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2025 Main Conference Agenda
This dialogue brings together a Hong Kong policymaker, a global-scale tech innovator, and a leading investor to map how the next ten years of digital finance will be built and funded. Today’s fintech evolution is reshaping every facet of the financial sector, dissolving traditional boundaries and sparking unprecedented cross-industry innovation. As technology converges with finance, we see a future where enhanced competitiveness and smarter solutions drive sustainable growth.
Dive into the transformative world of decentralized finance (DeFi) and explore how it is reshaping financial systems in the era of digital assets. DeFi is revolutionising traditional financial systems through transparency, accessibility, and permissionless innovation, while SocialFi is redefining how we connect, create, and transact by merging financial incentives with social interactions. Discover how we’ll uncover the synergies and opportunities that lie at the heart of this new decentralized frontier.
The life insurance industry is undergoing a period of rapid technological disruption, reshaping traditional business models and customer expectations. This session examines how emerging technologies are driving innovation, improving efficiency, and creating new opportunities for life insurers to stay competitive in a fast-evolving market.
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The convergence of China's technical breakthroughs, technological advancements, and shifting global demand has created an unprecedented window for Chinese AI firms to showcase their cutting-edge innovations and expand their global impact. This panel explores how companies can leverage open-source disruption, vertical SaaS innovation, and cross-border ecosystems to push the boundaries of technical excellence, solidify their position as technological leaders, and amplify their international influence amid geopolitical and regulatory headwinds.
在技术突破、科技进步与需求调整的环境下，中国人工智能企业迎来了前所未有的发展机遇，并得以展现其尖端创新实力和拓展全球影响力。本场圆桌将探讨，在当前地缘政治复杂演变、监管环境日趋严苛的挑战下，企业应如何依托开源技术变革、垂直领域 SaaS 创新及跨境生态体系完善，突破技术边界、巩固科技领先地位，进一步提升国际影响力。
This session uncovers real-world cases of successful adoption, the hurdles faced in scaling, and the measurable impact on competitiveness and resilience. Join senior leaders across banking, capital markets, and fintech as we map the full spectrum of digital transformation — and explore how the next wave of AI, automation, blockchain and data platforms will determine who leads in tomorrow’s financial ecosystem.
The rise of AI in financial services is transforming how institutions operate, prompting critical questions about the future of human expertise, ethical responsibility, and the skills needed for the next generation of talent. The panel will also explore global trends in workforce disruption, addressing challenges and opportunities presented by AI.
Watch the most exciting companies battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 700 applications, 60 top-scoring companies have been invited to pitch for the chance to be crowned Global Fast Track Winner. Deep-dive into each vertical competition on Monday, 3rd, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday to see who will reign supreme.
Highlight Hong Kong’s status as a Global Top 3 International Financial Centre (IFC) (per the Global Financial Centres Index, GFCI) – a milestone achieved through the Government’s persistent efforts to strengthen its financial system and industry-driven tech innovation. This panel will demonstrate how Hong Kong solidifies and advances its global IFC leadership by core pillars: (1) enhancing market-bridging capabilities and (2) attracting and channeling global asset flows. It will further underscore how these pillars collectively define new standards for future IFCs and secure Hong Kong’s long-term competitive edge.
Tokenisation of real-world assets is rapidly shifting from concept to actionable reality, as financial institutions and innovators explore how to bring traditional assets onto the blockchain. Early use cases are beginning to show how tokenisation could transform capital markets and investment opportunities worldwide. This panel will explore the implications for investors, institutions, and the broader financial ecosystem.
AI in insurance has moved far beyond experimentation – today, it’s being embedded across the value chain, transforming how insurers underwrite risk, manage claims, detect fraud, and engage with customers. This session explores how insurers are moving from pilot projects to large-scale AI adoption, while balancing innovation with regulatory, ethical, and trust considerations.
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This panel will unveil the transformative impacts of the Fintech Supervisory Sandbox (FSS) 3.1 Pilot on fintech adoption in the banking industry. To accelerate innovation with use cases developed within the HKMA’s mandate, the HKMA has led multiple funding schemes including the FSS 3.1 Pilot initiatives launched in collaboration with Cyberport in 2022 and 2024.
The panellists will share successful use cases under FSS 3.1 Pilot in areas of Interbank Account Data Sharing (IADS), Regtech and green fintech, including the challenges the tech firms and banks encountered and the impact of these solutions on the industry. The panel will also discuss how the HKMA may build on the momentum of FSS 3.1 Pilot to foster a conducive environment for innovation and collaboration, hereby accelerating the adoption of fintech in the banking industry.
In the face of global uncertainties and changing domestic conditions, Chinese investors are confronted with crucial decisions: Should they seek opportunities abroad or redirect their attention to the vast potential of the domestic market? This session brings together prominent investors, economic analysts, and market strategists to explore these important questions.
面对全球不确定性与国内形势变化，中国投资者正面临关键抉择：是布局海外寻求机遇，还是聚焦国内市场的广阔潜力？本场圆桌对话将汇聚知名投资者，共同探讨这一核心议题。
Digital Currencies' promise of speed, efficiency, and new forms of liquidity comes with pressing questions of trust, governance, and systemic risk. In this high-level dialogue, leaders bring together regulatory and global banking perspectives to examine how digital assets can evolve into safe, transparent, and trusted instruments, and explore frameworks for licensing and oversight, the alignment of compliance standards across jurisdictions, and the opportunities to strengthen the architecture of global finance.
