Benjamin Chau, deputy executive director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, said a hybrid model of online and offline events is the future of exhibitions. Photo: Handout.
Benjamin Chau, deputy executive director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, said a hybrid model of online and offline events is the future of exhibitions. Photo: Handout.

Online exhibitions bet on AI and big data to aid beleaguered industry as Hong Kong seeks return to normalcy

  • Participants in online trade shows say artificial intelligence is helping them find the buyers and suppliers they need during the Covid-19 pandemic
  • Many exhibitors are still eager to return to physical shows, pinning hopes on travel bubbles aiding meetups in the near future

Benjamin Chau, deputy executive director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, said a hybrid model of online and offline events is the future of exhibitions. Photo: Handout.
Benjamin Chau, deputy executive director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, said a hybrid model of online and offline events is the future of exhibitions. Photo: Handout.
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