{"id":38004,"date":"2025-11-06T15:44:45","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T08:44:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=38004"},"modified":"2025-11-06T15:44:45","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T08:44:45","slug":"iot-data-hackathon-3rd-edition-returns-to-spark-new-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=38004","title":{"rendered":"IOT Data Hackathon 3rd Edition Returns to Spark New Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">HONG KONG<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Nov. 6, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; Fueled by the triumph of its previous two editions, the\u00a0<b>IOT Data Hackathon 2026<\/b>\u00a0is now open, inviting tertiary students and business professionals to address real-world challenges centred\u00a0around two critical and timely themes: &#8220;<b>Technology &amp; Business Innovation<\/b>&#8221; and <b>&#8220;Social Impact &amp; Sustainability<\/b>&#8220;.<\/p>\n<p>Organised by\u00a0GS1 <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> in collaboration with Cyberport and HKSTP, the <b>IOT Data Hackathon 2026<\/b> will take place on <span class=\"xn-chron\">28-29 March 2026<\/span>, with a series of pre-hackathon activities to be launched from January to <span class=\"xn-chron\">March 2026<\/span>. Amid the rapid advancement of\u00a0IOT technology, mastery of data has become more essential than ever. Th<span>i<\/span>s Hackathon challenges participants to leverage\u00a0IOT data and alternative data sources to develop transformative solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Now in its third year, the Hackathon builds on the momentum of the last edition that attracted 90+ participating teams, and supported by 12 judges and 24 mentors, delivering innovative solutions for 6 challenge statements across food &amp; beverages, healthcare, property, retail, and transport &amp; logistics sectors.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are incredibly excited to launch our third IOT Data Hackathon,&#8221; said Mr. <span class=\"xn-person\">Louis Mah<\/span>, the Hackathon Organising Committee Chairman, and Director, Group Information Technology at Maxim&#8217;s Caterers Limited. &#8220;The convergence of\u00a0IoT and data analytics is one of the most powerful forces shaping our future. This year&#8217;s themes challenge participants to think holistically\u2014to build solutions that are not only technologically advanced and commercially viable but also responsible and sustainable. We believe this event will be a catalyst for innovations that can redefine industries and improve lives.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The IOT Data Hackathon provides an excellent opportunity for young innovators, problem-solvers, and data enthusiasts to leverage the power of data and co-create solutions that advance our society. Participants will gain access to exclusive datasets, cutting-edge technologies, and receive mentorship from industry experts. A series of technical workshops and business-oriented classes will also be held to equip teams with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed.<\/p>\n<p>The Hackathon features two distinct participation streams:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Student Stream:<\/b> Students from <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> tertiary institutions (campus inside and\/or outside <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>)<\/li>\n<li><b>Professional Stream:<\/b> Startups, entrepreneurs or business professionals in <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Why Participate?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Learn:<\/b> Learn data analytics, problem-solving and pitching skills, emerging trends, and technologies through workshops and sessions led by industry experts.<\/li>\n<li><b>Enhance Experience:<\/b> Gain practical experience by working on real-world problems, harness mentorship and valuable feedback from industry and technology experts.<\/li>\n<li><b>Get Connected:<\/b> Network and meet industry thought leaders &amp; tech experts to expand network.<\/li>\n<li><b>Gain Exposure &amp; Win Recognition<\/b><b>: <\/b>Showcase expertise, build professional profile, and compete for awards in front of a panel of judges from leading companies.<\/li>\n<li><b>Foster Career Development<\/b><b>: <\/b>Get fast track to incubation\/internship programs, explore opportunities for future career advancement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Key Dates:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Application Deadline:<\/b><span class=\"xn-chron\">20 December 2025<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Kick-off Briefing Session:<\/b><span class=\"xn-chron\">January 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Hack Day:<\/b><span class=\"xn-chron\">28 March 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Pitch Day:<\/b><span class=\"xn-chron\">29 March 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to Register<\/b><b>\uff1f<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Registration for the Hackathon is now open till <b><span class=\"xn-chron\">20 December 2025<\/span><\/b>, interested individuals can sign up at<a href=\"http:\/\/www.gs1hk.org\/iotdatahackathon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> www.gs1hk.org\/iotdatahackathon<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We believe that the future of smart business and sustainable living rests on collaborative innovation. Join us in developing transformative solutions powered by IOT data to create a lasting impact on society.<\/p>\n<p>For detailed information about the IOT Data Hackathon 2026, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gs1hk.org\/iotdatahackathon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.gs1hk.org\/iotdatahackathon<\/a>.\u00a0For inquiries, please contact at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:iot@gs1hk.