Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK 2026 brings together 45,000+ global leaders, regulators, investors, and innovators in finance, technology, and entrepreneurship from 120+ economies. Building on Hong Kong's unique position as an international gateway, HKFTWxSMUHK 2026 serves as a platform for exchanging insights, fostering networking, forming business deals, and showcasing technological advancements – bridging opportunities between the Chinese Mainland and international markets.

HKFTWxSMUHK 2026 is organised by the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, Commerce and Economic Development Bureau, Invest Hong Kong, and co-organised by Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Securities & Futures Commission of Hong Kong, and Insurance Authority, with Finoverse as the appointed event organiser.

HKFTWxSMUHK 2026 will be held from 2 to 6 November 2026. The Main Conference and exhibition will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) on 2 and 3 November, with additional community events hosted at multiple venues throughout the week.

It features:

Attendees come from across fintech and the industries around it, many of them founders, C-suite, directors and heads of business. You can expect to meet:

Most attendees are based in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, with a large international group from Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe and the Middle East. Many come to meet potential partners, clients, investors and talent.

It features:

The event is open to government and regulatory bodies, corporates, entrepreneurs, startups, investors, tech enthusiasts, industry professionals, and anyone interested in technology, innovation, and collaboration. Tickets are required to attend, so please make sure to register in advance to secure your spot at www.fintechweek.hk/tickets.

Visit www.fintechweek.hk, subscribe to the newsletter, or follow official social media channels (LinkedIn/ Instagram/ Facebook/ WeChat/ Rednote) for the latest speakers, sessions, and programme details.

By the end of September 2026, featuring hundreds of events to join throughout the week. Please keep an eye on that page.

We will begin releasing agenda updates in mid-September 2026, with the full schedule finalized by mid-October.

Speaker announcements are already live on our website - visit www.fintechweek.hk/speakers for the latest line-up, with more being added regularly.

The week continues with the Immersive Executive Tour in Shenzhen on 4–5 November (see Section 7), plus hundreds of community and side events across Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area running through 6 November via our Community Events page, launching by the end of September.

HKFTWxSMUHK 2026 is a premier annual gathering in Asia that brings together over 45,000 global industry leaders, regulators, investors, startups, and key decision-makers from more than 120 economies. We offer unparalleled chances for companies to build brand visibility, generate leads, and engage directly with a large and influential audience through a range of partnership opportunities, including:

Interested companies can apply by filling out the inquiry form on the “Apply to Sponsor” page: www.fintechweek.hk/exhibit-sponsor. Once submitted, the team will follow up with next steps based on your requirements.

Yes, customised partnership opportunities can be discussed. Submit the enquiry form on the “Apply to Sponsor” page: www.fintechweek.hk/exhibit-sponsor, and the team will follow up to explore options tailored to your goals and requirements.

Yes. Please see Section 11, Photography and Filming.

HKFTWxSMUHK 2026 serves as a “startup superhighway” to help founders scale globally. Offerings dedicated to startups include:

These are exclusive to companies established within the last seven years, with annual revenue under US$2 million, and 50 or fewer full-time employees.

No. Unlike General Pass, Startup Pass and Startup Exhibition Package are non-transferable to maintain an authentic and founder-led startup community.

Startups can purchase the Startup Pass and Startup Exhibition Package directly via the ticketing page at www.fintechweek.hk/tickets.

25 September 2026, via www.globalfasttrack.hk.

No - GFT is free to apply for and participate in.

Yes - sign up for a Live Demo Session instead. Judges give tangible product feedback rather than a competitive score.

A complimentary 2sqm booth at HKFTWxSMUHK 2026, plus flight reimbursement up to USD 1,000 (applied with restrictions). Grand Finale prizes are still being finalised.

Based on the full application form: company, team, creativity, product-market fit, and real-life compatibility.

Semi-Finals on Day 1 (2 Nov, approximately 45–50 minutes per vertical); Grand Finale on Day 2 (3 Nov) afternoon (approximately 70 minutes), with the Award Ceremony immediately after.

Leading a delegation positions your economy or association as a key player in the global landscape. Benefits include:

The Delegation Lead should gather a minimum of five companies representing their respective economy to showcase innovative solutions and products to global attendees either physically or virtually.

