Angel investors backing Hong Kong startups in 2026

12 June 2026·6 min read

14 angel investors back Hong Kong startups in 2026. HKBAN and AngelHub run the main networks. Hong Kong now has a record 5,200+ startups.

Hong Kong has a deep angel investor scene now. HKBAN and AngelHub anchor most of the local scene.

Networks pool many angels for the early rounds. Hubs like Cyberport back the earliest teams.

These angels want a sharp team and early proof. Ellty tracks every open when you share your deck.

This guide lists 14 active Hong Kong angel investors.

TypeCheck sizeSector focusWebsite
HKBANAngel networkUS$50K-$500KGeneralist, techhkban.org
AngelHubAngel platformUS$100K-$1M+Tech, fintech, deeptechangelhub.io
AngelVestAngel groupUS$250K-$1MGeneralistangelvestgroup.com
Bay AngelsAngel networkUS$25K-$250KGeneralist, techNot listed
CyberportGovt tech hubUp to HK$500KFintech, digital tech, AIcyberport.hk
HKSTPGovt innovation hubCo-investment, variesDeep tech, biotech, AIhkstp.org
BetatronAccelerator / VCUS$250K-$2MB2B tech, fintech, climatebetatron.co
BrincGlobal acceleratorUS$50K-$250KClimate, hardware, fintechbrinc.io
ParticleXAccelerator / VCAbout US$200KAI, deeptech, roboticsparticlex.io
Gobi PartnersPan-Asian VCUS$250K-$3MGeneralist, fintech, deeptechgobi.vc
Alibaba Entrepreneurs FundNot-for-profit fundCo-investment, variesGeneralist, techent-fund.org
Vectr VenturesVenture studioUS$100K-$1MTech, consumer, fintechvectr.co
Casey LauIndividual angelIndividual / advisoryGeneralist, techriseconf.com
Karena BelinIndividual angelVia AngelHubTech, fintech, deeptechwhub.io

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What an angel investor backs

An angel backs your startup with their own money. In Hong Kong they often invest through a network.

Most write pre-seed and seed into local startups. Founders pitching Hong Kong fintech investors face it too.

They study your team, your market, and traction. Track real interest with pitch deck tracking software.

Ellty gives each angel one trackable link to your data room. You see who read your deck before the first call.

2,200+
Tech companies vetted by AngelHub
From which it made about 25 investments
#27
Hong Kong global startup ecosystem rank
Up about 20 places in 2025
1,800+
Startups based at Cyberport
One of the city's main startup hubs
14
Active Hong Kong angel investors here
Networks, hubs, funds, and angels
Hong Kong reached a record 5,221 startups in 2025, employing around 20,000 people across the city.
InvestHK, Hong Kong Startup Survey, 2025

14 Hong Kong angel investors

1. HKBAN

HKBAN is Hong Kong's main business angel network.

Recent Activity: Runs matching gatherings linking startups to angel members

LinkedIn: HKBAN LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Generalist, tech

Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed

Check Size: US$50K-$500K syndicated

Location: Hong Kong

Website: hkban.org

2. AngelHub

AngelHub is HK's first SFC-licensed startup platform.

Recent Activity: Vetted 2,200+ companies and made about 25 investments

LinkedIn: AngelHub LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Tech, fintech, deeptech

Stage Focus: Seed, Series A

Check Size: US$100K-$1M+

Location: Hong Kong

Website: angelhub.io

3. AngelVest

AngelVest is a pan-Asia angel group of 70+ members.

Recent Activity: Backs early TMT, healthcare, and consumer startups

LinkedIn: Not listed

Sector Focus: Generalist

Stage Focus: Seed, early-stage

Check Size: US$250K-$1M syndicated

Location: Hong Kong / Shanghai

Website: angelvestgroup.com

4. Bay Angels

Bay Angels is an HK and Bay Area angel network.

Recent Activity: An active HK and Greater Bay Area angel network

LinkedIn: Not listed

Sector Focus: Generalist, tech

Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed

Check Size: US$25K-$250K

Location: Hong Kong

Website: Not listed

5. Cyberport

Cyberport is Hong Kong's government digital-tech hub.

Recent Activity: Runs a VC forum and the Cyberport Investors Network

LinkedIn: Cyberport LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Fintech, digital tech, AI

Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed

Check Size: Up to HK$500K

Location: Hong Kong

Website: cyberport.hk

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6. HKSTP

HKSTP is Hong Kong's flagship innovation hub.

Recent Activity: Co-invests early via its HK$1B+ Venture Fund

LinkedIn: HKSTP LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Deep tech, biotech, AI

Stage Focus: Seed to growth

Check Size: Co-investment, varies

Location: Hong Kong

Website: hkstp.org

7. Betatron

Betatron is an HK early-stage accelerator and VC.

Recent Activity: Invests US$250K to US$2M into accelerator cohorts

LinkedIn: Betatron LinkedIn

Sector Focus: B2B tech, fintech, climate

Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed

Check Size: US$250K-$2M

Location: Hong Kong

Website: betatron.co

8. Brinc

Brinc is a Hong Kong-based global accelerator.