Financial institutions are undergoing a major shift—from early-stage tech innovation to full-scale reinvention of processes, workflows, and human-AI collaboration. Powered by advanced AI and an open, collaborative ecosystem, this transformation is embedding intelligence into core operations—from customer engagement to risk management—driving large-scale adoption, enhancing decision-making, boosting agility, and reshaping the future of financial services across the entire value chain.
Chinese enterprises going global are in urgent need of finding a new globalisation model. Whether it is the gradual transition of the current "new trio"to the next generation of "new trio" related to energy transformation, semiconductors, and high-end manufacturing, or the paradigm innovation of technology, product and service, the speed and depth of enterprises going global are constantly improving and strengthening, and the regions of enterprise globalisation radiation are becoming more diversified.
在长期视角下，伴随贸易关税政策调整和供应链、产业链重构，全球生产、全球销售的商业逻辑被改变，“出海”企业亟需寻找新的全球化模式。无论是当前的“新三样”逐步过渡到与能源转型、半导体、高端制造相关的下一代“新三样”，还是技术出海、产品出海、服务出海等范式创新，企业出海的速度和深度都在不断地提升和增强，企业全球化辐射的区域更加多元化。
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With shifting market expectations and tech-driven disruption, insurance leaders must navigate change on multiple fronts. This discussion focuses on how CEOs are balancing innovation, regulation, and profitability – and leading cultural transformation from the top.
AI is no longer just a support function – it is becoming the foundation of how banks operate, compete, and serve customers. From fraud detection and credit scoring to customer engagement and product innovation, the shift to AI-first models is redefining trust, speed, and scale in financial services. This panel brings together innovators to explore the organisational, regulatory, and cultural shifts necessary to build the AI-powered bank of tomorrow.
What are the key challenges and opportunities facing startups and innovation ecosystems across different regions, and how do factors like funding, talent development, regulation, and market dynamics vary from region to region? Join the Global Ecosystem Panel featuring ecosystem leaders from key innovation hubs from around the world, as they share insights on building cross-border collaboration and scaling innovation globally.
As Asia’s Gen Z enters the workforce and builds their financial lives, insurers face both a challenge and an opportunity: how to close the widening protection gap for a generation that is digital-first, value-conscious, and sceptical of traditional insurance.
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Banks can no longer just adopt technology—they must transform into platforms that orchestrate ecosystems of fintechs, data providers, and even non-financial players. This keynote explores what it takes to shift from a balance-sheet-driven model to an ecosystem-driven growth engine, drawing on APAC’s unique blend of digital adoption, regulation, and cross-border trade.
This panel explores how frontier AI technologies are driving innovation and scalability in financial services and adjacent industries. Experts will discuss real-world applications of AI agents in areas such as risk management, customer experience, fraud detection, and operations. And address key challenges in adoption, governance, regulatory considerations, and the evolving relationship between human expertise and intelligent systems as organisations scale AI across the enterprise.
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From AI to biotech and digital assets, the next wave of innovation is reshaping global growth opportunities. This session explores how disruptive technologies mature into scalable, investable markets — and how new investment vehicles are opening access for investors worldwide.
Watch the most exciting companies battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 700 applications, 60 top-scoring companies have been invited to pitch for the chance to be crowned Global Fast Track Winner. Deep-dive into each vertical competition on Monday, 3 November, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday, 4 November, to see who will reign supreme.
Against the backdrop of the accelerating wave of the global digital economy, artificial intelligence has emerged as a core driving force reshaping enterprises' operational models, business processes, and value creation paths amid their digital transformation journey. This session will focus on how enterprises can fully unlock the enabling value of AI to break through critical bottlenecks in digital transformation, and what strategies should be adopted to effectively address various core challenges encountered in the practical application of AI.
在全球数字经济浪潮加速推进的背景下，人工智能已成为重塑企业数字化转型的核心驱动力。本场圆桌将聚焦企业如何充分激活 AI 的赋能价值，突破数字化转型中的关键瓶颈，及面对 AI 落地应用的各类核心挑战，应采取何种策略有效应对。
This session explores how WeChat Pay HK, one of the world's most advanced digital wallets, is expanding to offer users greater functionality, global reach, and seamless cross-border payments. Together, Tencent, Visa, and Thredd are evolving the WeChat Pay HK experience to give consumers the same effortless convenience, whether they’re at home or travelling abroad — all within one wallet.
Payments infrastructure is transforming as traditional and blockchain networks converge. Recent moves by leading tokenisation firms signal a shift in cross-border transactions from legacy rails to digital asset-enabled networks. This panel will examine how these changes will transform B2B payments, enhance efficiency, and establish new benchmarks in global financial flows.
This panel dives into the transformation of credittech, focusing on how AI/ML models are replacing one-size-fits-all credit checks with nuanced, data-driven insights. Experts decode how behavioural analytics and alternative data sets can help assess MSMEs, and what lessons exist for scaling these models without sacrificing accuracy or compliance.
Trillions in real-world value are moving onto programmable rails, promising broader access and faster settlement. Yet fragmented rules, liquidity traps, and brittle infrastructure separate pilots from production. Hear from builders of the new monetary plumbing: which models scale, where regulated flows concentrate, and how to use high-grade digital settlement media to move capital globally.