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">iot@gs1hk.org<\/a> \/ (852) 2861 2819.<\/p>\n<p><i>PR Newswire is the <\/i><i>Official Press Release Distribution Partner<\/i><i>\u00a0of the IOT Data Hackathon 2026.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>About GS1 <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Founded by the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce in 1989, GS1 <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> (GS1 HK) is the local chapter of GS1\u00ae, a not-for-profit, global organisation that brings industry stakeholders together to develop standards-based solutions to address the challenges of data exchange. Headquartered in <span class=\"xn-location\">Brussels, Belgium<\/span>, GS1\u00ae has 115+ national chapters serving 150 economies globally.<\/p>\n<p>GS1 HK aims to empower industry&#8217;s digital transformation by enabling businesses to improve efficiency, safety, authenticity and sustainability through platforms, solutions and services based on our global standards. GS1 HK is dedicated to building a collaborative IoT ecosystem in <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> to promote the development of ICT, serving as a bridge between ICT solution providers, users, government and other stakeholders, realising the community&#8217;s vision to become a smart city.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>GS1 HK currently supports over 8,000 corporate members from various sectors including retail &amp; consumer packaged goods, healthcare, food &amp; beverage and food services, apparel &amp; footwear, transport &amp; logistics, among others.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gs1hk.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.gs1hk.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Media Inquiries:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Ms. <span class=\"xn-person\">Mignone Cheng<\/span><br \/>Chief Marketing Officer<br \/>GS1 <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span><br \/>Email: <a href=\"mailto:mignonecheng@gs1hk.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">mignonecheng@gs1hk.org<\/a><br \/>Tel: +852 2863 9762<\/p>\n<p>For high-resolution photo, please download via this <a href=\"https:\/\/gs1hkorg-my.sharepoint.com\/:f:\/g\/personal\/selenaauyeung_gs1hk_org\/Ell02XbpDZ1Mt9965Fjh6FUBCZGHyuke0pq1dHrRRmIe8w?e=eGWAg2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2815537\/IOT_Data_Hackathon_2026_Call_For_Entry.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2815537\/IOT_Data_Hackathon_2026_Call_For_Entry.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"IOT Data Hackathon 2026 Call For Entry!\" alt=\"IOT Data Hackathon 2026 Call For Entry!\" \/><\/a><br \/><span>IOT Data Hackathon 2026 Call For Entry!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">  <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">HONG KONG<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Nov. 6, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; Fueled by the triumph of its previous two editions, the\u00a0<b>IOT Data Hackathon 2026<\/b>\u00a0is now open, inviting tertiary students and business professionals to address real-world challenges centred\u00a0around two critical and timely themes: &#8220;<b>Technology &amp; Business Innovation<\/b>&#8221; and <b>&#8220;Social Impact &amp; Sustainability<\/b>&#8220;.<\/p>\n<p>Organised by\u00a0GS1 <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> in collaboration with Cyberport and HKSTP, the <b>IOT Data Hackathon 2026<\/b> will take place on <span class=\"xn-chron\">28-29 March 2026<\/span>, with a series of pre-hackathon activities to be launched from January to <span class=\"xn-chron\">March 2026<\/span>. Amid the rapid advancement of\u00a0IOT technology, mastery of data has become more essential than ever. Th<span>i<\/span>s Hackathon challenges participants to leverage\u00a0IOT data and alternative data sources to develop transformative solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Now in its third year, the Hackathon builds on the momentum of the last edition that attracted 90+ participating teams, and supported by 12 judges and 24 mentors, delivering innovative solutions for 6 challenge statements across food &amp; beverages, healthcare, property, retail, and transport &amp; logistics sectors.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are incredibly excited to launch our third IOT Data Hackathon,&#8221; said Mr. <span class=\"xn-person\">Louis Mah<\/span>, the Hackathon Organising Committee Chairman, and Director, Group Information Technology at Maxim&#8217;s Caterers Limited. &#8220;The convergence of\u00a0IoT and data analytics is one of the most powerful forces shaping our future. This year&#8217;s themes challenge participants to think holistically\u2014to build solutions that are not only technologically advanced and commercially viable but also responsible and sustainable. We believe this event will be a catalyst for innovations that can redefine industries and improve lives.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The IOT Data Hackathon provides an excellent opportunity for young innovators, problem-solvers, and data enthusiasts to leverage the power of data and co-create solutions that advance our society. Participants will gain access to exclusive datasets, cutting-edge technologies, and receive mentorship from industry experts. A series of technical workshops and business-oriented classes will also be held to equip teams with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed.<\/p>\n<p>The Hackathon features two distinct participation streams:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Student Stream:<\/b> Students from <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> tertiary institutions (campus inside and\/or outside <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>)<\/li>\n<li><b>Professional Stream:<\/b> Startups, entrepreneurs or business professionals in <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Why Participate?