HKSTP Venture Fund

The HKSTP Venture Fund is a government-backed venture capital fund based in Hong Kong, established in 2015 with an asset under management of HKD 1 billion. It focuses on direct investments in early-to-growth stage technology startups, aiming to nurture and accelerate the development of innovative companies within Hong Kong's dynamic tech ecosystem. The fund also collaborates with private investors to co-invest, thereby leveraging additional resources to support promising ventures.

The fund's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, fintech, smart city technologies, robotics, medtech, big data and AI, new materials, microelectronics, sustainability, logistics, entertainment, and education. It primarily targets seed to Series A stages, providing essential capital to startups poised for growth. The HKSTP Venture Fund operates with a strong emphasis on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, contributing significantly to the development of Hong Kong's innovation and technology landscape.

Since its inception, the fund has attracted over 100 private co-investors and has been instrumental in facilitating numerous investment matchings, thereby enhancing the overall investment environment for technology startups in Hong Kong. Its collaborative approach with private investors has resulted in a substantial leverage of private capital, amplifying the impact of its investments. The fund's commitment to supporting early-stage companies underscores its pivotal role in driving the growth and success of Hong Kong's technology sector.