What happens when women don’t just participate in tech – but lead it? This panel brings together trailblazers from across industries: a CTO and impact investor shaping the future of innovation, a senior executive steering digital payments, and a pioneer applying AI to unexpected frontiers. Together, they’ll unpack how women leaders are redefining power, driving inclusion, and rewiring the very foundations of the tech economy – and what this means for the next decade of innovation at the heart of the TechX Forum.
Discover the transformative power of Interbank Account Data Sharing (IADS) in the banking industry, where customers can securely share their account data with other banks, taking control of their financial information. Industry experts will share valuable insights on the exciting possibilities of IADS, from driving innovation to fostering growth in the fintech ecosystem. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of IADS and its impact on the future of banking.
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Insurance is no longer just about policies and premiums – it is about building an agile, digitally native enterprise that can thrive in a fast-changing world. This session explores how forward-thinking insurers are rewriting their “digital DNA” by embedding technology, data, and culture at the very core of their organisations.
As mainland enterprises' overseas development shifts from scale expansion to intensive cultivation, a striking transformation is reshaping international business strategies, generating more sophisticated market entry approaches, and forging a more sustainable global business landscape. This session will explore mainland enterprises' overseas expansion paths, identify effective tactics to break into foreign markets and discuss how institutions in Hong Kong could facilitate this journey through capital market access, financial services, and global connectivity.
当前，全球产业链正经历深度重构，中国企业出海也从 “规模扩张” 迈入 “精耕细作” 阶段。面对市场准入，文化差异，合规壁垒、技术适配等挑战，出海企业的基础设施搭建及本地化运营服务已成为企业全球竞争的核心能力。本场圆桌对话将结合前沿战略视角与实战经验分享，深入探讨企业开拓海外市场的有效策略。
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Watch the most exciting companies battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 700 applications, 60 top-scoring companies have been invited to pitch for the chance to be crowned Global Fast Track Winner. Deep-dive into each vertical competition on Monday, 3 November, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday, 4 November, to see who will reign supreme.
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Generative AI is rapidly transforming the insurance landscape, offering new possibilities for product design, customer engagement, and operational efficiency. This session explores whether these advancements represent a true innovation opportunity or a disruptive force, and how insurers can strategically adopt generative AI while managing risks, ethical considerations, and regulatory expectations.
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As the integration of the Greater Bay Area accelerates to unprecedented depths, a surging synergy of new dynamism is reconfiguring its development landscape, incubating trailblazing collaborative frameworks, and precipitating a dramatic evolution in its opportunity ecosystem. This panel will probe into how cross - border synergy is breaking down traditional barriers, identify the emerging opportunities across industries and regions and analyze how this integrated upgrading will redefine the growth trajectory of the Greater Bay Area.
随着粤港澳大湾区融合向纵深推进，前所未有的新动能正重塑区域发展格局，催生创新协作模式。该圆桌将聚焦跨境协同如何打破传统壁垒，挖掘跨行业、跨区域的新兴机遇，并剖析这场融合升级将如何重新定义大湾区的发展路径。
The rise of cross-border finance and digital currencies is accelerating the shift towards new payment infrastructures in Asia. This panel explores how technological innovation is enhancing interoperability between regional systems and supporting faster, more inclusive trade flows. Industry thought leaders will discuss the opportunities and regulatory challenges in building the next generation of payment rails.
As ecosystems grow across finance, retail, and mobility, insurance must be invisible yet indispensable. This discussion explores how embedded insurance is reshaping distribution, partnerships, and customer expectations across Asia.
*This session will take place in Mandarin
*比赛将以普通话进行
Catch the dedicated Mainland China Track of the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition to see the most exciting FinTechs from across Mainland China battle it out on stage. There can only be one winner - join us to find out who it will be!
别错过！全球Fast Track计划路演大赛的中国内地赛道即将开赛。来自全国各地的顶尖金融科技企业将在舞台上一决高下，带来最激动人心的对决。最终胜者只有一位——加入我们，共同见证冠军的诞生！
Trade finance heavily relies on paper-based documents leading to inefficiency and difficulty in tracking and verifying transactions. With the increasing digitisation of data across the logistics and shipment value chain, the trade finance process can be more digitalised and supported by data-driven decisioning. The discussion will highlight how Project Cargox, a public-private collaboration, can help lenders to leverage cargo data to streamline and enhance trade finance processes, and how the project will develop digital solutions to improve accessibility to trade finance for SMEs.
Generative AI (GenA.I.) has the potential to enhance productivity in the financial services industry, whilst also posing emerging risks as the technology continues to evolve. It is therefore important to understand the challenges faced in integrating GenA.I. responsibly and the role of regulation in facilitating responsible adoption becomes pertinent.
As populations age and the silver economy gains momentum, the integration of digital health and financial wellness has become increasingly vital for improving the quality of life for older adults. This panel discussion will explore innovative strategies and solutions designed to enhance health outcomes while ensuring financial security for this demographic.
Cross-sector open data partnerships show promise for financial inclusion. Yet critical gaps persist: fragmented data formats hinder integration, and interoperability remains weak across systems. While unclear data governance in multi-sector partnerships complicates decision-making. These bottlenecks stall progress, making it vital to address standardisation, equitable access, and governance to unlock open data’s full potential for open innovation.
AI is redefining how institutions deliver value — from transforming client engagement to optimising capital flow and risk management. As China advances the RMB's internationalisation and digital pilots, Hong Kong stands at the nexus of this transformation, linking institutional capital with next-generation technology. This discussion explores how financial institutions and fintech leaders are building intelligent, data-driven financial networks that enhance cross-border connectivity, market access, and operational resilience.
