The BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize is a prestigious award that honours outstanding scientific researchers in Hong Kong. Each year, it seeks to attract world-leading scientists to Hong Kong and nurture forward-looking scientific talent. The prize aims to promote Hong Kong as an international research centre and strengthen its status in the world. It is also an important platform to promote the city’s science and technology culture and achievements.
This year, the prize is awarded in four categories: artificial intelligence and robotics, life and medicine, physical sciences, and mathematics and computer science. It will honor the work of four scientists, each of whom has paved the way for groundbreaking scientific discoveries. The winning research could transform people’s lives in different ways, including enabling new technologies and medical treatments.
The prize is one of the highest in the world, with a total value of HK$30 million. Half of the prize fund is reserved for a project fund to support Laureates in scaling up their work. It also encourages entrepreneurs and businesses to innovate in the areas of science and technology and create jobs in Hong Kong.
Each of the prize winners will receive a certificate and an award ceremony with a special cash prize of HK$1.5 million. They will also receive a trophy designed by artist Wong Chin-sang, as well as a BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Medal. In addition, each of the prize winners will be offered the opportunity to work with an internationally renowned company for three months to further develop their projects and commercialize their ideas.
As a result of the competition’s popularity, the organizers have increased the prize money and added extra incentives to lure competitors. Besides the main prize money of $500,000, there are now cash prizes for the top three in each category. The winners will also be given a chance to compete in an exclusive event in the United States next year.
There are several other rules that players must follow to be eligible for the prize. For example, a player must play at least one round before they can claim the prize. They must also have an account with a licensed online gambling website. Moreover, the casino must be registered in a jurisdiction where it is legal to offer its services.
HKJC has recently received complaints from customers who have been denied the prize for a variety of reasons. For instance, a customer who wanted to break a $100 bill into five HK$5 coins inside a claw machine was not allowed to do so, as doing so would incur operating costs and other charges. Moreover, the coin exchange process was not advertised. The customer complained to the HKJC, but was not granted a refund. The HKJC said that customers should evaluate whether the amount they spend is worth the desired prize. In the meantime, it is recommended that consumers read the terms and conditions carefully before placing a bet. This will help them avoid any misunderstandings and potential disputes in the future.