Brand New TV Show 'AI for Humans' Officially Premieres Exploring the Limitless Potential of Artificial Intelligence in Hong Kong
he series will showcase how Hong Kong leverages AI to advance smart city development, stimulate cross-industry synergy, and facilitate digital transformation across sectors. It offers viewers a comprehensive perspective on how AI is transforming urban landscapes, driving industry upgrades, and improving citizens' quality of life.
Over 70 Distinguished Guests include, but are not limited to:
Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry
Mr Simon Chan Sai-Ming, Chairman of the Cyberport Board of Directors
Dr Rocky Cheng, Cyberport CEO
Ir Tony Wong Chi-kong, JP, Commissioner for Digital Policy
The Hon Rosanna LAW Shuk-pui, JP, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism
The Hon Mable CHAN, JP, Secretary for Transport and Logistics
Mr Joseph Chan Ho-lim, JP, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury
Ir Victor Tai Sheung-shing, JP, Under Secretary for Housing
Mr Frank Yang Chin-Pang, Assistant Director (Property Management), Hong Kong Housing Society
Mr Duncan Yau, Legislative Council Member (Technology and Innovation Constituency)
Mr Hendrick Sin Hon-Tik, Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence Funding Scheme Advisory Committee
Professor Alexander Wai Ping-Kong, President of Hong Kong Baptist University
Professor Guo Yike, Director of the Hong Kong Generative AI Research Centre
Professor Hongxia Yang, Executive Director of PolyU Academy for Artificial Intelligence, Associate Dean (Global Engagement) of the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences and Professor of the Department of Computing
Ir Professor Thomas Ho On-Sing, Chairman of the Construction Industry Council
Mr Alvin Kwock, CEO and Co-Founder of AIFT
Mr Guo Yong, Founder and Chairman of China Film Niannian
Dr Tao Xiaodong, Executive Director & GM of iFLYTEK Healthcare (2506 HK)
Mr Sam Kwong, Senior Director of Platform at Klook
Mr Calvin Ng, CEO of ZA Bank
... And many more.
Episode 1: Star-Studded Premiere – Hong Kong's AI Ecosystem Unveiled
'Policy, Industry, Academia, Research, and Investment'
The highly anticipated first episode will air on 19 July 2025 (Saturday) at 8:30 PM, uncovering the intricate ecosystem of AI development in Hong Kong. The episode focuses on the collaboration between five key sectors: Policy, Industry, Academia, Research, and Investment, showcasing how these domains synergise to position Hong Kong as a leading smart city. Viewers will gain insights into how government policies are strengthening research capabilities, accelerating innovation commercialisation, and fostering a comprehensive innovation and technology ecosystem to give Hong Kong a competitive edge in the global tech race.
Episode 1 Highlights:
Prominent figures will share their visions, including Professor Sun Dong (Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry), Mr Simon Chan Sai-Ming (Chairman of the Cyberport Board of Directors), The Hon Rosanna LAW Shuk-pui, JP (Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism), The Hon Mable CHAN, JP ( Secretary for Transport and Logistics), Ir Victor Tai Sheung-shing, JP (Under Secretary for Housing) and Mr Joseph Chan Ho-lim, JP (Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury). In the second segment, industry leaders such as Mr Mr Calvin Ng (CEO of ZA Bank), Mr Sam Kwong (Senior Director of Platform at Klook), and Dr Tao Xiaodong (Executive Director & GM of iFLYTEK Healthcare (2506 HK)) will discuss diverse AI applications, from finance and healthcare to tourism and academia.
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