![Prof. Nancy IP, HKUST President [Front row, sixth from right]; Mr. David NG, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Sino Group [Front row, fifth from right]; and other guests, including Prof. Yike GUO, HKUST Provost [Front row, fourth from right]; Prof. Tim CHENG, HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development [Front row, fifth from left]; Ir. John KWONG, HKUST Vice-President for Development [Front row, third from left] officiated at the opening of the award presentation ceremony.](https://image.hkstandard.com.hk/f/1024p0/0x0/100/none/51588697e461156299b856620143fcc1/2025-10/WhatsApp_2025-10-03_10_15_48_d5638bf4.jpg)
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and Sino Group successfully wrapped up the Hong Kong finale of the “HKUST-SINO One Million Dollar Entrepreneurship Competition 2025” on Friday, September 30, at the HKUST Clear Water Bay campus. Marking its 15th anniversary, this year’s competition drew 348 teams worldwide, all vying for top honors and showcasing innovative solutions aimed at building a sustainable future. The prestigious Platinum Award was claimed by Stellerus Technology Limited for their groundbreaking project, Feilian Constellation.
The award presentation ceremony was officiated by Deputy Chief Executive Officer Mr. David NG from Sino Group, with HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP and HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development Prof. Tim CHENG in attendance. Finalist teams presented their pioneering projects to a distinguished audience of industry partners, investors, and academic leaders.
In the 'HKUST Track,' the Platinum, Gold, and Silver Awards were awarded to Stellerus Technology Limited (harnessing AI to develop advanced meteorological technology), SmartPath (empowering precise cancer diagnosis and treatment through computational pathology powered by large AI models), and Lulusmiles (revolutionizing dental Orthodontic with AI-driven treatment plans), respectively. In the 'International Student Track,' these honors went to Envirovex (United Kingdom), MaternaSense (United States), and BACKEER (Kazakhstan). The 'Sustainability Impact Award,' continuing as a key feature of the competition, was presented to LoonGaN Technology Co. Limited, Regenerative System, and Stellerus Technology Limited.
This year’s entries centred on key themes such as sustainability, healthcare, and women empowerment. Participating teams leveraged cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and big data to develop innovative diagnostic tools, women’s health technologies, and environmental solutions, demonstrating the immense potential to address pressing challenges in healthcare and sustainable development.
Prof. Nancy IP, HKUST President, expressed great delight in witnessing the remarkable achievements of the University's young entrepreneurs on this global stage, where they competed with peers from world-leading universities.
She stated, "Amid the new global wave of innovation, HKUST remains committed to nurturing entrepreneurial talent. Years ago, I witnessed the founders of DJI and Zhuhai Yunzhou Intelligence Technology begin their journeys here. Today, we are immensely inspired to see HKUST students leveraging interdisciplinary research to translate scientific achievements into practical applications in frontier fields such as artificial intelligence, medical technology, and sustainable development. It is particularly encouraging to see the rise of diverse talent, including female entrepreneurs who have successfully launched compassionate health-tech solutions. HKUST's mission is to ignite students' curiosity and passion, nurturing the pioneers of tomorrow. Together with partners like Sino Group, we are building a diverse innovation ecosystem, working collaboratively to advance Hong Kong's vision of becoming an international innovation and technology hub, and empowering the new generation to shoulder the mission of leading Hong Kong's new industrialization drive."
Mr. David NG, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Sino Group, said, “Sino Group is honored to partner with HKUST for the eighth year of the One Million Dollar Entrepreneurship Competition, a collaboration that aligns closely with our vision. At Sino, we are dedicated to empowering young talent and promoting Hong Kong’s innovation and technology ecosystem through platforms like Sino Inno Lab and The Spark. We warmly congratulate this year’s winning teams for their bold innovations in areas such as healthcare, sustainability, powered by AI, robotics, and cutting-edge technologies. It is truly inspiring to see their passion and creativity shine, weaving Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into innovations addressing societal challenges. By fostering international collaboration, the competition brings global talent to Hong Kong and strengthens our vibrant innovation hub. We look forward to supporting these talented teams as they continue advancing a sustainable and inclusive future within this dynamic ecosystem.”
Winners of the Hong Kong competition will compete with the winners from Beijing, Foshan, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen divisions in the Grand Final round at the end of this year, further promoting technological collaborations and new market opportunities.
