LEAP EAST: Hong Kong Tech Event

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when08-10 December 2027

whereHong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center

Organized by the Visionaries Behind LEAP

Brought to you by the team behind LEAP, the world’s fastest-growing technology platform, LEAP East returns to Hong Kong to connect global tech ecosystems with cross-border capital.

Situated in one of the world's primary financial centers, LEAP East offers an unmatched vantage point into the future of technology and trade. Backed by key government authorities and institutional partners, LEAP East provides a high-octane launchpad for global leaders, enterprises, and scaleups looking to drive innovation and expand across Asia, the Middle East, and worldwide.

WHERE THE GLOBAL TECH ECOSYSTEM CONVERGES

LEAP East 2027 brings 25,000+ tech leaders, sovereign investors, government ministers and fast-growing founders to Hong Kong, at the crossroads of the Greater Bay Area, the Chinese Mainland and the Middle East.

Big Tech & Hyperscalers

Launch new products and win the enterprise contracts that anchor your growth across Asia and the Gulf.

Governments & Regulators

Set the terms on cross-border data and trade, open bilateral innovation corridors, and find partners for your digital economy plans.

Sovereign Funds, VCs & Investors

Source global deal flow. Back deep tech and IP-rich ventures, join cross-border syndicates, and reach M&A opportunities early.

Founders & Scaleups

Raise international growth capital, pitch sovereign and institutional funds, and win your first customers in new markets.

Research Institutes & Deep Tech Labs

Commercialise breakthrough IP and build joint ventures with industry. Recruit technical talent from around the world.

Enterprise Buyers

Source enterprise AI, urban infrastructure, Web3 settlement, cybersecurity and clean energy direct from the teams building it.

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In Attendance

25,000+

Speakers

350+

Exhibitors

450+

Investors

600+

Startups

250+

Countries

50+

what you’ll Learn at LEAP East

350+ expert speakers and 450+ exhibitors will cover content themes and topics including:

Applied AI & Enterprise Transformation
Life Sciences, HealthTech & Biotech Innovation
Fintech, Web3 & Cross-Border WealthTech
Low-Altitude Economy, Aerospace & Advanced Mobility
Smart Cities, Resilient Urban Infrastructure & GovTech
GreenTech, Clean Energy & Decarbonisation
Quantum Computing, Deep Tech & Microelectronics
Smart Supply Chain, Digital Ports & Logistics
Venture Capital, Sovereign Funds & Startup Scaling

Cybersecurity, Data Privacy & Trust Tech
Creative Economy, Gaming & Digital Media
Global Talent, Capacity Building & Workforce 4.0
AI Implementation & Case Studies
Ethics and Policy
Startups & Ecosystem
Venture Capital & Investments
Partnerships & Collaborations
Capacity Building & Workforce

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Testimonials

Allan Zeman

Chairman
- Lan Kwai Fong Holdings Ltd

"Having LEAP come to Hong Kong is a significant milestone, as it highlights our city's role as a hub for transformative ideas and collaborations in the Asia-Pacific region. I look forward to contributing to discussions that will shape our future."

Ben Goodman

President JAPAC
- Adobe

"LEAP’s expansion to Hong Kong reflects the city’s growing importance as a global technology and innovation hub. The expansion creates new opportunities for collaboration between leading tech markets and reinforces Hong Kong’s role in shaping the future of emerging technologies such as AI across Asia and global markets."

Ivana Bartoletti

Vice-President, Global Chief Privacy and AI Governance Officer  
- Wipro

"LEAP's expansion to Hong Kong is a great next step, reflecting the growing importance of pairing technological opportunity with governance and trust as AI becomes central to future economic growth."

Hans Dekkers

General Manager, Asia Pacific & China 
- IBM

"It’s great to see LEAP’s expansion into Asia Pacific, one of the fastest and most dynamic hubs for technology-led growth. I look forward to driving conversations and collaborations that will unlock immense opportunities and empower the global aspirations of enterprises in the region."

Jeanne Lim

Founder and CEO  
- beingAI

"This is a valuable opportunity for Hong Kong’s innovators and business leaders to engage with global thought leaders and shape the future of technology and business. I look forward to exchanging insights with fellow speakers and participants on what lies ahead."

Prof. Sun Dong

Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry  
- Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

“We warmly welcome the first ever LEAP East to be staged in Hong Kong - the best springboard for overseas enterprises to take a leap forward bringing their products and services to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, other areas of the Chinese Mainland and the wider Asian markets.”

Esther Wong

Founder and CEO 
- 3C AGI Partners

"LEAP East is a groundbreaking move in connecting the world’s AI leaders with Asia’s boundless potential."

Tim Ying

CEO 
- Octopus Holdings Limited

"LEAP East comes to Hong Kong at exactly at the right moment, as the city accelerates its journey towards a smarter, more connected digital economy."

Harry Man

Founding Partner 
- MPC

"LEAP has consistently been one of the most exciting conferences in the MENA region. I'm thrilled to see its expansion to Hong Kong and can't wait to help bring that same energy to our region!"

LEAP EAST: Hong Kong Tech Event