Hong Kong Legislative Council member and CPPCC member Johnny Ng, known as @Johnny_nkc on Twitter, attended the “2023 World Internet Conference” in Wuzhen, where he delivered a keynote speech on digital literacy and skills enhancement. Ng’s speech, dated 9th November 2023, focused on two main themes: the integration of the senior economy with the internet, and the role of Web3 technology in empowering content creators.
The Senior Economy and Internet Synergy
Johnny Ng highlighted the case of “Pan Lao Lao,” a senior internet celebrity with over 23 million followers, who uses the internet to stimulate rural revitalization and the senior economy. By creatively showcasing rural scenery and cuisine through short videos, she not only boosts local economic activities but also demonstrates the potential of seniors in leveraging their experience for economic benefit. This model is pertinent for Hong Kong, where discussions about…