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Learn:<\/b> Learn data analytics, problem-solving and pitching skills, emerging trends, and technologies through workshops and sessions led by industry experts.<\/li>\n<li><b>Enhance Experience:<\/b> Gain practical experience by working on real-world problems, harness mentorship and valuable feedback from industry and technology experts.<\/li>\n<li><b>Get Connected:<\/b> Network and meet industry thought leaders &amp; tech experts to expand network.<\/li>\n<li><b>Gain Exposure &amp; Win Recognition<\/b><b>: <\/b>Showcase expertise, build professional profile, and compete for awards in front of a panel of judges from leading companies.<\/li>\n<li><b>Foster Career Development<\/b><b>: <\/b>Get fast track to incubation\/internship programs, explore opportunities for future career advancement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Key Dates:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Application Deadline:<\/b><span class=\"xn-chron\">20 December 2025<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Kick-off Briefing Session:<\/b><span class=\"xn-chron\">January 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Hack Day:<\/b><span class=\"xn-chron\">28 March 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Pitch Day:<\/b><span class=\"xn-chron\">29 March 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to Register<\/b><b>\uff1f<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Registration for the Hackathon is now open till <b><span class=\"xn-chron\">20 December 2025<\/span><\/b>, interested individuals can sign up at<a href=\"http:\/\/www.gs1hk.org\/iotdatahackathon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> www.gs1hk.org\/iotdatahackathon<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We believe that the future of smart business and sustainable living rests on collaborative innovation. Join us in developing transformative solutions powered by IOT data to create a lasting impact on society.<\/p>\n<p>For detailed information about the IOT Data Hackathon 2026, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gs1hk.org\/iotdatahackathon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.gs1hk.org\/iotdatahackathon<\/a>.\u00a0For inquiries, please contact at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:iot@gs1hk.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">iot@gs1hk.org<\/a> \/ (852) 2861 2819.<\/p>\n<p><i>PR Newswire is the <\/i><i>Official Press Release Distribution Partner<\/i><i>\u00a0of the IOT Data Hackathon 2026.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>About GS1 <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Founded by the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce in 1989, GS1 <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> (GS1 HK) is the local chapter of GS1\u00ae, a not-for-profit, global organisation that brings industry stakeholders together to develop standards-based solutions to address the challenges of data exchange. Headquartered in <span class=\"xn-location\">Brussels, Belgium<\/span>, GS1\u00ae has 115+ national chapters serving 150 economies globally.<\/p>\n<p>GS1 HK aims to empower industry&#8217;s digital transformation by enabling businesses to improve efficiency, safety, authenticity and sustainability through platforms, solutions and services based on our global standards. GS1 HK is dedicated to building a collaborative IoT ecosystem in <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> to promote the development of ICT, serving as a bridge between ICT solution providers, users, government and other stakeholders, realising the community&#8217;s vision to become a smart city.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>GS1 HK currently supports over 8,000 corporate members from various sectors including retail &amp; consumer packaged goods, healthcare, food &amp; beverage and food services, apparel &amp; footwear, transport &amp; logistics, among others.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gs1hk.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.gs1hk.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Media Inquiries:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Ms. <span class=\"xn-person\">Mignone Cheng<\/span><br \/>Chief Marketing Officer<br \/>GS1 <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span><br \/>Email: <a href=\"mailto:mignonecheng@gs1hk.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">mignonecheng@gs1hk.org<\/a><br \/>Tel: +852 2863 9762<\/p>\n<p>For high-resolution photo, please download via this <a href=\"https:\/\/gs1hkorg-my.sharepoint.com\/:f:\/g\/personal\/selenaauyeung_gs1hk_org\/Ell02XbpDZ1Mt9965Fjh6FUBCZGHyuke0pq1dHrRRmIe8w?e=eGWAg2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2815537\/IOT_Data_Hackathon_2026_Call_For_Entry.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2815537\/IOT_Data_Hackathon_2026_Call_For_Entry.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"IOT Data Hackathon 2026 Call For Entry!\" alt=\"IOT Data Hackathon 2026 Call For Entry!\" \/><\/a><br \/><span>IOT Data Hackathon 2026 Call For Entry!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">  <\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:html --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"initial","rop_publish_now_accounts":[],"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","footnotes":""},"categories":[5,7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-38004","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cision-pr-newswire","category-cision-pr-newswire-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38004","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=38004"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38004\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=38004"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=38004"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=38004"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}