DTSPP Government Funding: SMEs Can Leverage the Digital Transformation Support Pilot Programme for AI & Cybersecurity
In 2026/27, the government is helping you save on digital transformation — did you know?
Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Professor Sun Dong recently announced that the government will launch an enhanced version of the Digital Transformation Support Pilot Programme (DTSPP) this year, helping SMEs adopt AI and cybersecurity digital solutions to boost competitiveness.
For many SME owners, this is genuinely good news: the government pays, and you transform digitally.
What is DTSPP?
The first round of DTSPP was a government funding scheme designed for Hong Kong SMEs. It provides a one-off subsidy of up to HK$50,000 per eligible SME for purchasing and adopting ready-made digital solutions.
- Key point: applicants must purchase solutions from government-approved service providers — and FROMDB is one of the approved DTSPP service providers from the first round.
What is new in the enhanced version?
The enhanced scheme extends the funding scope to AI and cybersecurity digital solutions.
- AI applications: chatbots, AI content generation, smart analytics tools — saving you time and manpower.
- Cybersecurity: firewalls, data backup, anti-phishing solutions — protecting your company’s most valuable assets.
In other words: the government wants SMEs not just to have a website, but to use AI and stay secure.
Why digital transformation matters now
In his blog, Professor Sun noted that the government has long positioned AI as one of Hong Kong’s advantage industries, supported by measures including the Hong Kong AI Research Institute and the Innovation and Technology Industry Fund.
For SMEs, the practical takeaway is simple: AI has moved from "future trend" to "must-have today". Adopt it early, and you stay ahead of your competitors.
As an approved DTSPP service provider, FROMDB can help you:
- Assess which digital solutions fit your business and prepare the DTSPP application.
- Provide ready-made AI and cybersecurity solutions within the funding scope.
- Follow through from application to deployment, so you can focus on running your business.
Summary
The government funds it, an approved provider delivers it, and your business benefits — the enhanced DTSPP is a great opportunity for SMEs to upgrade.
- Want to know if your company qualifies? Contact FROMDB — we will assess your situation and handle the process for you.