(Hong Kong – 30 June 2026) HKBN Enterprise Solutions (HKBNES) today announced a collaboration with Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Sunglowsec Infotech (Hong Kong) Co., Limited (Sunglowsec) to jointly develop an AI-Powered Vulnerability Scanning and Validation Platform (AI-VSVP). The platform is intended to provide smart monitoring and automated defence capabilities for enterprise customers in Hong Kong and beyond. At the same time, Sunglowsec officially joined the HKBN InnoTech Ecosystem Alliance (iTEA), further strengthening the collaborative drive to capture opportunities in the cybersecurity market.

Combining Academic and Industry Strengths for Smart Security Deployment

The collaboration is intended to leverage the respective core strengths of all three parties: HKBNES, with its extensive market experience and broad customer network, will lead the platform's marketing and commercialisation; Shanghai Jiao Tong University will provide cutting-edge research guidance and technical support to facilitate a seamless transition from academic research to industrial application; and Sunglowsec, with its deep focus on vulnerability scanning and validation technologies, will oversee the platform's technical development and delivery.

The AI-VSVP platform is designed for a wide range of scenarios, covering enterprise networks, application systems, and endpoint devices. Its intended core capabilities include vulnerability scanning, precise risk identification, prioritised and categorised remediation recommendations, statistical analysis of vulnerability data, and compliance reporting. The platform aims to help enterprises transition from reactive defence to proactive security management, enhancing overall cybersecurity resilience.

Dr Denis Yip, HKBN President and Group Chief Operating Officer, said: "The HKBN InnoTech Ecosystem Alliance (iTEA) has always been committed to bringing together leading technology partners from around the world. This collaboration with Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Sunglowsec represents a powerful convergence of academic research and cutting-edge technology. Leveraging HKBN's market experience and resource network, we are confident in accelerating the deployment of next-generation smart security technologies and helping enterprises navigate increasingly complex cybersecurity challenges."

Professor Xue Zhi, Director of the Institute of Network and System Security at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, said: "Cybersecurity is the cornerstone of the digital economy. We are delighted to collaborate with HKBN Enterprise Solutions and Sunglowsec to translate cutting-edge research into practical applications that help businesses tackle evolving cyber threats, while also cultivating more skilled professionals for the industry."

Dr Shi Yong, Founder and General Manager of Sunglowsec, said: "This collaboration marks a significant step in aligning our technological capabilities with market needs. With HKBN Enterprise Solutions’ market network and commercial experience, we aim to establish the AI-VSVP platform as a leading cybersecurity product in the region, delivering security solutions that truly address the needs of enterprise customers."

Looking ahead, the three parties will continue to deepen their collaboration, exploring further innovative applications in cybersecurity and building a stronger, smarter security framework for enterprises.

Photo caption: Group photo of representatives from HKBN, Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Sunglowsec. From left: Dr Denis Yip, President and Group Chief Operating Officer of HKBN; Professor Xue Zhi, Director of the Institute of Network and System Security at Shanghai Jiao Tong University; Dr Shi Yong, Founder and General Manager of Sunglowsec.