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Nano Labs Founder Jack Kong and Singapore Minister Chee Hong Tat Discuss Opportunities for Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, and Web3 Industry Development

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On September 13th, Johnny Ng, Hong Kong Legislative Council Member and Jack Kong, Nano Labs Founder, paid a visit to Mr. Chee Hong Tat, Singaporean Senior Minister of State for Transport and Senior Minister of State for Finance. They had an in-depth discussion on Singapore’s perspectives on the development of Web3, artificial intelligence, and other economic sectors.

In the meeting, Jack Kong and Mr. Chee Hong Tat discussed the development opportunities for Web3 industries like blockchain, artificial intelligence, and Web3.

Mr. Chee Hong Tat who represented the Singapore government, shared plans and policies for technology innovation and talent attraction in Singapore. He emphasized the government’s efforts in promoting the digital economy, Web3, and artificial intelligence, as well as detailed measures to support business development and encourage innovation.

In the discussion, the importance of international cooperation has been emphasized, aiming to create a more prosperous and innovative future through multi-party collaboration.

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