HKUST Start-ups Triumph at the Hong Kong Social Enterprise Challenge 2023-2024
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In an impressive display of social innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, three start-up teams from HKUST have garnered a total of seven accolades at the Grand Final of the Hong Kong Social Enterprise Challenge (HKSEC) 2023-2024. These awards include the coveted Champion title, 1st Runner-up, Best Presentation, Most Innovative Idea, Timely Impact Award, and the Social Ambassador IP Award.

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Champion Seekr Leads with Four Awards
Seekr, steered by HKUST postgraduate student Turzo Bose, shone as the most decorated team at the Grand Final, clinching four distinguished awards. Their breakthrough compact AI wearable is designed to empower visually impaired individuals with greater independence and safety, marking a significant advancement for assistive technologies.

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ReCube: First Runner-up and Most Innovative Idea
ReCube distinguished itself as the first runner-up and was also honored with the Most Innovative Idea Award. Their business model offers a reusable tableware rental service, complete with a rewards program. This initiative is a strategic approach to reducing disposable tableware waste, demonstrating the team's commitment to sustainability.

Support from HKUST Entrepreneurship Center
Both Seekr and ReCube have benefited from the support of the HKUST Entrepreneurship Center, particularly through the Dream Builder Program, which provided essential seed funding to transform their visionary ideas into tangible solutions.

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An Endorsement of HKUST's Commitment to Social VenturesThe HKSEC, organized by the Center for Entrepreneurship of the Chinese University of Hong Kong and sponsored by the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau, is a testament to HKUST's dedication to nurturing socially responsible ventures.

HKUST Award-Winning Teams:

  • Seekr (Champion)
  • ReCube (1st Runner-up)
  • ReCube (Most Innovative Idea)
  • ImpactAI (Timely Impact Award)
  • Seekr (Social Ambassador IP Award)
  • Seekr (Best Presentation)
  • Seekr (Best Presentation for Semi-Final)

We are incredibly proud of all the participating teams from HKUST for their outstanding achievements and for exemplifying the innovative and impactful spirit of our entrepreneurial community.

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