EXPLORE SHENZHEN and HONGKONG
CHINA SPEED OF INNOVATION - 2026 EDITION
BRIDGING THE WORLDS of INNOVATION
>>> MAR 23–27 | 2026
THE SHENZHEN/
HONGKONG
NEXUS
Shenzhen, the world's most advanced hardware and manufacturing ecosystem, meets Hong Kong, a global finance and startup capital. Together, they form a borderless tech and business experiment, where capital meets invention, and the next industrial revolution unfolds in real time.
For the first time in 2026, the program places Shenzhen center stage, with four immersive days exploring its groundbreaking innovation in automotive, robotics, autonomous devices, and AI. The itinerary includes one focused day in Hong Kong, engaging with its vital role in global finance, trade, and regulation. This fully customized 5-day journey features 4 to 5 curated daily meetings connecting you with visionary innovators, advanced manufacturers, and founders shaping tomorrow’s industries.
A SPECIAL TREAT: CO-HOST JAN SMEJKAL
Jan Smejkal, aka YourChinaGuy, is a seasoned operator in the Chinese market. He has worked with companies like UBS, BCG, Volkswagen Group and Forbes, as well as people like Peter Diamandis on numerous China tech tours.
Few places on Earth embody hyper-speed innovation like Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
WHAT YOU WILL
EXPERIENCE
SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS
4 Days in Shenzhen
Known as the "Silicon Valley of Hardware," Shenzhen is a global powerhouse in robotics, AI, and industrial automation.
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Behind-the-scenes access to Huawei, DJI, and Tencent’s R&D labs to see the future of deep tech.
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Walking through Huaqiangbei, the world’s most advanced electronics market.
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Meetings with hardware founders and AI researchers redefining the limits of robotics and automation.
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Exploring China’s push toward AI-driven governance and smart infrastructure.
1 Day in Hongkong
The gateway between global finance and China’s innovation boom, Hongkong offers a unique mix of fintech leadership, AI-driven businesses, and frontier capital markets.
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Inside Hongkong’s Fintech and AI scene—meeting founders shaping the future of finance.
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Meetings at Cyberport and HKUST (Hongkong University of Science and Technology), where AI, blockchain, and smart city innovations take shape.
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Meetings with venture capitalists and family offices to understand capital flows in Asia.
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Exploring Hongkong’s Web3 regulatory framework—how Asia is shaping the future of crypto and decentralized finance.
5 DAYS HONGKONG/SHENZHEN with CONFERENCE on WHEELS
>>> MAR 23–27 | 2026
A FULLY CUSTOMIZED EXPERIENCE | 8 PARTICIPANTS ADMITTED | 3-4 SESSIONS per DAY | EUR/USD 11.500
Transport & Curation is covered; Visas, travel to Hongkong/Accommodation & Meals are excluded from the fee.
Organizer: IACy International FZCO | Payment 50% due upon booking, 50% due until 10 days prior to the tour. Cards accepted (+4% credit card fee).
FACTBOX HONGKONG S.A.R. | SHENZHEN CHINA
ENTREPRENEURIAL LANDSCAPE
Innovation Focus
1) Fintech & Decentralized Finance (Hongkong is pioneering regulatory frameworks for crypto, blockchain, and AI-powered banking).
2) AI & Robotics (Shenzhen is home to some of the world’s most advanced AI companies, focusing on automation, deep learning, and smart cities).
3) Manufacturing & Deep Tech (Shenzhen remains the world’s fastest-moving hub for hardware, IoT, and industrial R&D).
Political & Economic Outlook:
Hongkong
The Financial Nerve Center: A key player in global capital markets, fintech regulations, and corporate innovation.
Shenzhen The Hardware & AI Lab of the World: The city where products go from concept to reality faster than anywhere else.
Strategic Business Hub With low taxes, pro-business policies, and access to both Western and Chinese markets, Hong Kong-Shenzhen remains one of the most attractive bases for global entrepreneurs.
LIVING QUALITY
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Language:
In Hong Kong, English is widely spoken in business; in Shenzhen, Mandarin dominates, but tech hubs are highly international. ​
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Work-Life Balance:
Hong Kong offers an ultra-connected, fast-paced lifestyle, while Shenzhen thrives on its maker and tech-driven culture.
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Visa & Residency:
Hong Kong’s entrepreneur visas and Shenzhen’s innovation grants make it easier for foreign founders to build and expand in China.
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