Attending the Taipei AI Innovation Sharing Forum: Focus on the Taiwan Innovation Board (TIB) and the Startup Capital Market (參加台北 AI 創新交流分享會：聚焦台灣創新版（TIB）與新創資本市場)

• 前半段為文章的英文版本 (The first half is the English version)
• 後半段為中文版本 (The second half is the Mandarin version)

This week, I had the chance to attend the AI Innovation Sharing Forum in Taipei. The event was bustling with activity and brought together many professionals interested in the AI industry and the startup ecosystem. Beyond networking with Taiwan’s innovative companies and listening to insights from industry leaders, the most striking part of the event was the detailed presentation by the Taiwan Stock Exchange on the features and purposes of the Taiwan Innovation Board (TIB).

TIB’s Vision and Comparison with Global Market Platforms

During the event, representatives from the Taiwan Stock Exchange highlighted the differences between the TIB and platforms such as Hong Kong’s Growth Enterprise Market (GEM) and the U.S. Nasdaq. TIB has modeled itself after Nasdaq, opting not to request companies to transition to the main board after achieving certain milestones, as GEM does. Instead, the focus of TIB is to allow companies to grow and thrive directly on this platform, offering more long-term capital market support.

This approach positions the TIB as a platform designed for corporate growth rather than a mere stepping stone to the main board. This structure minimizes disruptions that companies often face during a board transition and serves as a significant boost to both Taiwan and Asia’s startup ecosystem.

What’s more, the TIB has recently opened its doors to a wider range of investors, significantly enhancing market liquidity and trading volume. For startups with substantial development in R&D, products, and market strategies, TIB provides an ideal channel for fundraising and global integration.

If you’re interested in more details about TIB, I’ve also discussed this topic in a previous article titled “Taiwan Eases Investor Restrictions on Innovation Board: Boost for Startup Fundraising and Globalization”

Empowering Startups to Access the Capital Market

Keynote speakers at the forum emphasized how startups could leverage the TIB for financing and thereby strengthen their ties with the capital market. For example, this year, the TIB has taken significant steps to open the market to both domestic and international investors, boosting market activity. These measures not only improve efficiency in fundraising but also create more opportunities for international collaboration within Taiwan’s startup ecosystem.

The forum made it clear that the Taiwan Stock Exchange is dedicated to building a competitive and diverse platform for innovation. TIB isn’t merely a segment of the capital market; rather, it’s a specialized market tailored to the needs of startups, supporting their growth over the long term.

PlayNitride’s Success Story on TIB

One of the most compelling moments during the event was hearing the firsthand experience of PlayNitride Inc. (6854), the very first company to list on TIB. Chairman Lee Biing-jye shared why his company chose TIB for its listing and the advantages and opportunities it has brought to PlayNitride.

Lee explained that fundraising through TIB not only gave the company more visibility on the international stage but also provided ample resources for market expansion and technological development. Thanks to these benefits, PlayNitride has no intention of transitioning to the main board in Taiwan’s capital market. Instead, it believes that continued growth on the TIB will allow the company to gain even more robust support from investors while focusing on its growth and international strategies.

Highlights From the Event

Beyond the engaging sessions, the event also featured a well-organized registration area and exhibition space, providing participants with convenient access to materials and networking opportunities. The professional setup and attention to detail were evident in numerous aspects:

• Venue Design: The conference venue featured a sophisticated design with blue and gold tones. The screens displayed the theme “AI Innovation Sharing Forum,” accompanied by a dynamic cityscape backdrop, creating a futuristic, tech-forward atmosphere.
• Guest Seating: Each table was marked with “Reserved Guest Seats,” and items such as water bottles and notebooks were neatly arranged, reflecting the event’s professionalism and hospitality.
• Speeches and Interactions: Prominent speakers from tech startups, venture capital firms, and governmental institutions took turns presenting. Among the various presentations, PlayNitride’s success story particularly captured the attention of the audience, making the session lively and engaging.

Personal Reflections

After spending a day immersed in the AI Innovation Sharing Forum, my biggest takeaway is that Taiwan’s startup ecosystem is entering a golden era. Through TIB’s connection to the capital market, startups can access resources and support at an earlier stage, enabling them to scale faster and secure positions on the global stage.

