SCMP staff reporters have sifted through the Taiwan start-up scene to find some of the most promising companies to come out of the island. Their inclusion is based on the new technology they offer, funding received and the market gap they fill.

HWTrek is a cloud-based platform to connect hardware enthusiasts with experts who can provide necessary services and manufacturers to build their products. More than 2,500 entrepreneurs and start-ups have used the HWTrek Project Development hub connecting creators to experts. The Taipei-based start-up secured US$4 million in Series A funding in June led by US-Chinese venture firm WI Harper and ITIC.

This article by Alice Woodhouse appeared on South China Morning Post, read more here.