HKBU Students Embark on Global Innovation Journey at CUPP 2026
Supported and nominated by Career Centre of Office of Student Affairs, four teams and eight talented HKBU students have successfully earned spots in the Cyberport University Partnership Programme (CUPP) 2026. This remarkable achievement highlights HKBU’s dedication to fostering innovation and nurturing entrepreneurial talent in FinTech, digital innovation, and creative industries.
Organised by Cyberport Academy and supported by the Cyberport Creative Micro Fund, CUPP provides holistic training and mentorship in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Data Science. Selected students will participate in a global entrepreneurship boot camp at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), further strengthening their skills and international outlook.
| Team | Student Name | Year of Study | Major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple T | AHMED Ahtasham | 4 | Bachelor of Arts, Science and Technology (Hons) in Individualised Major [FinTech and Digital Innovation] |
| CHEN Boyu | 4 | Bachelor of Arts, Science and Technology (Hons) in Individualised Major [FinTech and Digital Innovation] | |
| LEUNG Man To Thomas | 2 | Bachelor of Arts, Science and Technology (Hons) in Individualised Major | |
| BridgeChain | ADIKHAN Bibinur | 2 | Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science |
| BHATT Shiva Raj | 1 | Master of Science in Finance (FinTech and Financial Analytics) | |
| KUMAR Bhawish | 3 | Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science | |
| Vanber | AMIR Ahmad | 4 | Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science - Information Systems and Analytics Concentration |
| HKJetso | LI Yuen Chi | 4 | Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Creative and Professional Writing |
The CUPP Programme not only provides essential entrepreneurship training but also offers opportunities for students to pitch their ideas at Demo Day, where outstanding teams can secure HK$100,000 seed funding to develop their prototypes.
HKBU extends its heartfelt congratulations to all the participating students. Their dedication, creativity, and global ambition continue to exemplify the University’s commitment to cultivating future leaders in innovation and entrepreneurship.