Watch the most exciting companies battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 700 applications, 60 top-scoring companies have been invited to pitch for the chance to be crowned Global Fast Track Winner. Deep-dive into each vertical competition on Monday, 3 November, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday, 4 November, to see who will reign supreme.
Watch the most exciting companies battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 700 applications, 60 top-scoring companies have been invited to pitch for the chance to be crowned Global Fast Track Winner. Deep-dive into each vertical competition on Monday 3rd, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday to see who will reign supreme.
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Professor Hinton, the "Godfather of AI", will delve into his groundbreaking Mother AI theory, advocating the integration of maternal instincts into AI systems. This approach aims to ensure that AI genuinely cares for humanity rather than seeks to replace it. He will also explore the ethical challenges, strategies to mitigate the risks associated with AI, and the opportunities in creating systems aligned with human values. The session will further discuss the rapid advancement of technology and Asia's pivotal role in driving AI innovation.
*Professor Hinton will be joining via live video dial-in.
Hong Kong has made strides in bond tokenisation, with the world’s first tokenised government green bond and first multi-currency digital bond, followed by several corporate issuances on a digital assets platform operated by the Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU). Building on this, we continue to push the boundaries through scaling adoption.
Panel experts will discuss their motivations and experiences with tokenised issuances, highlighting both successes and challenges they have encountered, as well as the opportunities that lie ahead. They will also provide insights into the future landscape of digital bonds, exploring how these innovations can reshape the bond market.
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Legacy batch systems are giving way to AI-native open banking, where streaming data and real-time inference redefine credit, risk, and identity. This panel invites leaders from banking, fintech, and AI to discuss continuous scoring, privacy-conscious identity graphs, and the balance between speed, compliance, and explainability. Expect candid insights on what’s working at scale – and where the cracks still show.
Crypto trading faces a pivotal change. Centralised exchanges still dominate, offering scale, security, and institutional-grade infrastructure. At the same time, decentralised platforms are gaining traction, promising transparency, innovation, and greater financial sovereignty. This panel will examine the implications of these shifts for retail and institutional investors, as well as the potential evolution of future market structures.
A live 20-minute showcase where tomorrow’s founders pitch their own FutureTech ideas in AI, sustainability, and blockchain-inspired innovation. In this fast-paced demo hosted by Y [ Education ], young entrepreneurs share bold ideas proving that FutureTech thinking starts early.
本环节由 Y [Education] 主办，创业新星们将现场推介其在人工智能、可持续发展及区块链创新领域的未来科技创意，并以大胆构想诠释未来科技的发展方向。
The FinTech Association of Hong Kong’s AI Advisory council provides a perspective on how Hong Kong will need to move forward to deliver on the value of AI in the city. This session examines how Hong Kong will need to develop its ecosystems, talent, market and regulation to allow Hong Kong to remain competitive in this fast moving area.
Global SMEs continue to face friction in accessing capital, managing compliance, and executing cross-border payments. AI and data-driven platforms are transforming SME finance by digitising supply chains, automating KYC and risk assessments, and enabling faster, more transparent access to working capital and cross-border liquidity. This session invites fintech innovators and financial institutions to explore how technology is modernising SME finance, reducing operational friction, and unlocking new growth opportunities in global commerce.
As digital assets evolve from niche markets to institutional-grade products, new infrastructure, trading platforms, and custody solutions are reshaping capital markets across regions. Innovators explore how tokenised real-world assets, DeFi lending pools, derivatives trading, and secure custody are converging to create scalable, compliant, and liquid financial ecosystems. And how to leverage Hong Kong’s role as a hub for institutional digital finance, cross-border regulatory collaboration, and opportunities for multi-jurisdictional market connectivity in Asia and beyond.
Small and medium-sized enterprises are the backbone of Asia’s economy, yet many face persistent barriers to capital and digital financial services. This session invites industry leders to explore how innovations are bridging these gaps, empowering SMEs with accessible, efficient, and scalable financing. The discussion highlights strategies to unlock growth, enhance financial resilience, and drive inclusive economic impact across underserved markets.
The rapid evolution and growth of crypto-asset markets underscores the importance of the robust and globally consistent regulatory measures to support safe and responsible innovation, while addressing the associated risks. The Financial Stability Board has found significant gaps and inconsistencies in how jurisdictions are implementing the FSB regulatory framework for crypto-asset markets and global stablecoins, and this creates opportunities for regulatory arbitrage and complicates oversight of the inherently global and fast-moving crypto-asset market. This session will invite key stakeholders in the international financial sector to discuss the global progress in implementing frameworks for crypto-assets and global stablecoins, the implementation gaps and policy challenges, as well as the direction of their future work in this area.
This session explores how leading institutions are reinventing personal banking, balancing trust, technology, and regulation to deliver seamless cross-border access. Hear how pioneers are shaping the next generation of personalised, borderless financial experiences.
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Amid shifting global liquidity, intensifying competition in technologies, and the accelerating adoption of AI, Asia is entering a new growth cycle. This session unpacks how capital markets, hardware innovation, and deep tech industry stay competitive in a rapidly changing landscape shaped by technological advancement.
As digital finance, AI, and tokenisation reshape the global economy, investors are redefining how innovation is funded and scaled. This session explores how venture and institutional capital are converging to power the next wave of fintech and digital growth and how Hong Kong is emerging as the bridge connecting East and West.
