"We are honored to celebrate this momentous occasion with PolyU’s Department of Computing," said Ms. Deng Siyu, VP and CTO of Microware Group, Founder and CEO of Micromeet. "Our journey with PolyU exemplifies the transformative power of collaboration between academia and industry. By combining our expertise, we have developed advanced language technologies that enable seamless multilingual communication, setting a new standard for innovation in Hong Kong’s AI ecosystem."

Microware Group’s partnership with PolyU is underpinned by the visionary leadership of Professor Li Qing, Head of the Department of Computing, whose support has fostered a dynamic environment for industry-academic cooperation. Special acknowledgments were also given to Dr. Wu Jibin, whose team is spearheading research on multilingual ASR, and Dr. Li Jing, who leads efforts in simultaneous translation. Their expertise and commitment have been pivotal in advancing these technologies to real-world applications.

Advancing Hong Kong’s AI Ecosystem

Through its subsidiary, Micromeet, Microware Group remains dedicated to developing scalable, ethical AI solutions tailored to Hong Kong’s unique linguistic and cultural landscape. This collaboration with PolyU’s Department of Computing reinforces Microware Group’s mission to bring AI innovations into practical use across sectors, from supporting multilingual communication in government and healthcare to enhancing user experiences in finance and construction.

"As a Platinum Sponsor and academic partner, Microware Group is committed to fostering an ecosystem where academia and industry mutually benefit, amplifying each other’s strengths," said Ms. Deng. "Our collaboration with PolyU is a prime example of how industry-academic partnerships can lead to meaningful advancements that benefit society as a whole."

Looking to the Future

The 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner brought together distinguished guests, esteemed faculty, and cherished alumni to commemorate the Department of Computing’s remarkable legacy and look forward to the future. Microware Group stands alongside PolyU’s Department of Computing, fully committed to supporting its mission of cultivating future leaders, problem-solvers, and innovators who will shape Hong Kong’s technological landscape for decades to come.

Microware Group looks forward to deepening its collaboration with PolyU and advancing Hong Kong’s AI capabilities to benefit society at large.