To strengthen the connection between innovative enterprises and capital markets, the Taiwan Stock Exchange and the Venture Capital Association co-hosted the "Decoding Innovation Board: New Opportunities in Startup Investments" forum yesterday (29th), attracting over 100 innovative companies and investment institutions. The event aims to deepen the collaboration between venture capital and the innovation board.

Distinguished guests included Chairman of the Financial Supervisory Commission, Peng Jinlong, Chairman of the Venture Capital Association, Qiu Desheng, and Chairman of the Taiwan Stock Exchange, Lin Xiuming, who discussed trends in enterprise growth and strategies for capital market support. Lin noted that as global innovative technology rapidly evolves, the roles of capital markets and corporate growth paths are simultaneously transforming.

He emphasized that the Innovation Board is a crucial strategic platform designed by the stock exchange to support innovative momentum, providing a stage for both emerging technology industries and traditional industries undergoing active transformation. The Innovation Board selects companies with international perspectives and innovative potential through flexible listing standards and a professional review mechanism to enhance market attention and fundraising capabilities.

Qiu Desheng highlighted that the capital market's support for innovative and technology enterprises directly determines the future competitiveness of a country's industries. The reforms of Innovation Board 2.0 break traditional listing barriers and will serve as an important springboard for the growth of innovative companies. He also echoed the Financial Supervisory Commission’s policy to promote Taiwan as an Asian asset management center, anticipating that Taiwan will become the hub for innovative fundraising in Asia, driving industry upgrades and international competitiveness.

Peng Jinlong mentioned that through venture capital's support for startups, the Innovation Board helps them stand firm and attract more quality companies to invest in the capital market. General Manager of the Taiwan Stock Exchange, Li Ailing, explained that the operating strategy of the capital market has gradually expanded from single fundraising functions to an integrated platform deeply connected with industry development.

The Innovation Board has seen a positive reaction since the cancellation of the accredited investor system in early 2025, with 13 out of 20 listed companies reporting profitability, showcasing the strong operational momentum of innovative enterprises. This has successfully overturned the stereotype that companies listed on the Innovation Board are "not profitable," increasing corporate interest and leading many quality firms to actively inquire about listing on the board.

During the event, it was emphasized that the cooperation between venture capital and the Innovation Board is akin to a relay race, where venture capital ignites creative sparks in the early stages of enterprises, while the Innovation Board injects capital energy during crucial growth periods. Guests expressed unanimous support for the Innovation Board.