Recent Activity: Made 330+ investments across hardware and climate

LinkedIn: Brinc LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Climate, hardware, fintech

Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed

Check Size: US$50K-$250K

Location: Hong Kong

Website: brinc.io

9. ParticleX

ParticleX is a Hong Kong accelerator and VC.

Recent Activity: Puts about US$200K into deep-tech and AI startups

LinkedIn: ParticleX LinkedIn

Sector Focus: AI, deeptech, robotics

Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed

Check Size: About US$200K

Location: Hong Kong

Website: particlex.io

10. Gobi Partners

Gobi is a pan-Asian VC and the AEF GP in HK.

Recent Activity: Backs early HK startups via Gobi and the AEF fund

LinkedIn: Gobi Partners LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Generalist, fintech, deeptech

Stage Focus: Seed, Series A

Check Size: US$250K-$3M

Location: Hong Kong / Kuala Lumpur

Website: gobi.vc

11. Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund

This Alibaba-backed fund supports HK founders.

Recent Activity: Ran the JUMPSTARTER 2025 global pitch competition

LinkedIn: Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Generalist, tech

Stage Focus: Seed, early-stage

Check Size: Co-investment, varies

Location: Hong Kong

Website: ent-fund.org

12. Vectr Ventures

Vectr Ventures is a Hong Kong venture studio.

Recent Activity: Backs early HK founders expanding into Asia

LinkedIn: Vectr Ventures LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Tech, consumer, fintech

Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed

Check Size: US$100K-$1M

Location: Hong Kong

Website: vectr.co

13. Casey Lau

Casey Lau co-founded StartmeupHK and runs RISE Asia.

Recent Activity: An active HK startup figure, mentor, and connector

LinkedIn: Casey Lau LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Generalist, tech

Stage Focus: Pre-seed, seed

Check Size: Individual and advisory

Location: Hong Kong

Website: riseconf.com

14. Karena Belin

Karena Belin co-founded WHub and AngelHub in HK.

Recent Activity: Leads the AngelHub professional-investor platform

LinkedIn: Karena Belin LinkedIn

Sector Focus: Tech, fintech, deeptech

Stage Focus: Seed, Series A

Check Size: Via AngelHub

Location: Hong Kong

Website: whub.io

Hong Kong's angel scene

Hong Kong's angels mostly invest as a tight group. HKBAN and AngelHub run most of the local deals.

A warm intro carries real weight in Hong Kong. Cold outreach rarely lands you a first meeting.

Get your deck sharp before you start asking around. Set exactly who sees what with granular permissions.

Learn what investors look for in a data room early. Ellty logs exactly who opened each file and when.

What HK angels check

Angels back the founders before the idea itself. A strong, coachable team wins them over quickly.

They want early proof that real customers will pay. Slides with no real traction rarely convince angels.

Share your metrics and cap table all in one place. Track who reads what with document analytics.

A messy data room quickly loses you angel trust. Ellty shows who read your numbers and exactly when.

From angel to seed round

Angels often bridge you toward a proper seed round. A clean angel round sets up your next big raise.

Keep all your early backers warm with real updates. Silence will cost you their follow-on money later.

Send clean monthly investor updates from one place. Use investor update software to stay on track.

Set up a data room for your seed round early on. Ellty tracks who reads each file you send.

How to pitch an angel investor

Lead with team, traction, and a clear ask.

  1. 1.
    Show a strong team and early traction.
    Angels back people before the product.
  2. 2.
    Make your ask and use of funds clear.
    Vague asks stall angel rounds fast.
  3. 3.
    Share one Ellty link to your data room.
    Track who opens it and which files.
  4. 4.
    Get a warm intro to each angel.
    Cold outreach rarely lands a meeting.

How Ellty helps you land an angel investor in Hong Kong

You've shortlisted your Hong Kong angel investors already. Set up a data room before the first pitch.

  1. 1.
    Upload your deck, metrics, and cap table.
    Set access per angel or per network.
    Upload file in data room
  2. 2.
    Share one trackable link with each angel.
    Each angel gets their own tracked link.
    Set permissions data room
  3. 3.
    Watch opens and follow up at the right time.
    Use Ellty analytics to time each nudge.
    Analytics data room
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Hong Kong angel investor questions

Who are Hong Kong's main angel investors?
HKBAN and AngelHub run the networks. Cyberport and HKSTP back early teams.
How much do HK angels invest?
Cheques run US$25K to US$1M in 2026. Networks pool angels for larger rounds.
What do angel investors want?
A strong team and early traction. A clear ask and use of funds helps.
How do HK angel networks work?
Members hear pitches, then some invest. A lead angel runs each deal.
How big is Hong Kong's startup scene?
It hit a record 5,200+ startups in 2025. The ecosystem keeps climbing.
When should I set up an Ellty data room?
Before your first angel pitch. Track who opens your deck and metrics.

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