Emerge 2019 was a great success; Emerge 2020, here we come.

Like the name says, Emerge is about emerging trends that are shaping tech.

We empower entrepreneurs, professionals, and key decision-makers to better understand the forces shaping China tech through expert analysis and insight. Our online content already makes us a leader in this space—and Emerge is when we bring it offline.

Through deep and meaningful conversations with experts and experienced professionals, Emerge delivers unbiased and clear-eyed information, insight, and analysis. Don’t miss your chance to speak with the top minds uncovering China tech.

This year’s Emerge will be held in conjunction with the Pujiang Innovation Forum–Inno Match Global Technology Transfer Fair on Oct. 29, 2020, at the Shanghai Exhibition Center. Seating is limited due to capacity, so sign up now for this limited time offer!

Note: Please note that this event is conducted only in English；simultaneous interpretation service will be provided on-site. 

此活动为全英文论坛; 现场将提供同传服务。

Agenda

9:30 - 9:45  | Opening by Dr. Gang Lu

9:45 - 10:30  | Keynote panel: Is the world still open to China tech?

Last year on the Emerge stage, we talked about global expansion as the key to growth for China’s tech majors, hosting panels on opportunities in Southeast Asia and India. Today, most major Chinese apps are banned in India, and every week brings news about sweeping and restrictions from the US on companies like Huawei and Tiktok. Meanwhile, European countries and Australia have taken action against Huawei. Is the world open to China tech? Does it still make sense for Chinese companies to pursue global ambitions?

10:30 - 11:15 | Healthtech after Covid

In the socially distant world, many of us are trying online medical services for the first time. But healthcare innovators have been building these services for years. What are the opportunities for investors as e-health takes off? And will it improve health care for patients?

11:15 - 11:45 | InnoSpace Awards Ceremony

presented by Shanghai Makers:

Shanghai Makers is a global maker competition hosted by the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality, organized by InnoSpace since 2016. In 2020, the 5th Shanghai Makers is held under the theme of “Industrial Intelligence”. The Commercial Track, Industrial Track, and Smart Medical Precision Track are held at the same time, attracting nearly 200 outstanding teams to take apart in the competition. The competition was jointly launched online and offline and took more than three months of training, development, and roadshow. After a series of competitions, 25 teams were awarded First Prize, Second Prize, Third Prize, Special Prize, and Merit Award, entries cover medical, industrial, retail, automotive, logistics, and other industries, starting from the industrial, gathering the strength of creators, to promote the process of intelligent innovation.

11:45 - 12:30 | Foodtech: How technology is shaping our appetite

Plant-based proteins are not all new to Asians, who have been eating meat-like plant proteins for millennia. Today, as Silicon Valley investors are applying technology in a bid to disrupt the food industry, Asians, China is taking a new look at food businesses. What is the role of technology on our plates? What’s beyond Beyond Meat, and how will it shape our evolving appetites?

14:00 - 14:45 | China: blockchain superpower?

China is pushing ahead on blockchain. In October 2019, Xi Jinping publicly endorsed blockchain, calling on China to seize the moment and become a world leader in the technology. Local governments have rushed to follow his lead, and the Blockchain Services Network has expanded China’s global reach in blockchain. Where do Chinese companies stand in terms of blockchain innovation? How is the government supporting them? Will China’s approach to technology dominate the global industry?

14:45 - 15:30 | Electric vehicles: What’s next as the industry recovers

It’s been a dramatic year in electric vehicles. Sales plunged after the government scaled back a subsidies policy that had fueled the industry’s growth—and then took a second beating from Covid-19. But the second half of the year has seen a reversal as EV majors are creeping toward profits, and even enjoying successful stock listings. Is the worst over? Where is the industry going in the year ahead?

15:30 - 16:15 | Does live-streaming growth have a ceiling?

From low-budget, grassroots origins, live-streaming has become the biggest entertainment and marketing story of 2020, closely intertwined with e-commerce, short videos, and gaming. How has the boom changed China’s retail and supply chain networks? Are Covid windfall users turning into permanent fans? And is there brand value in live-streaming, or is it just about sales?

INNOSPACE AWARDS CEREMONY presented by Shanghai Makers:

​Shanghai Makers is a global maker competition hosted by the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality, organized by InnoSpace since 2016. In 2020, the 5th Shanghai Makers is held under the theme of “Industrial Intelligence”. The Commercial Track, Industrial Track, and Smart Medical Precision Track are held at the same time, attracting nearly 200 outstanding teams to take apart in the competition. The competition was jointly launched online and offline and took more than three months of training, development, and roadshow. After a series of competitions, 25 teams were awarded First Prize, Second Prize, Third Prize, Special Prize, and Merit Award, entries cover medical, industrial, retail, automotive, logistics, and other industries, starting from the industrial, gathering the strength of creators, to promote the process of intelligent innovation.

WORKSHOPS:

11:00 - 12:00 | Workshop A | DEFI Crash Course | Instructor: Matthew Graham and Dermot McGrath from Sino Global Capital

Decentralized finance is the latest craze. Its promises of an alternative to financial institutions have attracted major attention from Chinese investors. But Ponzi schemes and sudden token crashes have thrown the industry into turmoil, reminiscent of the early days of crypto. This workshop will cover the basics and history of Defi, and discuss its future and how investors can avoid traps.

* Please bring your laptop for this workshop to have a more interactive experience. 

About the Instructors:

Matthew Graham, CEO of Sino Global Capital, has seven years of mainland China investment banking experience with a focus on representing international technology companies in China for strategic partnership and investment. Matthew has been involved in blockchain since 2013, first slowly, then all at once. As Managing Partner of Sino Global's Liquid Value blockchain fund, Mr. Graham invests in blockchain technology with strategic relevance for China.

Dermot McGrath is the Director of Research at Sino Global Capital. He has 6 years of experience in investments, strategy, and consulting across China and Europe. He is skilled in financial analysis, deal execution, bilingual research, and negotiation with strong subject matter expertise in blockchain, decentralized finance, and digital transformation. 

13:00 - 14:00 | Workshop B | China's emerging privacy and security framework: risks to business

Chinese regulation on data security and privacy for tech companies is continuously evolving. How can businesses prepare?  

About the Instructors:

Carley Ramsey, Director at Control Risks, is based in Shanghai and leads the political and regulatory risk consulting for Greater China and North Asia. She has a decade of experience in China advising multinationals on how to engage the Chinese government and mitigate political and regulatory risk.

15:00 16:00 | Workshop C | Will my job exist in 2021? by Le Wagon

Job markets around the world are rapidly changing due to new technologies. How can you start preparing now? Which skills will be in demand? How can you expect your job to change?

Due to limited capacity and covid-19 precaution, all attendees have to be registered with a valid ID (Chinese ID or passport). As such, please be reminded to bring your valid ID and a mask to enter the venue. You will be rejected admission without your ID or a mask. 

For those who registered after October 20, 2 pm, you will have to register at the entrance with your ID, so please arrive at least 30 mins before to ensure you don't miss your session. 

Have a question? Please contact Suzanne at suzanne.loo[at]technode.com.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please confirm your availability before registration and payment.