Project Ensemble is exploring innovative applications of tokenised deposits and tokenised money market funds to enable real-time treasury and liquidity management. In one key use case, Ant International, HSBC, and SCB are collaborating to demonstrate how tokenisation can transform the way organisations address global treasury and liquidity needs, heralding a new era of speed, efficiency, and transparency in financial operations.
AI is making elite wealth management accessible to all. From generative AI crafting bespoke portfolios to tokenisation democratising high-value assets, technology is levelling the financial playing field. But with great power comes risk: Can we trust the algorithms? This session discovers how AI redefines exclusivity, empowers new investors, and forces private banks and wealth managers to innovate – or the other way.
As Chinese and Asian talent rises, along with advancements in AI and other technologies, how are global investors repositioning themselves for the markets in Asia and China? How will the ecosystem and competition evolve or undergo structural changes? The past 20-30 years have been characterised by global firms bringing their expertise to the region. What are the implications for both global and local firms in the next decade?
随着中国及亚洲人才的崛起，以及AI等技术的发展，全球投资者将如何调整布局以应对亚洲特别是中国市场的变化？生态格局与行业竞争将如何演变，又会带来哪些结构性变革？
What will the future digital money ecosystem look like? What are the differences between new forms of publicly and privately issued digital money, such as e-HKD and tokenised deposits, and how could they add value to individuals and corporates? Our expert panel will delve into the opportunities and challenges identified during the e-HKD Pilot Programme, highlighting the requirements that need to be in place to unlock the full potential of e-HKD and tokenised deposits. This session will offer a unique opportunity to gain practical insights into the complexities of a future-proof digital money ecosystem.
The FinTech Innovation Lab Asia-Pacific is a highly competitive, annual accelerator program that helps growth-stage startups to refine and test their value proposition with the support of the world’s leading financial institutions. Build connections with relevant decision-makers in the fintech industry, gain valuable insights to take your business to the next level, and increase your visibility with the people who matter.
From AI-driven creativity to the rise of Web3 ecosystems, a new wave of digital innovation is reshaping how people create, connect, and invest. This session explores how Hong Kong can position itself at the crossroads of AI and Web3. Hear how entrepreneurs and policymakers are building the next generation of digital economy infrastructure and what it means for Asia’s future in the global innovation race.
As financial markets adopt AI-driven decision engines, quantum computing threatens to upend cryptographic standards, and digital assets gain traction as mainstream products, the foundations of security, transparency, and integrity are being rewritten. Join industry leaders to examine how emerging technologies are reshaping the safeguards of modern finance. From quantum-safe cryptography and explainable AI in risk models, to custody solutions for digital assets and the ethical frameworks.
Central banks worldwide are exploring tokenisation through a variety of approaches and innovations. This session will feature insights from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), Banque de France, the Bank of Thailand, the BISIH HK Centre and the Central Bank of Brazil, showcasing how different institutions are shaping the development of this emerging field.
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Pilots such as UPI, DuitNow, and mBridge are pushing Asia toward instant payments at scale. Yet adoption is uneven – smaller markets face high integration costs, inconsistent settlement frameworks, and limited cross-border interoperability. This panel examines how to close these gaps so real-time payments work seamlessly across Asia’s fragmented financial landscape.
度小满CEO朱光将通用人工智能（AGI）技术浪潮之下，AGI技术将如何影响行业格局、为行业和企业带来哪些新机遇，并对金融机构如何拥抱AGI技术、把握新机遇分享观点和建议.
AI is changing everything from investment decisions to customer experiences, the frontier question is no longer if machines can outperform—but how humans should collaborate with them.This forward-looking discussion brings together banking innovators and AI trailblazers to explore how humans and machines can work smarter together. Expect insights on ethics, creativity, and the evolving balance between technology-driven efficiency and human intelligence at the heart of modern finance.
Against the backdrop of China's advancing "AI Plus initiative," a profound transformation is reshaping industries, unlocking unprecedented business opportunities, and charting a new course for technological evolution.This panel will conduct an in-depth exploration of the "AI Plus initiative“, pinpoint the fresh business opportunities awaiting enterprises and analyze how this strategic initiative will redefine the contours of the industry.
在中国 “人工智能 +” 行动持续推进的背景下，一场深刻变革正重塑行业格局，既催生了前所未有的商业机遇，也为技术发展指明了新方向。本场圆桌将深入解读 “人工智能 +” 行动，挖掘企业可把握的全新商机，并分析这一战略将如何重新定义行业形态。
Deep tech breakthroughs – from quantum computing to biotech and advanced materials – demand patient capital, strategic partnerships, and international bridges with multi-stakeholder alignment. This session explores how ecosystems from Asia and beyond are building shared platforms for innovation. Industry leaders discuss how to design sustainable cross-border frameworks that empower startups through Hong Kong, attract global investors, and accelerate the scale-up of transformative technologies worldwide.
The future of banking lies in transforming the core—where legacy systems evolve into agile, data-driven, and intelligent platforms. From tokenisation and digital cash to AI-powered personalisation and platform partnerships, banks are rearchitecting their foundations to thrive in the digital era. This session gathers industry leaders to explore how incumbents and innovators are modernising core banking infrastructure, leveraging partnerships, and building trusted ecosystems that balance innovation, efficiency, and regulation.
