What we’re about
Welcome to the No.1 China tech & biz meetup group since 2015!
We connect creative minds from different background to discuss topics including and beyond business, technology, culture & life all around China!
If you are one of the following:
• Startup founder who are interested in tapping a 1.5bn user market
• Entrepreneur who plan to scale-up business in the powerhouse of Asia
• China-focused business professionals
• Or anyone who is just interested in learning more about the Middle Kingdom!
And you are looking for...
• Learning more about the opportunity in the largest single market in the world
• Reach out for customers and / or suppliers from China for your product
• Pitch investor and strategic partner for your new venture
• Connect with China experts & fans in Germany
• ... or just networking in the heart of Europe's "Startup Mecca"?
Then this group is just right for you!
About the Organizer
The task "Entering China" is a tough one, that’s for sure. And as if building a startup wouldn’t be already hard enough, the Chinese market holds some huge surprises and challenges in store, especially for western companies. This is why we founded this group in Berlin back in 2015. We are now the No.1 meetup group for business and technology topics related to China in Europe.
What you can expect?
Our events provide you with the chance to pitch your ideas and products, or to learn from market experts and fellow entrepreneurs. Sometimes there will be a special prize to win. Sometimes there will be investors scouting their next unicorns. Or, we just threw in a traditional Chinese tea party and talk some mandarin. One thing remains the same, though: you will always be meeting with new people and business ideas around China. Keep an eye out for our latest event update and reach out!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Calling for Pitch: 2024 HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship CompetitionLink visible for attendees
China's largest startup event is now calling for founders in Germany!
Started in year of 2020, the HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship Competition is the largest and most important annual startup event in China. Founders from the globe are going to showcase their innovative projects to top VC investors and business angels, battling for 140 prizes across 7 competition tracks. Top teams from each track will each win 2 Million RMB (~250,000 EUR) first prizes, plus various networking and business matching opportunities with Chinese investors, corporates as well as fellow entrepreneurs world-wide.
Competition Timeline
The application to the Germany division is now officially open. The submission deadline is 2024.04.15 and the Grand Final battle with a global startup expo is scheduled in Q2 2024 in Beijing, to which global finalists will be invited to pitch on-site. The good news: China requires now no visa for German travelers staying less than 14 days. It's your best chance to pitch top Chinese VCs face to face!Tech Tracks
7 following Tech Tracks are open this year for both startups in early phase "Maker Stage", or more advanced phase "Growth Stage" if you have already a registered legal entity in China:- AI / VR / FinTech
- Medicine & Healthcare
- New Generation Information Technology
- High-end Equipment
- CleanTech / New Materials
- Cultural Creativity
- AgriTech / FoodTech
Your nationality, location or experience with Chinese market does not matter: teams in different tracks and stages will compete in corresponding groups and hence have a fair battleground for everyone.
How to apply?
Simply visit the official event platform at hicool.com to complete your application online. The registration and preliminary rounds are 100% on cloud and there's no physical event venue.In case you have already registered in the HICOOL platform, but encounter issues this year, you can go to the "My Project" page and click "Modify the Invitation Code", input the invitation code for Germany Division " 36kr " - Our support team will be then able to allocate your application in the backend and get back to you.
- China Tech Insider Monthly UpdateLink visible for attendees
Decoding the New Economy: 🚀Big-Tech Moves 🦄Startup News 🛍️Market Trends 💰Venture Investments across China & Europe. A monthly insight collection curated for tech enthusiasts by tech insiders. Powered by KrEurope & 36Kr Global: Asia's leading digital media for technology and business. Sign-up here to join the newsletter.
- Calling for Pitch: 2024 HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship CompetitionLink visible for attendees
China's largest startup event is now calling for founders in Germany!
Started in year of 2020, the HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship Competition is the largest and most important annual startup event in China. Founders from the globe are going to showcase their innovative projects to top VC investors and business angels, battling for 140 prizes across 7 competition tracks. Top teams from each track will each win 2 Million RMB (~250,000 EUR) first prizes, plus various networking and business matching opportunities with Chinese investors, corporates as well as fellow entrepreneurs world-wide.
Competition Timeline
The application to the Germany division is now officially open. The submission deadline is 2024.04.15 and the Grand Final battle with a global startup expo is scheduled in Q2 2024 in Beijing, to which global finalists will be invited to pitch on-site. The good news: China requires now no visa for German travelers staying less than 14 days. It's your best chance to pitch top Chinese VCs face to face!Tech Tracks
7 following Tech Tracks are open this year for both startups in early phase "Maker Stage", or more advanced phase "Growth Stage" if you have already a registered legal entity in China:- AI / VR / FinTech
- Medicine & Healthcare
- New Generation Information Technology
- High-end Equipment
- CleanTech / New Materials
- Cultural Creativity
- AgriTech / FoodTech
Your nationality, location or experience with Chinese market does not matter: teams in different tracks and stages will compete in corresponding groups and hence have a fair battleground for everyone.
How to apply?
Simply visit the official event platform at hicool.com to complete your application online. The registration and preliminary rounds are 100% on cloud and there's no physical event venue.In case you have already registered in the HICOOL platform, but encounter issues this year, you can go to the "My Project" page and click "Modify the Invitation Code", input the invitation code for Germany Division " 36kr " - Our support team will be then able to allocate your application in the backend and get back to you.
- China Tech Insider Monthly UpdateLink visible for attendees
Decoding the New Economy: 🚀Big-Tech Moves 🦄Startup News 🛍️Market Trends 💰Venture Investments across China & Europe. A monthly insight collection curated for tech enthusiasts by tech insiders. Powered by KrEurope & 36Kr Global: Asia's leading digital media for technology and business. Sign-up here to join the newsletter.