2025 Community Events

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is bringing together subject-matter-experts, traditional finance leaders, and regulatory policy experts to discuss how to leverage stablecoins to drive next-generation financial products and services. Participants will gain in-depth understanding of stablecoin technology fundamentals, payment finance, tokenized real-world assets (RWA), and other hot topics and application prospects, as well as different stakeholders' insights on future trends and challenges.

Join us for an exclusive afternoon of connections, insights, and opportunities at AWS VC Day during Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025. This premier event brings together leading venture capitalists, innovative startups, and industry pioneers to shape the future of AI.

As the world’s financial hubs define the future of digital assets, Hong Kong is emerging as a driving force behind the next generation of financial infrastructure. Join Elliptic, RigSec, and One Infinity by OneDegree for an exclusive event where we’ll explore how collaboration, compliance, and innovation are unlocking institutional adoption of stablecoins.

IPEM (International Private Equity Market), the premier relationship broker for global private equity. This year it marks the official launch of IPEM Asia, led personally by its founder, who will bring a delegation from Europe and the Middle East to visit Hong Kong. We look forward to fostering in-depth exchanges and collaboration with HK community.

As the global financial landscape embraces innovation, we cordially invite you to the "FinTech Networking Event: The Future of Money," held during Hong Kong FinTech Week. Join us as we delve into the transformative power of tokenisation, digital currency, digital assets, and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). This event, jointly organised by the FinTech Association of Hong Kong, Shenzhen FinTech Association, and Zhongguancun Fintech Industry Development Alliance, with DBS Hong Kong as supporting organization, brings together industry leaders. It offers a unique opportunity to connect with great minds and gain unparalleled insights into the future and development of FinTech. Join us at Summit View 58 at Hopewell Hotel for an unforgettable evening of engaging discussions, networking, insights, delicious refreshments, and drinks.

Join us for The Flavor of Fintech Asia – Book Launch, an exclusive evening exploring how Asia is redefining the future of finance. Author Harlan Cockburn’s latest volume journeys from Türkiye to Japan, uncovering the region’s bold fintech innovations and cultural diversity. Presented by András Rung, CEO of Ergomania, the event invites you to connect with fintech, banking, and design professionals over fine Hungarian wine and inspiring conversation. 📅 5 November 2025 | Hong Kong

On November 5th, the doors open at Nox Cocktail Bar, Central, and Hong Kong’s most ambitious crypto teams will trade their lanyards for real drinks and real deals, face-to-face with the Legacy Tech giants and institutional buyers who power TradFi.

🔺 Avalanche Team1 Connect Hong Kong is coming during #HKFinTechWeek! Dive deep into the Avalanche ecosystem and the booming RWA wave. Featuring speakers from Ava Labs, Chainlink, Gate, Animoca Brands’ NUVA, zkMe, Pharos, and AWS.

Join us for an exclusive cocktail reception in Hong Kong, exploring the transformative role of Real-World Assets (RWA) and Stablecoins in the future of finance. This event will bring together industry leaders, regulators, and innovators to discuss the integration of traditional and decentralized finance, regulatory advancements, and Hong Kong’s strategic position in shaping global digital asset markets. Network with pioneers and discover opportunities at the intersection of stability and innovation.

WestK’s flagship annual music event returns in its 7th edition This November, Freespace Jazz Fest returns for the seventh year with four days of indoor and outdoor performances showcasing top local and international jazz, pop and world music. Over the long weekend, free and ticketed events take place on multiple stages in and around Freespace and the Art Park. Join us to explore new sounds, soak up the festival atmosphere, and show your support for a brilliant new generation of jazz artists.

We will be discussing Building Trust in the Stablecoin Economy with Yat Siu from Animoca Brands and Alessio Quaglini from HEX Trust. Join us at the Consulate General of France on November 6, 2025 at 8:30 AM for a morning filled with insightful conversations and networking opportunities.

Cyberport Venture Capital Forum 2025 (CVCF) is the premier event where visionary innovators meet strategic investors to ignite growth amid the rise of AI, digital assets, and shifting venture landscapes. Discover emerging market dynamics, explore inspiring journeys of innovators turning bold ideas into impactful ventures, and connect with industry leaders shaping the future. Join CVCF 2025 to unlock fresh insights and bold pathways in tech innovation and investment.