Amid the deep integration of finance and artificial intelligence, a revolutionary shift is redefining financial services, spawning novel operational models and paving the way for a smarter financial ecosystem. This panel will carry out a thorough investigation into the integration of AI in finance, identify the emerging growth prospects for financial institutions, and examine how this technological synergy will reshape the landscape of the financial industry.
随着金融与人工智能的深度融合，行业数字化转型加速推进，金融服务正迎来前所未有的变革。本场圆桌将聚焦AI在金融领域的应用前景，探讨其如何驱动业务创新，助力构建更智慧的金融生态。
As Asia accelerates its net-zero transition, how can capital be mobilised effectively to balance growth with decarbonisation? This session brings together industry leaders to explore how institutional and private investors can work in tandem to fund climate innovation, align with green taxonomies, and drive measurable impact.
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It's well known that AI in its various forms holds vast potential across the financial markets value chain. But what's best to deploy where - traditional AI, Generative AI or Agentic AI? And is it better to deploy AI to enhance efficiency, increase revenue, or both? Our panellists will delve into the details on how AI is currently being used from front to back office in the financial markets and the associated implementation considerations, while looking ahead to where the most promising and transformational opportunities lie in the coming years, with a focus on where it can best meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders while simultaneously justifying the investment.
Emerging markets such as Southeast Asia are transforming how money moves – from cash-based and OTC payments to mobile money, instant transfers, and regulated tokenised assets. This session brings together leaders from banking, fintech, and payment networks to explore how digital infrastructure is enabling inclusion and cross-border trade at scale. Discover how institutions are reimagining transaction banking, liquidity, and interoperability to support SMEs, mobile-first consumers, and the next wave of financial innovation across one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
Showcase how the next evolution of finance isn’t “TradFi vs. crypto” - it’s TradFi through crypto. Position Bitpanda Technology Solutions as the infrastructure enabling banks, brokers, and wealth platforms to offer digital assets safely and seamlessly. Also focus on regulatory clarity, licensed operations, and institutional-grade trust as key pillars.
Web3 promises security through decentralisation, but hidden threats lurk everywhere. From smart contract vulnerabilities to infrastructure attacks and social engineering, billions are at risk. Join top security experts as they expose the real dangers and share practical strategies to protect yourself in the Web3 ecosystem.
As global capital increasingly flows toward sustainable assets, investors are facing both unprecedented opportunities and growing complexity. From regulatory shifts and evolving ESG frameworks to the integration of technology and data-driven decision-making, the landscape of sustainable investing is rapidly transforming. This panel brings together leaders from insurance, investment, and fintech to explore how institutions are aligning long-term capital with environmental and social goals.
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As innovation accelerates across the globe, emerging sectors such as green technology, digital assets, AI, and Web3 are capturing the attention of venture capital investors seeking the next frontier of growth. From Asia to the rest of the world, shifting consumer behaviours, evolving regulatory landscapes, and government strategies aimed at tech-driven sovereignty are fuelling a new era of high-potential opportunities. This session will explore trends in early-stage investing, cross-border collaboration, and Hong Kong’s pivotal role as a launchpad for international startups and a bridge between global capital and regional innovation.
Against the backdrop of the rapid penetration of AI into various business scenarios, the traditional consumer relationship model is facing an inevitable transformation. This session will discuss practical paths to balance AI-driven efficiency with loyalty-based consumer connections in the new era.
随着人工智能快速融入商业生态，传统的客户关系模式正迎来深刻变革。本场圆桌将探讨如何在智能时代实现效率与温度的双赢，打造更具忠诚度的新型消费者连接。
As fintech unicorns evolve, they are no longer just disruptors but ecosystem builders, shaping financial access across multiple markets. This session examines how unicorns from various markets are expanding beyond their home turf—navigating regulations, partnerships, and cultural nuances. The discussion reveals how scaling responsibly can fuel both growth and financial inclusion.
Fintech innovations are transforming ESG reporting from a regulatory burden into a strategic advantage. This session discovers how technologies are streamlining compliance, redefining transparency and trust in sustainable finance. And learn why companies failing to adopt these tools risk falling behind, and real-world examples of turning ESG data into measurable business value.
Everyone is talking about AI, but how much of the hype is translating into measurable impact? This session cuts through the noise to examine where AI is truly delivering in both insurance and healthcare – from personalised health ecosystems and predictive care, to smarter risk prevention and customer engagement. Leaders will share what’s working, what isn’t, and the lessons learned from scaling AI in two of the most data-rich, highly regulated industries.
The Grand Finale of the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition will see our 6 finalists take to the stage for a thrilling final showdown! Each company has already won their own vertical semi-final, and they are now pitching one more time for the glory of becoming the Global Fast Track Winner 2025. Watch them bring their very best onstage in front of our expert judges, then join us straight after for the award ceremony for the Winner.
Data in the AI era isn’t just fuel—it’s a double-edged sword. Watch as unbridled efficiency chases innovation, only to trip over unforeseen risks: regulatory minefields, eroded trust, and systems that excel at speed but crash on accuracy. This session will dissect real-world standoffs where companies raced ahead with AI, reaping short-term gains before paying steep prices for unguarded data. Then, we’ll unpack balanced frameworks that let efficiency thrive without blindfolding risk mitigation—from adaptive governance models to real-time compliance tools. Walk away with a playbook to make data dance to both tunes: driving breakthroughs while keeping guardrails visible.
