Group 1 - The "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" innovation cluster has ranked first in the global innovation cluster ranking by WIPO, surpassing the "Tokyo-Yokohama" cluster for the first time in five years [1][5] - The ranking change is attributed to the inclusion of a new key indicator: venture capital (VC) transaction volume, which the "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" cluster excelled in compared to "Tokyo-Yokohama" [1][6] - The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Research Institute emphasizes that the new ranking reflects the increasing importance of financial and talent factors in supporting technological innovation, particularly in emerging industries like artificial intelligence [1][3] Group 2 - The "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" cluster ranks second globally in PCT international patent applications, with Shenzhen maintaining the highest number of applications in China for 21 consecutive years, reaching 16,300 applications in 2024 [2] - In terms of scientific paper publications, the cluster ranks third globally, with notable contributions from universities in both Shenzhen and Hong Kong [2] - The cluster ranks sixth globally in venture capital indicators, with a VC transaction volume accounting for 2.9% of the global total, compared to 2.2% for the "Tokyo-Yokohama" cluster [5][10] Group 3 - WIPO's methodology for assessing venture capital includes data from startups, unicorns, and other businesses receiving VC funding, highlighting the role of venture capital in transforming technological achievements into marketable products and services [6][7] - The report indicates that venture capital is increasingly vital for supporting technology innovation, especially for early-stage tech companies facing high risks and lacking collateral [7] - Hong Kong's financial ecosystem is thriving, with a significant increase in IPO activities, ranking first globally in IPO fundraising, which enhances the venture capital landscape [7][14] Group 4 - Shenzhen is actively building an international venture capital center, with a significant increase in the number of private equity and venture capital funds, growing by 2.65 times in quantity and 2.25 times in scale since the end of 2018 [8] - Guangzhou has established substantial funds targeting cutting-edge fields like artificial intelligence and biomedicine, with over 270 billion yuan in committed capital for various projects [8] - The "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" cluster is encouraged to leverage its unique advantages and characteristics, particularly through initiatives like the "QFLP" to facilitate cross-border investment [14][15]
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