TNGlobal announces the acquisition of Jumpstart Media, connecting the innovation ecosystems of Hong Kong and Asia.

TNGlobal announces the acquisition of Jumpstart Media, connecting the innovation ecosystems of Hong Kong and Asia

TNGlobal (formerly TechNode Global, official website: https://technode.global, hereinafter referred to as "TNGlobal"), a leading technology and startup media platform in Asia, announced today that it has officially completed the acquisition of Jumpstart Media, the publisher of Jumpstart Magazine, a well-known startup and innovation media platform based in Hong Kong.

This acquisition marks a key leap in TNGlobal's journey to build the most connected innovation media platform across Asia. By combining Jumpstart's deep rooted presence in Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem with TNGlobal and TechNode's extensive network covering the Greater China region, Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea and global innovation hubs, the two parties will further amplify the global influence of Asian startup and innovation stories, and create more possibilities for tech innovation enterprises to connect with Asian and global markets and expand cross-border development opportunities.

This partnership brings together two credible media brands with shared missions, dedicated to serving entrepreneurs, investors, enterprises, policymakers and leaders in the innovation sector. The two sides will jointly promote cross-border collaboration, enhance the global influence of Asian startup stories, and create more opportunities for enterprises to develop and expand across Asia and around the world.

Deepening long-term commitment to Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem

For more than a decade, Jumpstart Media has been one of the most influential voices in Hong Kong's startup, venture capital and innovation sectors. Through its professional content, events, awards and community building initiatives, Jumpstart has built a deep and trusted network of relationships in Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem, covering key stakeholders including entrepreneurs, investors, universities, enterprises, incubators, accelerators and government agencies.

Jumpstart will continue to operate independently with its existing brand and media positioning, while leveraging the regional and global networks of TNGlobal and TechNode to further expand its influence and expand its scope of capabilities. Going forward, the company will work more closely with local innovation ecosystem partners in Hong Kong to jointly support Hong Kong's development as one of the world's leading innovation and technology hubs.

By combining Jumpstart's resource advantages from deep cultivation in Hong Kong's local market, TNGlobal's regional influence and TechNode's rich global tech innovation resources, the new platform will provide Hong Kong's startups, growing enterprises, investors and innovators with broader access to international markets, capital, partners, clients and talent connections.

Connecting the innovation ecosystems of Hong Kong, Asia and the world

This acquisition will build a more influential bridge between Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem and the broader Asian and global technology landscape. Moving forward, TNGlobal, TechNode and Jumpstart will jointly:

🟧 Disseminate the stories of Hong Kong's startups and its innovation ecosystem to the Greater China region, Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, Europe, North America and more markets across the globe.

🟧 Provide more in-depth and comprehensive industry coverage and trend analysis focusing on emerging Asian technologies, venture capital and startup ecosystems.

🟧 Connect startups with investment institutions, corporate partners, accelerators, government innovation projects and international innovation initiatives to facilitate more cross-border collaboration.

🟧 Promote exchanges and collaboration between cross-regional entrepreneurs through media content, events, research, community engagement and strategic partnerships.

Dr. Lu Gang, Founder and CEO of TechNode Group, said: "Hong Kong has long been one of the most important international financial centers and innovation hubs in Asia. Jumpstart has been serving Hong Kong's startup community for over a decade and has earned widespread recognition. Our vision is not only to expand our business footprint in Hong Kong, but also to make long-term investments to support the development of Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem. Jumpstart will maintain close ties with entrepreneurs, investors, universities, enterprises and government partners, while making full use of TNGlobal and TechNode's broader global resource network, especially in the fields of artificial intelligence and hard technology, to bring richer industrial resources to Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem. In the future, we will jointly build a stronger bridge connecting Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem, the Greater China region, Asia and the global tech community."

James Kwan, Executive Chairman of Jumpstart Media, said: "Since its establishment, Jumpstart has been committed to promoting the development of Hong Kong's startups and innovation, and actively facilitating exchanges and connections across Asia. Joining TNGlobal marks a brand new chapter in Jumpstart's development. We will continue to serve the local innovation community with the same level of commitment and independence, while creating more opportunities for our readers, partners and ecosystem participants through TNGlobal and TechNode's regional influence and global resources. By combining the strengths of both sides, we are building a platform that helps Hong Kong innovators connect more deeply with markets across Asia and even the world."

About TNGlobal

TNGlobal (formerly TechNode Global) is one of Asia's leading technology and startup media platforms, focusing on reporting development trends of Asia's innovation economy. As a platform under TechNode Group, TNGlobal connects entrepreneurs, investors, enterprises and policymakers in the innovation ecosystems of Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea and the rest of the world through news coverage, industry insights, research reports, events and community programs.

For more information, please visit: https://technode.global/

About Jumpstart Media

Founded in Hong Kong in 2014, Jumpstart Media is the publisher of Jumpstart Magazine. As one of the longest-running media outlets in Hong Kong, Jumpstart Magazine focuses on startups, innovation and business leadership. Through professional content, events, awards and community building, Jumpstart has become a critical platform supporting the development of entrepreneurs and innovation ecosystems in Hong Kong and across Asia.

For more information, please visit: https://www.jumpstartmag.com/

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