates
  • Final Judges Review Meeting and EXCO Meeting
    Time: 9:30 am to 11:00 am
    Venue: Snow White Ballroom, HK Disneyland Hotel
    Participants: Head Judges and EXCOs only
  • Lunch for EXCOs, Judges, ECs
    Time: 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
    Venue: Sleeping Beauty Ballroom, HK Disneyland Hotel
  • Awards Presentation Ceremony
    Time: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
    Venue: Cinderella Ballroom, HK Disneyland Hotel
  • Hospitality Day
    Time: 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Venue: HK Disneyland

APICTA 2023 Organising Committee

Peter Yan CEO Cyberport
Chairman
Mr Peter Yan, JP
HKCS Distinguished Fellow and
CEO of Cyberport

Welcome Message

Tony Wong OGCIO
Advisor
Ir Tony Wong, JP
Government Chief Information Officer,
The Government of the HKSAR

Welcome Message

Rocky Cheng HKCS President
Advisor
Dr Rocky Cheng
HKCS President, and
Chief Information Officer of
Bank of China (Hong Kong)

Welcome Message

Stephen Lau
Advisor
Mr Stephen Lau, JP
HKCS Past President and
Distinguished Fellow,
APICTA EXCO Member since 2005

 

Agnes Mak
Advisor
Mrs Agnes Mak, MH, JP
APICTA 2023 Chief Judge,
HKCS Past President and
Distinguished Fellow, and APICTA EXCO Member since 2001

 

(Sorted by alphabetical order of last names)

Organising Committee Members

  • Mr Dave Chen
    HKCS Vice President and Head of IT of HKTDC
  • Mr Johnson Cheng
    APICTA Head Judge and Country Manager, Asia of JAMF
  • Mr Fritz Chiu
    Director of Logistics of APICTA 2013 and Financial Controller of Data Exchange Limited
  • Dr Gabriel Leung
    HKCS Council Member and Managing Director of HPE Hong Kong
  • Ms Grace Lo
    HKCS APICTA Convenor and HKCS Executive Director
  • Ms Rebecca So
    Director of Marketing of Cyberport
  • Dr Albert Wong
    HKCS Council Member and Partner of PwC Hong Kong
  • Mr Kingsley Wong
    Deputy Government Chief Information Officer
  • Ir Wilson Wong
    Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited

Judging Sub-Committee Members

  • Mr Leonard Chan
    Chairman of Hong Kong Innovative Technology Development Association and CEO of tag.digital Ltd.
  • Mr Daniel Cheung
    Assistant Government Chief Information Officer (Cyber Security & Digital Identity)
  • Mr Fritz Chiu
    Director of Logistics of APICTA 2013 and Financial Controller of Data Exchange Ltd
  • Professor Jimmy Lee
    HKCS Distinguished Fellow, APICTA 2013 Chief Judge, and Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering of CUHK
  • Ms Grace Lo
    HKCS APICTA Convenor and HKCS Executive Director
  • Ms Vivian Tam
    Head of Campus Management of Cyberport

Meet Our Organisers

APICTA 2023 in Hong Kong is hosted by Office of Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) and Hong Kong Computer Society (HKCS) with the generous support of Cyberport.
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Co-Organiser

Cyberport Logo

Sponsor

Hong Kong Trade Development Council
Hong Kong Night Co-Sponsor
InvestHK
Start-up Networking Session Co-Sponsor

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Official Carrier
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Cybersecurity Adviser
TMG
“People’s Choice Award” Sponsor

Supporting Organisations

Hong Kong Tourism Board
ACMCP
AiTLE
ASTRI
CSA
eHealth Consortium
FHKI
GS1
HKACE
Chartered Governance Hong Kong
HKCSS
HKITDA
HKPC
IEEE
Invotech
ITJC
PMI
SCC

About APICTA 2023

APICTA 2023 in Hong Kong is hosted by Office of Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) and Hong Kong Computer Society (HKCS) with the generous support of Cyberport.

Contact Us

HKCS Secretariat:
+852-2834-2228
[email protected]

Service Hours
Mondays – Fridays 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays Closed