在AI时代，数据既是生产力，也暗藏风险。企业在追求效率与创新的同时，若忽视数据治理，往往会触碰监管红线、失去用户信任，甚至因系统失控付出高昂代价。本场圆桌将通过真实案例，深入探讨如何在提效的同时构建灵活、可持续的数据治理体系，实现创新与风险防控的双赢。
As financial institutions rush to adopt AI, the challenge is no longer experimentation but embedding AI into core operations while maintaining trust, compliance, and resilience. This session brings together financial and tech leaders to explore how financial institutions can redesign their operating models, modernise infrastructure, and reimagine talent to thrive in a volatile, tech-driven decade ahead.
As financial institutions face mounting demand to modernize, this panel dives into how AI and decentralized technologies are solving persistent industry pain points—from index data management, risk management and market accessibility. Experts will share how these technologies are not just buzzwords but practical tools driving measurable impact. The discussion will also cover how Hong Kong’s FinTech ecosystem is uniquely positioned to lead in this transformation.
From voice cloning to digital avatars, AI is rapidly reshaping personal identity — and raising urgent questions around consent, ownership, and monetisation. This panel brings together experts in AI ethics, cybersecurity, and regulation to debate how societies can navigate a world where seeing is no longer enough to believe. What safeguards are needed for finance services? How can authenticity be verified without stifling innovation?
Hong Kong introduced its new digital asset ordinance earlier this year, making the city one of the first markets globally to regulate fiat-backed issuers. This session delivers insights on how regulation drives real-world Web3 adoption. How can Hong Kong lead the global transition to programmable money, address bridging regulatory ambition with market readiness and infrastructure requirements? Join us to learn, engage, and help shape the future of tokenised money in Hong Kong.
As AI fever grips global markets, venture capital faces a paradox: intelligence has never been more accessible, yet true insight feels scarcer than ever. With capital chasing every “AI-powered” idea, valuations are inflating faster than fundamentals can catch up. In this conversation, two leading venture investors explore whether the pursuit of alpha is being rewritten, or erased, in an era where algorithms predict, automate, and replicate at scale. Is this the dawn of a new investment paradigm, or just the smartest bubble the industry has ever seen?
With the accelerating convergence of artificial intelligence and low - altitude operations, a transformative upheaval is reshaping the landscape of low - altitude domains, giving rise to groundbreaking technical paradigms and fueling a sweeping scenario revolution. This panel will delve deeply into AI's penetration in breaking through low - altitude barriers, pinpoint the burgeoning opportunities emerging in related scenarios, and analyze how this technological breakthrough will revolutionize the development pattern of the low - altitude industry.
人工智能与低空经济的紧密结合，催生了众多创新技术和丰富的应用场景。本场圆桌将聚焦AI技术在低空经济领域的应用与突破，并深入剖析其对低空产业未来发展的深远影响。
As Hong Kong increases green finance initiatives, there’s momentum for startups to help corporates meet ESG goals. This panel looks at carbon capture, waste-to-energy, and supply chain decarbonisation.
From healthcare to financial planning to technology, longevity is reshaping how societies and industries prepare for the future. What does it take to design systems, services, and innovations that support people across extended lifespans? This session dives into the opportunities and challenges of creating solutions that meet the needs of the world’s fastest-ageing region.
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As digital banking expands across emerging markets, creating experiences that feel intuitive for every user, from seasoned traders to first-time mobile money users, is critical. This session explores how data-driven insights, advanced analytics, and human-centred design can deliver scalable, engaging, and trustworthy digital experiences across diverse languages, cultures, and literacy levels.
This panel discussion aims to explore new pathways for the internationalisation of the RMB in the context of e-CNY development, with particular focus on the strategic positioning of e-CNY amid China’s financial opening and the RMB’s internationalisation. It will analyze Hong Kong’s unique edge and practical experience, as well as the potential applications of e-CNY in cross border trade and other scenarios, thereby fostering deep dialogue among industry, academia, and regulatory authorities.
此次圆桌论坛旨在探讨数字货币发展背景下的人民币国际化新路径，特别是数字货币在中国金融开放和人民币国际化背景下的战略定位，分析香港的独特地区优势和实践经验，以及数字货币在跨境贸易等场景应用中的可能性，促进业界、学界和监管部门的深度对话。
Institutional investors are increasingly turning to tokenisation to unlock liquidity and expand access to traditionally illiquid asset classes such as private credit, real estate, and infrastructure. This session brings together global investment leaders to explore how technology is reshaping the market for alternatives, from improving efficiency to enabling fractional ownership.
Asia has the talent, scale, and demand to be a leader in drug innovation, but regulatory and trial inefficiencies often hold progress back. This session explores how smarter clinical trial design, cross-border collaboration, and R&D-friendly regulation can accelerate drug development and bring breakthroughs to patients faster.
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From AI-enabled finance to venture-backed innovation, collaboration between Hong Kong and the Middle East is gaining momentum. This session examines how both ecosystems can jointly accelerate tech adoption, foster talent exchange, and build a connected pipeline of capital, innovation, and opportunity.
AI's role in financial services has evolved from streamlining operations to shaping how people build their financial futures. With generative AI, banks can now deliver hyper-personalised lending, mortgage, and investment advice, automate complex processes, and create more intuitive customer journeys. This session explores how GenAI is transforming both retail and wealth, redefining trust, personalisation, and financial well-being for the next generation of clients.
