Web3 Proof of Concept Subsidy Program
Application period:
1st of Nov 2023 to 12th of Jan 2024
The Web3 Hub@Cyberport launches the Web3 Proof-of-Concept Subsidy Scheme (the “Web3 PoC Scheme”) aiming to Support Web3 Industry development by providing development stage funding support to encourage technology firms to implement Web3 Proof-of-Concepts (PoC) of innovative and high-impact solutions and eventually accelerate commercial adoption of Web3 in Hong Kong.
The Scheme provides early-stage funding support for the pre-commercialisation of leading-edge Web3 technologies that help to improve the Web3 technologies eco-system growth and commercial adoption in Hong Kong.
How does the Web3 PoC work?
Eligibility:
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Applicant must be a company registered in Hong Kong and conduct substantive Web3/Web2 technology innovation activities.
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Applicant is required to partner with a qualified sponsor to team up and develop the proposed Web3 PoC project through a co-creation collaboration model.
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The Web3 PoC project must be an original and innovative Web3 project with a strong commercial potential for different industries in Hong Kong.
Mission:
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Accelerate the implementation of innovative Web3 service/product that has a high impact and high potential for commercial adoption.
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Encourage Web3/Web2 technology firms to partner and co-create with established industry players (sponsors) to implement high-value and innovative Web3 service products.
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Accelerate the growth of Web3 technology communities and Web3 adoption in Hong Kong
Funding:
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The approved Web3 PoC project is 100% subsidised by the Web3 PoC Scheme with funding up to HK$150,000.
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Eligible applicants and Web3 PoC projects will be reviewed and approved by the HKCMCL before the funding is granted
Application:
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Applicants can apply for a maximum of three Web3 PoC projects.
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Application Period: From 1st of November 2023 to 12th of January 2024
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Applicant Registration Deadline: 5th of January 2024
Overview
Please refer to Guides and Notes for more details
Registration and Online Application Submission
Proposal Assessment
Result Announcement and Funding Agreement Signing
First Instalment Payment
Project Implementation and report submission
Second Instalment Payment