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Helping local innovators go global. That's the journey we're here to accelerate. Look at BLACK BARRELS LIMITED, a graduate of our AI Co-incubation Program with HKSTP - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation. In three months, Black Barrels launched their AI-powered app, MOVA, which has surpassed 500,000 downloads worldwide. They scaled on Google Cloud, leveraged the program's network to expand internationally, and built a vibrant community by listening to their users. This is what our program is all about: empowering developers with the tools and support to innovate and grow. We're excited to open applications for our second cohort, supported by Invest Hong Kong. Due to overwhelming interest, we have extended the deadline to July 24, 2025. Ready to build the future with AI? Learn more and apply. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gk6varUY

We are proud to join the Anti-Scam Consumer Protection Charter 3.0 by Hong Kong's financial regulators alongside the tech and telecom industries. This is part of our ongoing work to combat scams targeting the Hong Kong public. Sophisticated scams are operating across platforms and jurisdictions. Tackling this requires a united front, combining global initiatives like the Global Signal Exchange with vital local collaboration like this Charter. At Google, we have built our multi-layered defense with: 🔎 Robust Advertiser Verification to identify bad actors at the source. 🤖 AI-Powered Protection with Policy Updates that adapt to new scam techniques. Our work against AI-impersonation scam ads cut user reports by 90% last year. 🛡️ Relentless Enforcement of these policies. In 2024, we blocked over 5.1 billion ads and suspended over 39.2 million advertiser accounts for violations. Keeping our community safe is fundamental to our mission in advancing Hong Kong, together. Learn more at safety.google.com.

The next wave of AI innovation isn't just coming to Hong Kong — it's being built right here. Earlier, we celebrated the first graduates of our Rocketing AI Co-incubation Program, run in partnership with HKSTP - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation. It was a day to celebrate the power of our startup ecosystem, with lots of meaningful exchanges and insights from everyone involved: 🎓 Our graduates showcased solutions that leverage the Google AI ecosystem for healthcare, finance, media, and more. ✨ Our partners offered their expert perspectives, including Jayne Chan of Invest Hong Kong, Derek Chim and Raymond C. of HKSTP - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation. 📈 Crucial advice on scaling AI ventures, with fundraising insights from mentor Hing Cheng of Gobi Partners and founder journeys from alum speakers Queena Qiu and Lok Kan Chan. Now, we're building the next cohort. We're thrilled to welcome Invest Hong Kong as a supporting organization. Applications are now open for startups ready to scale with comprehensive support, from Google Cloud credits and funding to mentorship and more. 🗓️ Application Deadline: July 14, 2025  🔗 Learn More & Apply: https://lnkd.in/gk6varUY Congratulations again to our graduating class, and stay tuned for a deep dive into their story! BLACK BARRELS LIMITED, DAINVI, FinCatch, FundFluent, GOFA AI, Ideal Functions Limited, Kedoom Technologies Co., Ltd

Google's full-stack AI ecosystem in action. Our Cloud Summit this week brought together Hong Kong's businesses, marketers and developers to explore and see AI in action. It was a pleasure to share how we're helping our partners succeed with AI and how we're advancing Hong Kong, together. One example across the industries? 🎥 Filmmaking. We were thrilled to partner with movie icon Louis Koo and his team at One Cool Group as they experiment with Veo and their own AI video generative model. Here's just a glimpse of what's possible.👇 This same power of AI is also redefining how brands connect with customers. At the AI for Marketers track with YouTube Works Award Ceremony, we demonstrated how Google's AI advantage is our brands' and agencies' advantage. Across Search and YouTube, where consumers discover and make decisions, our AI tools are helping businesses connect with their audiences with unprecedented relevance and speed. 📈 The key takeaway is clear: whether you're creating world-class entertainment or building a world-class brand, Google's full-stack AI ecosystem is here to help you succeed. A huge thank you to all our partners who joined us. We're excited to continue partnering with you to build the future of the city's digital landscape. 🙌

#GoogleIO 2025 just unveiled a new wave of AI innovation, moving research to reality faster than ever! 💡 Here are three key highlights that are particularly exciting for our business and tech communities. Swipe through to explore what's new! 👇 Check out all the innovations we shared at I/O: https://goo.gle/4mpHmQz

🚀 We're counting down for #GoogleIO! Tune in to https://io.google/2025/ to watch the live keynotes, announcements, and more from 1:00 AM HKT on May 21. 💻 Earlier, we kicked off this I/O season with The Android Show: I/O Edition. We shared exciting news across the Android ecosystem, from a big refresh in design to enhanced user protection. In case you've missed it: https://goo.gle/3F589AW. This is just a preview of the innovation Google will showcase at I/O. We can't wait to share what else is in store!

We're proud to be part of Klook's journey as they expand their reach across the globe. Supporting the advancement and innovation of our partners with Google's AI and ecosystem is key to our commitment to Hong Kong. Learn more: https://goo.gle/3RwNBE6

Key takeaway from our annual Ads Safety Report: AI is bolstering not only enforcement against bad ads, but also our ability to prevent fraudsters from entering our ecosystem. 🛡️ Google's latest Large Language Models (LLMs), with 50+ enhancements, accelerate complex investigations, enhancing our ability to uncover and prevent networks of bad actors and repeat offenders by identifying signals like potential business impersonation or illegitimate payment details early in the account setup process. In 2024, we suspended over 39.2 million accounts globally, the vast majority of which were suspended before they ever served an ad. ✅ Scroll below for the report highlights and dive deeper here: https://goo.gle/4jCSpnf

We’ve teamed up with multi-hyphenate artist, Nicholas Tse, to curate a Google Maps list of his favorite places to eat in Hong Kong. “Google Maps has been my trusted companion for travel, helping me navigate, customize routes, and discover local food and attractions,” shares Nicholas, also one of the 2 billion Maps’ monthly users. Handpicked by “Chef Nic”, the list showcasing the city’s vibrant culinary scene is available on Maps’ newly-launched Shared List Feature in Hong Kong, marking its 20th anniversary. “I hope to inspire everyone to explore this ‘food paradise’,” Tse encourages all to save his Maps list and check out his very own notes for each spot, “maybe we’ll see each other there!” Nicholas also prepared a warm-up playlist for his fans in the Maps list as he prepares for his first solo concert after a 25-year hiatus! 🎸 Beyond Tse’s recommendations, search “Hong Kong” on Maps for more trusted lists of city explorations from our partners – Hong Kong Tourism Board, MTR Corporation Limited 香港鐵路有限公司, and KKday – who share our vision of boosting tourism and advancing Hong Kong. These lists are integrated into Point of Interest pages, offering helpful advice. Discover expert insights, photos, reviews, and more, all on the map, making trip planning a breeze! Learn more: https://goo.gle/4hFlQDZ #UngatekeepingMaps

Celebrates 20 Years of Maps with Local Guides' Top Picks 🗺️ Two decades ago, Google Maps started helping us explore the world, navigate unfamiliar roads, and discover hidden gems. Our Local Guides ✨ have been instrumental in this journey, sharing their insightful reviews, photos, and knowledge. To celebrate this milestone and the 10th anniversary of Local Guides, we're sharing some of the most-reviewed and photographed spots in Hong Kong 🇭🇰 that sparked conversation and inspired the explorer in all of us. Happy exploring, and don't forget to share your experiences on Maps to help others find their next adventure! #UngatekeepingMaps