As digital assets move from the fringes of finance to the core of global markets, institutional and sovereign players are reshaping the crypto landscape. This conversation explores how regulatory evolution, large-scale adoption, and market maturity are converging to define the next era of crypto. From record highs to sudden corrections, the discussion examines what these cycles reveal about the sector’s true resilience, and what lasting legitimacy and long-term value might look like in the world’s most dynamic financial frontier.
The era of blockchain pilots is giving way to real-world deployment across payments, capital markets, and infrastructure. Learn how innovators are moving from proof-of-concept to scalable platforms, leveraging Hong Kong’s regulatory frameworks, fintech ecosystem, and connectivity as a gateway for cross-regional deployment. Industry leaders discuss operational challenges, regulatory considerations, and collaborative opportunities as blockchain evolves into a foundation for global, cross-border finance.
Against the backdrop of ongoing globalization and the deep integration of the Greater Bay Area, tech startups are experiencing unprecedented opportunities to expand internationally. This panel will focus on Hong Kong’s unique role as a “globalization hub” in this process. Bringing together top investors, innovation leaders, and seasoned scholars, the conversation aims to break through the barriers faced by tech firms on their global journey and explore how leveraging Hong Kong’s strategic position, capital, and technological advantages can propel their rise on the world stage.
在全球化浪潮与大湾区深度融合的双重背景下，科创企业正迎来前所未有的出海机遇。本次圆桌对话将聚焦于香港在此进程中扮演的独一无二的“全球化枢纽”角色。本次对话汇聚了顶尖投资人、科创领袖与资深学者，旨在共同为内地企业的全球化之路“破局”，探寻一条借力香港、插上资本与技术翅膀的腾飞之道。
Early-stage healthtech founders face unique hurdles in convincing investors of both commercial viability and clinical impact. This session brings together entrepreneurs and VCs to share candid lessons on navigating Asia’s fundraising landscape – from seed to Series A – and what it really takes to secure capital in this sector.
Generative AI is redefining how consumers experience financial services, from banking and lending to fintech and insurance. This panel invites industry leaders to explore how AI is powering personalisation, predictive insights, and intelligent automation across customer journeys. Discover how top institutions are using data-driven AI models to simplify loan and mortgage processes, enhance credit decisions, and deliver seamless digital experiences that build trust in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.
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Tokenisation and cybersecurity are emerging as cornerstones of the digital asset ecosystem's success. This panel brings together industry leaders to examine how tokenised assets are revolutionizing investment opportunities and the advanced cybersecurity strategies essential for safeguarding digital assets. From innovative financial products underpinned by blockchain technology to ensuring robust security and liquidity in this rapidly evolving space, the discussion will offer actionable insights for building a resilient and sustainable digital future.
As AI technology continues to advance, integrating intelligence into physical forms is becoming a key frontier in innovation. This panel will explore how robots operate in complex, ever-changing environments—how they perceive, learn, and act—and how they collaborate with humans to create new possibilities in fields such as manufacturing, healthcare and services.
随着人工智能技术的不断突破，将AI赋予实体正成为技术发展的前沿。本场圆桌将探讨机器人如何在复杂、动态的环境中感知、学习与行动，如何与人类协作，并在制造、医疗、服务等领域开辟全新应用空间。
As crypto trading expands globally, this session will discuss the challenges and opportunities of scaling platforms while addressing regional regulations, user adoption, and cross-border trading solutions. Hear from the leaders shaping the global crypto trading landscape.
HealthTech innovation is reshaping global healthcare, from diagnostics and digital platforms to patient-centred solutions. This session brings together leaders and innovators from across the sector to discuss how next-generation technologies can improve accessibility, enhance outcomes, and scale globally from Hong Kong to the world.
This panel pulls back the curtain on the competitive reality of scaling in Asia: Why do investors secretly bet on resilient founders over “bulletproof” pitch decks? How do founders in Mumbai, Jakarta, or Shanghai turn setbacks into growth accelerants? And what hard truths separate startups that fizzle from those that dominate? Featuring battle-tested founders, investors, and operators from across the region, this session dives into the founder-centric realities that no playbook can teach.
The space tech sector is set for rapid growth but faces steep financing challenges due to high costs, risks, and niche dynamics. This panel brings together experts in venture capital, asset financing, tokenization, and banking to explore solutions – from de-risking investments and broadening asset access to fintech innovations and Hong Kong’s role as a global financial hub. Attendees will gain practical insights into navigating space tech financing and unlocking new opportunities in this emerging frontier.
This session explores the latest cybersecurity trends, and lessons learned from real-world incidents. Experts will discuss how emerging technologies like AI and blockchain are reshaping both defense strategies and vulnerabilities, with a special look at the growing risks in the digital asset space. And assess whether current regulatory approaches are keeping pace and highlight the best methodologies to help businesses stay ahead in today’s ever-changing cyber landscape.
Gaming is more than entertainment – it's a creative economy driver, cultural force, and innovation playground. This panel explores how game studios, streaming platforms, and IP holders are shaping new monetisation models and fan engagement across Asia. We’ll also touch on esports, community building, and the growing importance of Asia in global game strategy.
The Ministry of Investment (MISA) plays a crucial role in the fintech sector by creating an investment-friendly environment in line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, attracting investment in digital and financial technology, and streamlining processes for investors. While other government bodies like the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and the Capital Market Authority (CMA) handle the technical and regulatory aspects, MISA focuses on the broader investment landscape, making it a supportive partner for fintech companies looking to establish or grow in the Kingdom.
