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A Milestone for SilverGuard AI: Securing a Global Banking Partnership
This week marked a significant step forward in expanding SilverGuard AI’s international presence. We successfully opened a commercial account with a globally recognized bank—a process far from straightforward due to rigorous scrutiny and compliance checks. The approval not only validates our business model but also signals confidence from a major financial institution, making this a…
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Reconnecting Over Dinner: Bonds, Memories, and New Beginnings with Engineering Friends
Tonight, I joined old university friends from my electronics engineering days, along with our final-year project advisor, Professor Michael, for a warm and lively dinner at a charming Korean restaurant in Mongkok. It had been a while since we last gathered—over a year, in fact. One friend recently became a father, and balancing new parenthood…
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A Night of Immersive Fun: Reuniting with the “I’m Yours” Crew for Scripted Murder Mystery
Tonight, I joined my longtime friends from the “I’m Yours” group for an unforgettable six-hour scripted murder mystery game infused with theatrical flair. The name “I’m Yours” traces back to 2012, when we formed a tight-knit team to organize an inter-school camp under the Our Lady of Fatima (OLF) society, a branch of La Salle…
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Four Years Since Diving into CUHK’s Entrepreneurship Scene: Lessons That Stick and Paths Rediscovered
Can’t believe it’s already been four years since our first foray into the Chinese University of Hong Kong’s entrepreneur day—time slips by in a flash, turning initial stumbles into solid strides. Back then, we wandered through sessions wide-eyed, soaking up talks from veterans without grasping much at all; the business landscape felt utterly foreign, like…
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Reflecting on Winning CUHK’s CUSE Merit Award: Launching an Unexpected Startup Journey Four Years Later
Hard to wrap my head around how swiftly time passes—it’s already been four years since Sonia and I claimed the Merit prize from the Chinese University of Hong Kong’s Social Enterprise Fund (CUSE). Back then, we lacked any real grasp on commerce basics, yet that initiative unlocked our entry into the startup realm. Beyond the…
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Gearing Up for Tech Exhibition Spotlight: Showcasing SilverGuard AI’s Potential
SilverGuard AI heads into an exciting chapter with our upcoming slot at a major technology showcase in Hong Kong. After registering, organizers requested a preview of our platform’s capabilities, leading to today’s virtual demonstration. Team spirit runs high as we prepare—let’s channel that energy into a strong performance. Events like this offer prime chances to…
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Launching Forward: SilverGuard AI’s Milestone at HKSTP Ideation Programme Orientation
Attending the kickoff session for HKSTP’s Ideation Programme felt like crossing a pivotal threshold. Sonia and I represented SilverGuard AI at this orientation in Kowloon Tong’s InnoCentre, turning what could have been a routine info dump into a profound marker of progress. For us, bootstrapping our way through early entrepreneurship, this event signaled a shift…
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Capturing a Moment of Triumph: How My Engineering Struggles Forged Lasting Drive in Tech Ventures
Every glance at this snapshot stirs deep emotion—it’s the one I snapped right after a breakthrough that had me in tears of relief. The image stands as a testament to raw determination, reminding me how far grit can carry you when odds stack against success. Let’s face it: academics never came easy. Grades hovered in…
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Revolutionizing Senior Safety: Introducing SilverGuard AI, the Proactive Guardian for Eldercare Facilities
In the realm of healthcare technology, few challenges demand as much urgency as protecting vulnerable seniors from falls and health emergencies. As populations age—particularly in regions like Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area—care providers grapple with staffing constraints, rising costs, and the constant risk of undetected incidents. Enter SilverGuard AI, a cutting-edge B2B platform…
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Grateful for Aki: My Loyal Shiba Inu Companion Through Startup Highs and Lows
These past few years diving deep into remote setups for my ventures, one constant has brightened the routine: my Shiba Inu girl Aki, whose name draws from the Japanese term for autumn—perfect timing since I adopted her during that season, with her rich brown coat mirroring crisp leaves. She’s turned into a subtle yet powerful…