The PWMA Wealth Management Summit is the premier wealth management industry wide event of the year, Under this year’s theme of “Expanding Horizons” – join 1,000+ senior executives, industry experts, regulators, and thought leaders as we explore how the private wealth management sector is broadening its perspectives to embrace growth, innovation, and global opportunities.

The Consulate General of Hungary in Hong Kong, Invest Hong Kong, and the Hungarian Innovation Agency cordially invite you to a networking morning reception featuring a pitching session with 6 innovative Hungarian companies. Light refreshments and Hungarian fine wines will also be served to further elevate the atmosphere. Participation is free of charge, but registration is required.

The Web3 Trust Summit brings together 300 senior executives to examine the growing role of ‘trust technologies’ in the digital asset ecosystem. Building on our inaugural Summit in 2024, the expanded 2025 Summit will address the applications of trust technologies across five critical infrastructure areas (Stablecoins, Exchanges, Custody solutions, Liquidity, and digital identity) that will strengthen Hong Kong’s role as an International Financial Centre and Global Web3 Hub, following Hong Kong’s Web3 Harbour Blueprint and regulatory roadmap. The Summit will feature five expert sessions co-created with industry partners that examine the operational challenges and technical requirements for building trusted infrastructure in each of these areas, as well as a fireside chat with a global web3 leader. ​The summit includes an invitation-only private luncheon with government officials and regulators to facilitate direct dialogue between private and public sector leaders.

This event unveils a groundbreaking RWA initiative, featuring the "Bitcoin Mining Fund" — tokenising mining hashrate to unlock Bitcoin rewards + DeFi staking yields — and seamlessly integrating crypto-native insurance solutions to hedge real-world risks. The session will dissect technical architectures, compliance frameworks, and yield optimisation models, with exclusive whitelist access to bridge crypto-powered growth and regulated stability. Join us to redefine the future of asset management.

Brunch and Connect with Blockdaemon and ETHGas ​Join us for an intimate brunch gathering designed to foster meaningful connections across the crypto & Web3 ecosystem. Whether you're a developer, investor, entrepreneur, or industry enthusiast, this is your chance to:

FSI's Board Director Training is a CPD accredited by The Law Society of Hong Kong, trusted by multinational firms, and taught by award-winning HKU professors. It is designed to cultivate effective leaders by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and mindset to lead their organizations through change to success.

Tokenization of Real-World Assets (RWA) is reshaping the global financial system with a trillion-dollar market scale. Hong Kong, leveraging its policy innovation (such as the HKMA's tokenized bond guidelines), technological integration (blockchain/ZKP applications), and capital aggregation advantages (accounting for 60% of Asia's virtual asset ETF management size), has emerged as the Asian hub for RWA. ​This event will focus on Hong Kong's unique role in cross-border liquidity, regulatory sandboxes, and industry chain consolidation, exploring how RWA can empower traditional finance and the real economy.

Prof. Roman Matousek will discuss in his lecture the provocative world of robo-advisory, questioning whether automated algorithms can truly be trusted with our financial decisions or if they represent a sophisticated form of deception. The session will cover the evolution and mechanics of robo-advisors, potential risks such as algorithmic biases and market vulnerabilities, real-world case studies of successes and pitfalls in automated investment platforms, and ethical considerations in AI-driven finance. The session will conclude with an engaging Q&A.

Join TradFi leaders and innovators for an exclusive evening exploring cutting-edge trading technologies—especially those bridging traditional finance to digital assets. We invites trading ecosystem partners to share the stage as guest speakers, offering rare access to insights from exchanges, buy-side firms, ISVs, prime brokers, and beyond. [we might add those speakers info here once confirmed, can add it later] This is your night to:-Discover alpha-generating tech reshaping capital markets • Network with the trading ecosystem’s sharpest minds • Gain firsthand perspectives on the future of finance Agenda 5:00 – 5:30 PM Registration & Welcome 5:30 – 6:00 PM Guest Speaker Sharing Afterwards - Networking & Happy Hour Limited seats. RSVP now to secure your spot at the intersection of TradFi and tomorrow’s markets.

If you’re a fund manager looking to raise capital or grow your team, this panel is designed for you. Join three industry veterans as they share candid, first-hand experiences from the front lines of Asia’s alternative investment world. 1. Capital Raising: Deconstructing the Fundraising Myth 2. Horror Stories: Brutal Lessons in Fund Management 3. The Illusion of the Halo Effect 4. Talent Strategy: Building Your First Critical Team This isn’t another theoretical discussion. Bring your questions, your skepticism, and your business cards for an unfiltered look at what it takes to survive and thrive in today’s capital raising environment.

To celebrate the occasion of the Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025, British Consulate-General Hong Kong will host a networking reception. The event is set to bring together founders, investors and key players in the FinTech industry with links to UK and Hong Kong for an evening of connection, discussion and networking.

Join our UK Tech Founders showcase, pitch and networking event at the Eaton Club, 3/F, Great Eagle Centre, 23 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, Hong Kong. In partnership with The British Chambers of Commerce Hong Kong and hosted by the Eaton Club, join our Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025 fringe event with Tech Founders from the United Kingdom who will showcase their Tech innovation and services. We are extending invitations to VIP guests, Trade Mission partners, Investors and local Tech Founders to join us. Our evening includes fireside chats alongside our UK Tech Founders sharing their Tech innovations. Our evening will conclude with a drinks reception kindly sponsored by Primasia.

​Jensen Matthews PR is proud to host an exclusive side event during the 10th anniversary of Hong Kong FinTech Week and StartmeupHK Festival, marking the official launch of our Hong Kong operations. ​This invite-only evening will bring together senior leaders from finance, AI, digital assets, policy, and investment to explore the growing business corridor between the Middle East and Hong Kong. Through curated keynotes, a fireside chat, and a thought-provoking panel discussion, we will spotlight cross-border innovation, capital flows, and the role of technology in shaping the next chapter of global finance. ​The program will close with a networking reception designed to foster meaningful connections among investors, founders, ecosystem leaders, and policymakers.

Maelstrom (a Family Office that invests in crypto startups) and Limitless (a fintech startup) are hosting a Silent Disco networking session from 6pm-9pm

Join us for "The Future of Capital," a candid investigative forum demystifying tokenization, PerpDex, and agentic systems in web3 and capital markets. Explore real-world asset tokenization, derivatives' impact on market resilience, AI's role in compliant finance, and regulatory insights from Hong Kong and beyond. Gain practical takeaways on custody, KYC, and oracles from industry leaders, builders, and policymakers. Network with founders, traders, and VCs—plus, enter to win a Ledger. Attend to unlock groundbreaking insights and seize your chance to wind a LEDGER.

This international forum will convene global and regional leaders from the public and private sectors to explore how digital organizational identity, interoperability, and trust infrastructure can enhance cross-border trade, SME financing, and financial inclusion. The event will feature keynote addresses, interactive panels, and roundtables with distinguished leaders, concluding with a showcase of innovative technology solutions developed by the finalists of GLEIF's vLEI Hackathon.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Virtual Assets (VA) transactions and VA exchanges, focusing on potential offences and associated risks. Participants will gain an understanding of the intricacies involved in conducting transactions with VAs and the regulatory landscape surrounding VA exchanges. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to identify and prevent potential offences in VA transactions and exchanges, ensuring a safer and more secure environment for virtual asset activities.

Unlock the Future of M&A in Asia Join industry experts from Speeda and Grant Thornton to explore Asia’s M&A landscape, emerging investment trends, and practical cross-border deal insights. Network with peers, get your questions answered, and gain actionable knowledge to drive smarter deals in China, Japan, and ASEAN.

​Join us for the HKDAS Career Day, a dynamic platform designed for young talents eager to dive into the exciting opportunities within the emerging Web3 landscape. Whether you are seeking internships, off-cycle placements, or full-time roles, this event will connect you with leading companies at the forefront of digital innovation.

Following the success of our first two RegTech Innovation Days, which brought together industry leaders, technology partners, and financial institutions to exchange insights on the future of compliance, FCC Analytics is pleased to invite you to the 3rd RegTech Innovation Day 2025. This year’s event will spotlight how Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming financial crime compliance — from investigation automation to knowledge-driven compliance support — helping financial institutions move confidently from exploration to production.

Venture Diplomacy at Sea: On November 7, the Entourage Yacht hosts an invitation-only convergence of Projects, Platforms, Protocols, and Capital where Founders, Investors, and Ecosystem Leaders gather beneath Hong Kong’s golden skyline to forge alliances, close deals, and shape the next financial frontiers. In partnership with IMPACTA [ Capital ], Finoverse, Coinstruct, WIN Investments, Web3 Harbour, MOST, VNTR, and Teleport, this exclusive sunset voyage brings together the sharpest minds across Venture, Sports, AI, and Web3. No stages. No panels. Just Venture Diplomacy — live, at sea.

FinTech, especially blockchain and RWA tokenization, presents both compliance challenges and commercial opportunities. Hosted by the Hong Kong Digital Finance Association and Payment Cards Group, this forum is for ROs and practitioners to explore turning compliance into returns and building new ecosystems. Join us to redefine the RO's future.

​Chart the future of frictionless finance! Join Finance District for an exclusive fintech happy hour diving into agentic payments—where AI agents handle autonomous transactions like never before. Perfect for institutions, devs, and innovators ready to toast during the Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025.

The "Future of Hong Kong" Forum began in 2023, with this year's edition themed "Convergence of Real and Digital, Assets and Blockchain," interpreting the financial innovation landscape under the new paradigm. Hong Kong's stable capital market and the digitization of Real-World Assets (RWA) are jointly becoming dual engines for corporate growth. On one hand, the Hong Kong stock market continues to provide robust financing support to enterprises through its mature regulations; on the other, blockchain technology for RWA has opened up a new financing channel for real-world economic assets. Driven by "Assets + Blockchain," Hong Kong is building a diverse, efficient, and future-oriented financial ecosystem that bridges tradition and innovation. This forum aims to bring together industry leaders to explore how enterprises can leverage Hong Kong's unique advantages to thrive in the integration of the physical and digital realms. The "Future Hong Kong" Innovation and Technology Competition, initiated in 2024, is an annual flagship event organized by the Hong Kong Technology Youth Association. As the first innovation and technology competition in Hong Kong primarily targeting mainland enterprises, it attracted over 200 mainland tech companies this year, focusing on cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and green energy. After multiple rounds of evaluation and pitch selection, 12 teams advanced to the finals, showcasing a series of solutions that combine technological innovation with commercial potential. The competition not only serves as a bridge for mainland tech companies to access overseas capital and markets but also fosters deeper collaboration between the two regions in technology transfer and industrial synergy, supporting Hong Kong's goal of becoming an international innovation and technology hub.

This event aims to attract international talent from the APAC, Europe, the US, and around the globe. Register now to fast-track your career by: Exploring the latest job opportunities available​ in eight key areas, including finance, innovation & technology, culture, trading, shipping, aviation, legal & dispute resolution, and intellectual property. Engaging with recruiters & hiring managers via one-to-one chats (text/ audio/ video) online Presenting your CV in front of recruiters at the pre-application stage

This seminar provides you with an update on the latest regulatory developments in the banking sector around sale and distribution of investment products (with a focus on green and sustainable investment products, as well as digital assets related products and tokenised products). In addition, the seminar will also cover recently introduced facilitative measures on the selling process under the Cross-boundary Wealth Management Connect Pilot Scheme.

For hedge fund managers and allocators. Join us for a pickleball-powered networking night: ✅ Training with a coach ✅ Social play ✅ Win & connect with peers

Infrastructure powers our future — from data centers enabling the AI revolution to power plants driving the energy transition. Now, you can also own a piece of the world’s backbones thanks to the innovation of digital wealth management platforms and evergreen fund structure. Join us for an exclusive fireside chat featuring insights from Nicholas Teoh, Vice President, Infrastructure & Real Assets, Hamilton Lane, alongside Stephanie Leung, Chief Investment Officer, StashAway. Together, they will share perspectives on key themes driving growth in infrastructure investments and the role of infrastructure in building a resilient portfolio.

Since 2018 we have collaborated with the Startmeup Festival. This event will be focused on women founders in Asia. We will have speakers sharing their success stories and a networking reception to foster connections, expansion, and business growth