Microsoft x HKSTP TechConnect Program

TechConnect Program by Microsoft HK and HKSTP
This 12-month incubation program is designed to empower both global and local startups to enter and expand in the Hong Kong market.

Why Join TechConnect?
Selected startups will receive:

• Up to HKD 100K in HKSTP funding and HKD 1.1M in Microsoft Azure credits.
• Co-working space within HKSTP’s ecosystem
• Opportunities for online training and 1-on-1 coaching
• Access to a full suite of development tools, including GitHub Enterprise, Azure OpenAI, and VS Code
• Opportunities to bring solutions to market and co-sell with Microsoft
• Benefits from LinkedIn, Stripe Atlas, Bubble,
• and more!

Who Can Apply?

• Open to startups from any region with a functional product and market validation.
• Startups must have plans to enter the Hong Kong market.
• Startups should currently use or plan to adopt cloud services.
• Participants must establish a limited company in Hong Kong upon successful application notification.

Why Hong Kong?

• As a strategic gateway connecting the Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asia, Hong Kong offers excellent opportunities to enter the mainland and international markets.

📌 Application Deadline: 13 Jun 2025
🔗 Apply Now: stp.hk/3RXyS5l

Program Timeline

• Jun-Jul 25: Program interview
• Jul-Aug 25: Program kick-off
• Aug 25 to Jan 26: Participate in industry seminars, develop solutions on Azure, and build a prototype
• Feb 26: Progress review and submission of market validation and progress report
• Mar to Jul 26: Final phase preparation, selected startups receive 1:1 technical consultation and complete solution development
• Jul 26: DEMO Day: Finalists present their solutions to industry leaders and potential customers