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RedotPay uses stablecoins to cut cross-border payment costs
RedotPay uses stablecoins to cut cross-border payment costs
Its cards can be used at more than 130 million merchants globally.
OWOWWW eyes air services beyond drone shows
The startup owns more than 1,000 drones for aerial displays.
Fintech startups to lead Hong Kong venture funding
Investors are putting money in fewer, more established firms.
Hong Kong startups face tighter funding amidst shift to deep tech
Investors are focusing on firms with clear market demand and global potential.
NEXX Global builds China–Gulf logistics platform
It automates orders, warehouse coordination, and shipment tracking.
ReGen develops solar device to turn seawater into fresh water
It is negotiating a project in Jiangsu, China and exploring 100 sites in Morocco.
Cellmeric targets 80% cut in cell-based cancer treatment costs
Its tech avoids unwanted DNA mutations and removes costly safety tests.
Firefilm rolls out 'last-mile' platform for AI video optimisation
It offers a $180-per-user enterprise tier and a $980-a-month corporate plan.
RT HealthTech turns lab robotics into affordable exosuits
It aims to bring assistive technology to everyday users.
ACTuWISE seeks $5m to expand AI mental health platform
The startup’s expansion plans include launching the app in Mainland China.
Probioverse eyes US$10m funding for wearables on gut care
It is also partnering with probiotic makers that target specific organ health.
The Z Label tests AI tools for products targeting Gen Z
The goal is to develop at least three tools into successful ventures.
Moshi Mosh AI turns fan culture into income
Creators make money by engaging fans with custom AI personas.
Cautious VCs turn to Series A startups
Early-stage startups in Hong Kong have raised $23.3m this year.
Code-Create uses AI for quick fashion
The tool promises to speed up the design process by more than 60%.
Cathoven AI cuts language teachers’ grading workload
The startup has created a smart helper that also helps students learn faster.
Eat100 eyes more restaurants to cut food scraps
The startup plans to save about 62,400 kilos of food waste in 2025.
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