*this session will be conducted in Mandarin with simultaneous interpretation available
*this session will take place in Mandarin
In just 11 months since its launch, the dYdX chain has facilitated over US$225 billion in crypto derivatives trading volume. Charles d'Haussy demonstrates how this remarkable expansion is driven by rapid governance decisions and active involvement from token holders.
The existing monopoly on computational resources has restricted AI development, allowing only a few researchers to participate in pretraining LLMs. To democratise AI development and foster innovation for the greater good, Prof. Yang is leveraging her research and extensive industry experience to introduce a new machine learning system where the foundation model evolves by integrating top-ranked domain-specific models, irrespective of their pre-training structures. This evolution leverages inputs from high-quality domain-specific models and scalable ranking algorithms to create a robust foundation model that supports a wide array of applications with much cheaper GPU costs. In this session, she delves into this foundation model and shares her practical advice with industry practitioners.
*This session will take place in Mandarin
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!
This insightful session provides an in-depth look at Baichuan, one of China’s AI unicorns, and its ambitions to develop leading large language models (LLMs). It explores the competitive landscape, highlighting the advantages and growth opportunities for Chinese LLMs. The discussion also focuses on the transformative potential of AI within the financial industry, exploring how tech companies, financial institutions, and regulators can responsibly embrace generative AI as well as the future of fintech and how global partnerships can drive digital transformation.
Hosted by: Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Watch the most exciting FinTechs battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 500 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 28, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday to see who will reign supreme.
Watch the most exciting FinTechs battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 500 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 28, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday to see who will reign supreme.
*this session will take place in Mandarin
This session invites industry and institutional experts to discuss how digital tools can empower financial institutions and corporations in climate risk assessment and data management. We will explore solutions to challenges such as Scope 3 emissions disclosure, supply chain management, and SME information disclosure, as well as the provision of trustworthy registration and trading platforms for carbon finance products. The discussion will also cover leveraging FinTech's strengths to accelerate the development of a green fintech ecosystem and enhance carbon market liquidity, and strengthening international cooperation on green and sustainable finance.
*This session will take place in Mandarin
In the context of globalisation and the Belt and Road Initiative, Chinese companies are entering a "Great Voyage 3.0 era". Formulating effective international strategies, addressing compliance and risk management in cross-border operations, and leveraging technological innovation to enhance competitiveness have become critical challenges for business leaders.
Watch the most exciting FinTechs battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 500 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 28, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday to see who will reign supreme.
Hosted by: Hong Kong Monetary Authority
*this session will be conducted in Mandarin with simultaneous interpretation available
Watch the most exciting FinTechs battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 500 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 28, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday to see who will reign supreme.
The eMPF Platform is a large-scale ground-breaking fintech project in Hong Kong. By standardizing, streamlining and automating the scheme administration processes, the eMPF Platform will reshape the MPF ecosystem, bringing about a new digital era for the MPF System. Through the adoption of new technologies, the eMPF Platform will provide comprehensive MPF scheme administration services to 4.75 million MPF scheme members and 366,000 employers, enabling them to benefit from the much enhanced efficiency, substantial cost savings and unprecedented user experience.
*this session will be conducted in Mandarin with simultaneous interpretation available
A spinning wheel picks a random headline from recent fintech news for our panel of industry pros to debate.
Watch the most exciting FinTechs battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 500 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 28, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday to see who will reign supreme.
Hosted by: Hong Kong Monetary Authority
*this session will be conducted in Mandarin with simultaneous interpretation available
In the long term, the Greater Bay Area (GBA) is expected to undergo accelerated change, driven by innovation and increasing integration of onshore and offshore markets. This will lead to growth in cross-border trade finance, payment, and B2C Fintech companies, fuelled by the increasing flows of people and data. To remain competitive, financial institutions and fintech companies must adapt and leverage emerging technologies to drive business growth in the region. This panel will explore the strategic implications of this changing landscape and the key considerations for navigating it
*This session will take place in Mandarin
The session will cover the opportunities and risks that frontier technologies will bring about the financial services industry. With the help of industry experts, the discussion will focus on the role of these technologies for the development of the broader digital asset and Web3 ecosystem in Hong Kong. Regulatory considerations will be also covered with reference to the local and international experience.
*this session will take place in Mandarin
Dr. Yan will explore the evolution, applications, and future prospects of Web3 technology, particularly its role in Real-World Assets (RWA) and integrating the real and digital economies. She will deep dive into global asset tokenisation challenges and introduce AntChain's Financial-Grade Trusted Digital Twin Technology, which aims to transform the financial system with credible and transparent technology. Join us for insights into how Web3 can shape the future of asset management and economic integration.
Watch the most exciting FinTechs battle it out on stage in the Global Fast Track Pitching Competition! From over 500 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 28, then catch the Grand Finale on Tuesday to see who will reign supreme.
We've gathered top experts from the investment world to discuss the investment opportunities AI presents in the region and globally , and how it will shape the future of financial institutions. The three panelists are not only veterans in the financial sector but also possess a deep understanding of certain scientific disciplines or the power of the AI revolution.
*this session will take place in Mandarin
Tailored to the needs of large-scale enterprise applications, Ant Group's AI portfolio encompasses many areas, including foundation model, multimodal models, digital avatars and knowledge-based decision-making, encompassing key core technologies from discriminative to generative AI. Mr. Wang will delve into the three key challenges Ant is committed to overcoming and share its latest advancements, including the surge of AI Agents, AI security and the issue of data scarcity.
Digital bond as an innovative format of bond issuance and investment has moved beyond proof-of-concept to real transactions. In Hong Kong, the success of two rounds of tokenised government green bond issuances has catalysed private sector adoption, with corporate issuers implementing or starting to explore DLT-powered bond offerings. Globally, use cases are also extending to related markets such as repo and funds.
Our distinguished panel of experts will delve into the latest advancements in tokenisation, the public sector and private sector perspectives of driving market adoption, as well as the future possibilities of this technology in redefining the bond market and beyond.
*This session will take place in Mandarin
*this session will take place in Mandarin
This panel dives into three projects by the BIS Innovation Hub Hong Kong centre on data portability, data analytics and data privacy -
Project Aperta: enabling cross-border data portability through open finance interoperability
Project Aurum Phase 2: exploring CBDC privacy to demonstrate how technology can protect personal data in the CBDC space
Project Insight: monitoring global supply chain developments using granular data
Unlock the secrets to operating a compliant and successful crypto business with exclusive insights from the first HK SFC Fintech Head & Licensing Director and draftsman of HK crypto regulations. Gain expert knowledge on obtaining necessary licences, motivating intricate regulatory landscapes and ensuring ongoing compliance. Find answers to critical questions: should you get a licence? In which jurisdiction to get a licence? What type of licence is necessary? How do you secure it? Post-licence ongoing compliance?
A contest among three visionaries from the Fintech Association of Hong Kong to see who's got the most likely idea about fintech in 2030 - as chosen by the audience!