Additionally, the Taiwan Stock Exchange’s efforts to benchmark against international capital markets indicate that Taiwan is accelerating its integration into the global economy. These initiatives provide startups with better fundraising environments, and I truly hope to see more outstanding teams listing on TIB and shining in the global market.

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這週有機會參加了在台北舉辦的 AI創新交流分享會，活動現場相當熱鬧，聚集了許多關注 AI 產業與新創圈的朋友。除了有機會與台灣的新創公司進行交流、聆聽業界先進的經驗分享之外，最引人注目的，莫過於由 台灣證券交易所 代表特別針對 台灣創新版（TIB） 的特色與目的做了深入介紹。

台灣創新版的定位與國際比較

在此次活動中，台灣證券交易所分享了 TIB 創新版 與香港 創業板、美國 那斯達克（Nasdaq） 之間的比較。由於 TIB 是以美國那斯達克作為參考，因此 並不 會像香港創業板一樣，希望公司在條件成熟後轉去主板上市；反之，TIB 更傾向讓公司能夠在創新版上壯大，提供掛牌公司長期的資本市場支持。

這種模式讓創新版想成為企業長期發展的平台，而非過渡的踏板，減少企業因轉板而面臨的資本引導缺失，台灣與亞洲的新創圈來說都是一大助力，尤其 台灣創新版 近年來逐步開放更多投資人參與，讓市場交易量與活絡度都大幅提升。也因此，許多新創公司如果在研發、產品及市場布局上已具一定規模，就可以考慮透過 TIB 的資本管道進行募資，與國際接軌。

關於台灣創新版的更多細節，我也曾在先前的文章中提到過： 《台灣創新版開放更多投資人參與，活絡新創募資市場》

幫助新創企業打入資本市場的關鍵助力

在活動中，主講嘉賓們特別提到如何利用台灣創新版融資，並藉此加強與資本市場的連結。例如，今年台灣創新版持續打開投資人市場的大門，讓國內外投資者更容易進入該市場，活絡交易氛圍。這些措施不僅提升企業募資的效率，也為台灣新創圈帶來更多國際合作的機會。

這次分享會讓人明確感受到，台灣證券交易所致力於打造一個有競爭力且多元化的創新平台。其創新版並非只是資本市場的一部分，而是一個能夠滿足新創公司需求、助力其長期發展的專屬市場。

錼創科技的成功之道：台灣創新版標竿案例

這場分享會中，讓我印象最深刻的是 台灣創新版第一間掛牌公司 – 錼創科技（6854） 的現身說法。董事長 李允立 現場分享了當初為何選擇在台灣創新版掛牌的原因，以及在創新版掛牌後，錼創科技所獲得的好處與優勢。

李允立提到，在創新版募資，不僅讓公司在國際舞台上取得更多能見度，也為其市場拓展與技術研發帶來更充足的資源。因為這些好處，錼創科技並不打算轉去台北股市主板，反而認為留在創新版能持續獲得更多資本市場的支持，也更能專注在公司本身的成長與國際佈局。

活動現場的亮點

除了精彩的議程之外，現場也設置了報到處與展示區域，讓參與者可以更方便地領取資料、交換名片。作為一場聚焦創新與科技的專業活動，現場的布置頗具匠心。

• 專業會場配置：整個場地佈置以藍色與金色為主色調，屏幕展示了活動主題「AI 創新交流分享會」，並搭配城市天際線的動態背景設計，營造出科技感十足的氛圍。
• 嘉賓席位安排：每桌都有「貴賓保留席」的標示，以及整齊擺放的水瓶、紀錄本等物品，顯示活動的專業與禮遇。
• 演講與互動：多位重量級嘉賓，包括來自科技新創企業、投資界和政府機構的代表，輪番上台分享。

個人心得

整場 AI 創新交流分享會 下來，我最深的感受是，台灣新創圈正面臨一個難得的機遇期。透過 台灣創新版（TIB） 的資本市場連結，新創公司能在早期就獲得更多資源與支持，也能更快地站上國際舞台。

同時，台灣證券交易所與其他國際交易市場的合作、比較與借鏡，也意味著台灣正在加速與全球接軌，讓創新企業有更好的籌資環境。希望未來能看到更多優秀的新創團隊在 TIB 掛牌，並在國際市場上發光發熱。