RTHK Launches New Media Platform and AI Mascot Wavee to Engage Younger Audiences and Enhance Communication

RTHK launches new media platform and mascot Wavee

Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) today (October 5) launched its new media platform, as well as a new mascot called Wavee, in response to the Chief Executive's 2026 Policy Address, which called on RTHK to strengthen its use of AI technologies and new media platforms to enhance production quality and efficiency, tell the good stories of the nation and Hong Kong, and elevate its international communication capacity.

Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) launched its new mascot called Wavee. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Director of Broadcasting, Ms Angelina Kwan, said that RTHK is capitalising on the advantages of new media's broad coverage and fast production and dissemination capabilities to provide the public with diverse online content, strengthening its communications reach while fully demonstrating the extensive application of AI technology. Through the new media platform and Wavee, RTHK hopes to inject greater dynamism and approachability into its offerings, drawing a wider audience, especially the younger generation, to tune in to RTHK's productions.

Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) launched its new media platform. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The new media platform presents Hong Kong's strengths and community character from multiple perspectives, with specially curated content organised around five key themes. "Wa~ So Hong Kong" ventures deep into local communities to uncover heartwarming human stories; "Wa~ So Cheeky" takes a light-hearted look at the lovable and endearing side of Hong Kong; and "Wa~ So Chill" introduces residents and visitors alike to the city's signature events, cultural attractions and local culinary scene. Through these specially produced titles, RTHK aims to promote Hong Kong and champion its spirit in an engaging and accessible manner. In addition, "Wa~ So Classic" leverages AI technology to restore precious archival footage from RTHK's archives, presenting Hong Kong's remarkable development journey through a compelling then-and-now format. The forthcoming "Wa~ So Dramatic" will deliver a series of short online dramas produced using a diverse range of formats, including AI-generated, animated, live-action and hybrid productions. This series will advance RTHK's broader adoption of AI in media production, boosting efficiency, diversifying content offerings and keeping pace with the evolving new media landscape. The new media platform is now live on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. Members of the public are warmly invited to watch, follow and share.

The mascot Wavee

RTHK has also unveiled Wavee, a new mascot created using AI technology. The design concept draws on the electromagnetic waves that underpin RTHK's radio and television services. Wavee embodies the rich heritage of RTHK's long broadcasting history and carries deep significance as a symbol of delivering information to the people of Hong Kong. Beyond serving as the emblem of the new media platform, Wavee will take on an important ambassadorial role for RTHK, appearing across its new media content, television and radio programmes, and public events.

Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) launched the RTHK Education Corner. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Moreover, RTHK today launched the RTHK Education Corner(Chinese only), an online teaching resource hub featuring a curated selection of more than 10 RTHK programmes centred on education and youth themes. These programmes are made available free of charge for schools to screen and use for teaching purposes. Interested schools may submit their applications directly through the RTHK Education Corner. RTHK will update the selection of featured programmes on the platform on a regular basis.

InnoCarnival 2026 to run from October 24 to November 1

Organised by the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC), the InnoCarnival 2026 (IC 2026) will be held for nine consecutive days from October 24 to November 1 at the Hong Kong Science Park with the theme of "Lead with I&T Dream to Fly High". Public admission is free. The event is receiving support from over 40 programme partners, including local universities, research and development (R&D) centres, government departments and other organisations. By showcasing a number of local innovations and research achievements, the event will offer the public an opportunity to experience the vibrant innovation and technology (I&T) development scene in Hong Kong, as well as the diverse applications of these innovations.

Speaking at the media preview for IC 2026 today (October 5), the Commissioner for Innovation and Technology, Mr Ivan Lee, said, "Dr Lai Ka-ying, Hong Kong's first payload specialist, participated in our country's space mission in May this year, proving that the dream of space exploration is not out of reach. This year's Carnival will feature an aerospace thematic zone to showcase research projects of local universities and their contributions to our country's space exploration missions, hoping to inspire more young people to explore the unknown and pursue their dreams."

The media preview exhibited the R&D projects of several participating teams. Project team representatives presented their inspirational ideas, R&D processes, features and functions, and project applications. These projects include the greenhouse gas monitoring instrument "MUSICO", spearheaded by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and operated by Dr Lai on the Tiangong Space Station. This fully demonstrates the research capability of local universities' R&D teams in the fields of aerospace technology, as well as their important contributions to the country's space mission.

In addition, the Hong Kong Productivity Council introduced its "Autonomous Air-ground Cooperative Tunnel Inspector". With the synergy of AI, robotics and total-station positioning techniques, the system is employed in the Trunk Road T2 and Cha Kwo Ling Tunnel project to carry out tunnel inspections, bringing intelligence, automation and digital advancement to tunnel inspections in Hong Kong. This system won the Gold Award at the 2025 Edison Awards, gaining international recognition.

Representatives from Po Leung Kuk Celine Ho Yam Tong College introduced the "Hydroguard - AI-powered Water-quality Monitoring Platform", a compact AI-powered water quality monitoring platform that integrates automated screening, data collection and real-time environmental monitoring. The platform not only improves the accuracy, efficiency and accessibility of water quality testing, but also enables a faster identification of and response to contamination risks, supporting safer and more sustainable water resource management.

IC 2026 exhibition booths will be set up to showcase local I&T achievements, some of them with interactive games. A diverse line-up of about 150 workshops and over 10 webinars across various subjects including aerospace technology and AI will be available during the Carnival. All activities are free of charge. Some of the activities require preregistration, which will begin at 10.30am on October 6 (Tuesday). Details are available at the thematic webpage (innocarnival.hk). Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Members of the public are most welcome to join. During the Carnival, free shuttle bus services will be provided between Hong Kong Science Park and various districts, including MTR University Station, Tai Wai Station, Kowloon Tong Station, and Admiralty Station, as well as the new routes at Yuen Long Station and Tseung Kwan O Station, offering convenient access for visitors.

InnoCarnival 2026 will run from October 24 to November 1. Photo shows students of Po Leung Kuk Celine Ho Yam Tong College who developed the "Hydroguard - AI-powered Water-quality Monitoring Platform". Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

InnoCarnival 2026 will run from October 24 to November 1. Photo shows the "Autonomous Air-ground Cooperative Tunnel Inspector" developed by the Hong Kong Productivity Council and employed in the Trunk Road T2 and Cha Kwo Ling Tunnel project to carry out tunnel inspections. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

InnoCarnival 2026 will run from October 24 to November 1. Photo shows the greenhouse gas monitoring instrument "MUSICO" spearheaded by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Commissioner for Innovation and Technology, Mr Ivan Lee, attended the media preview of InnoCarnival 2026 today (October 5). Photo shows Mr Lee (centre) with representatives of the participating teams from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, the Hong Kong Productivity Council, and Po Leung Kuk Celine Ho Yam Tong College. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases