The Smart LAB provides a platform to connect government departments with the information technology (IT) sector, particularly local start-ups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to help departments leverage on the innovation and technical solutions from the industry to formulate innovative measures for enhancing the quality and efficiency of public services.
Resource Category: Government Funding Scheme & Support (page 7)
EMSD E&M InnoPortal
The E&M InnoPortal was launched to facilitate the strengthening of collaboration between government departments and public bodies with the I&T sector to encourage the application innovative technology to improve services and support smart city development.
InvestHK FintechHK
InvestHK is the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government Department responsible for Foreign Direct Investment. It has set up a dedicated FinTech team in Hong Kong with correspondents located in London and San Francisco.
InvestHK
InvestHK’s vision is to strengthen Hong Kong’s status as the leading international business location in Asia.
Market Development Support Scheme
The Market Development Support Scheme is a financial subsidy for Cyberport incubatee, grantees or alumni from the Cyberport Creative Micro Fund (CCMF) and/ or Cyberport Incubation Programme (CIP) to develop Mainland and overseas market.
Cyberport Accelerator Support Programme
To prepare Cyberport incubatees and alumni for international markets and investors by providing financial assistance.
Cyberport Incubation Programme
Cyberport Incubation Programme supports entrepreneurs and start-ups with resources that aim to accelerate their growth.
Elevator Pitch Competition (EPiC)
EPIC offers direct access to a vibrant business environment and invaluable opportunities to connect with the fast-growing Greater Bay Area, helping you supercharge your global ambitions.
HKSTP Venture Fund
Growth is collective. The collaboration between the public and private sectors is fundamental to the healthy growth of our startup ecosystem.
Co-Acceleration
The Acceleration Programme gives startups wings to fly and fast tracks their global expansion. The growth-stage business acceleration programme is designed to support high potential startups in all industries.


