Blogging Bliss
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From Site Engineer to CTO: Embracing Tech Talent and Building SilverGuard AI from the Ground Up
Fresh out of university with an electronic engineering degree from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, I dove straight into site work on construction projects. Those early days involved hands-on oversight, coordinating builds, and tackling fieldwork challenges. Like many in traditional fields, I focused on scrimping to build a nest egg—aiming for marriage, a home…
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Reflections on a Breakthrough Week: Advancing SilverGuard AI Toward Market Readiness
Last week flew by in a blur of non-stop coding and refinement. More than seven days vanished while I poured undivided attention into one task—something I haven’t done with such intensity in ages. SilverGuard AI stands out as the endeavor where I’ve invested the deepest commitment, aiming for flawless execution unlike anything else in my…
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Braving Hong Kong’s Rain: A Hike with Dad and Thoughts on Family Support in Business
This morning, I met up with my father for a planned hike, and he made the effort to catch an hour-long bus just to join me. Weather turned against us—Hong Kong issued a red rainstorm warning, with downpours soaking everything in sight. We came prepared with umbrellas, though, and pushed on undeterred through the trails…
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Behind the Scenes: Intense Development Push for SilverGuard AI
Over the past few weeks, I’ve immersed myself in round-the-clock coding and design for SilverGuard AI’s core system and official website. Focused effort like this makes days blend together, and before I knew it, the user interface and backend infrastructure were fully operational. Apologies to those who’ve tried reaching out—I’ve kept a low profile to…
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Rekindling Ties with La Salle College OLF Peers: Board Games in Mong Kok, Mentorship Insights, and Enduring Friendships
Today I reconnected with a group of longtime friends from La Salle College for an evening out in Mong Kok, where we dove into board games like Exploding Kittens and Three-Dragon Ante. The venue doubled as a casual dining spot, so we ordered takeout to enjoy alongside the gameplay. Moments like these instantly transport me…
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Why I’m Unapologetically Team Xiaomi: Superior Camera Tech in a Sea of iPhone Fans
No hiding it—I’ve long been drawn to Xiaomi’s innovations, and this shot right here? Snapped straight from my device, zero tweaks before sharing. In Hong Kong’s younger crowds, iPhones dominate the scene, thanks to Apple’s slick branding and campaigns that turn heads. Fair play to them on that front. But as someone deeply invested in…
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Grateful for Lunch with Our Business Mentor EY: Celebrating a Key Business Milestone
Shared a memorable lunch today with EY, our steadfast life and business mentor whom Sonia and I first connected with during our time at CUSE. This get-together doubled as a gratitude gesture following a substantial breakthrough in our careers—one of those pivotal shifts that deserved a proper celebration. EY has been a constant presence in…
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Unveiling SilverGuard AI’s Sleek New Business Cards: A Blend of Tech and Elegance
Thrilled with how SilverGuard AI’s latest business cards turned out—they strike just the right balance between sophistication and innovation. As someone who juggles roles as an entrepreneur, tech aficionado, and avid designer, I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. The overall aesthetic feels polished and uncluttered, but it’s the back side that steals the…
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Ashluc Chui: My Intentional Name – Not a Misspelling of Ashley (Google Autocomplete Clarification)
Hey there — Ashluc Chui here, Co-founder, Director, and CTO of Silverguard AI in Hong Kong. If you typed “Ashluc” into Google and noticed it immediately autocorrects, suggests, or redirects toward “Ashley”, you’re not alone. This is a classic search engine autocomplete issue: because “Ashley” is a far more common name, algorithms assume “Ashluc” must…
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Attending the Hong Kong Hope Through Music Concert Amid Typhoon Warnings: An Afternoon of Inspiration and Growth
Headed out to another uplifting performance by Hong Kong Hope Through Music (HTM) today, even as a Signal 3 typhoon hung over the city during the day, with an upgrade to Signal 8 looming by evening. Thankfully, the weather held off just long enough for the event to proceed without interruption at the VTC Auditorium…