Physical delegations receive a dedicated booth at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), allowing for onsite engagement and networking. Virtual delegations, on the other hand, showcase their solutions and participate remotely via the event's digital platform.

The cost of physical participation depends on the size of the pavilion and the requested items from the package. This may include complimentary passes, a potential speaking session at the community space, onsite logo exposure, access to community events, and more for your delegation companies. For virtual delegations, participation is free of charge. You can express your interest by completing the form at www.fintechweek.hk/chinese-mainland-and-international-delegations.

Formats include keynotes, fireside chats, and panel discussions, depending on the agenda design and availability suggested by the organisers.

Sessions addressing current trends, thought leadership, and actionable insights are highly encouraged. In 2026, our 10 forums at Main Conference include Policy and Visionary Forum, AI in Finance Forum, Digital Assets and Web3 Forum, AI and DeepTech Forum, China-Global Innovation Forum, InsurTech and HealthTech Forum, GreenTech Forum, Founder and Startup Venture Forum, Tech Builder Forum, and Creator Forum.

The primary language is English, with selected sessions offering Mandarin or bilingual support.

If interested, please reach out to our team by submitting the “Speaker Application Form”.

The confirmation email can sometimes take a couple of hours to arrive. Please also check your spam or junk folder. Note that this confirms your registration only - your ticket QR code is issued separately by Samantha AI (see Section 10).

For changes to your registration details (e.g., mobile number), please email fintechweek@finoverse.com with the subject “Change Request”.

All pass holders may transfer their tickets to another person within their organisation by emailing fintechweek@finoverse.com at least 14 days prior to the event. Please note that “Startup Exhibition Package,” “Startup Pass,” and “Government Pass” tickets are non-transferable.

Refund eligibility depends on your pass type:

To request a cancellation or refund, email fintechweek@finoverse.com with your registration details. Full terms are available at www.fintechweek.hk/terms-and-conditions.

We accept the following payment methods:

If you prefer to arrange payment by invoice, please contact us at fintechweek@finoverse.com for further assistance.

Yes, please bring personal identification as security checks may be conducted.

Yes, Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK 2026 is open to attendees aged 18 or above. Please bring valid ID, as age checks may be conducted at the venue.

To obtain a visa invitation letter, please email fintechweek@finoverse.com after you have registered and paid for your ticket.

Your personal information will be collected, used, and disclosed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Hong Kong data privacy laws. You can also adjust your visibility settings within the event app.

In the event of cancellation or postponement, announcements will be made promptly regarding ticketing issues. Please refer to the Terms & Conditions for further details.

Yes - please contact fintechweek@finoverse.com after your payment is processed and we'll provide your receipt or invoice.

Yes - email fintechweek@finoverse.com to request the upgrade.

The AI in GBA Forum has been expanded into a full Immersive Executive Tour! The event now kicks off with a half-day conference on the morning of 4 November, followed by exclusive host company site visits across the GBA in the afternoon, leading into 5 November. A government-only roundtable will also take place on afternoon of Day 1.

Meanwhile, the Main Conference at HKCEC continues as planned with 10 forums across 2–3 November. Host company details for the Tour will be announced in October, so stay tuned for updates!

A return coach from Hong Kong on both 4 and 5 November; the conference on the morning of 4 November at the Renaissance Shenzhen Bay Hotel; company visits spanning AI, EV, FinTech, robotics, and wider tech; a cultural attraction visit; complimentary lunch on both days and dinner on 4 November; and access to Business Matching. Accommodation is not included, and the Tour does not include the Main Conference on 2–3 November in Hong Kong.

USD 800. Executive Pass holders can add the Tour at a 30% discount - USD 560.

A return coach is provided as part of the Tour on both 4 and 5 November. Attendees are responsible for arranging their own entry into the Chinese Mainland.

Attendees should check their own visa requirements based on nationality. Those who need support can contact fintechweek@finoverse.com for a visa support letter.

Your pass is unaffected - you keep access to the 4 November morning conference and lunch. We've already sent you an email introducing the newly restructured Tour, which includes a 30% discount code (USD 560) to add the site-visit activities that follow the conference and lunch on 4–5 November. Please check your inbox, or contact fintechweek@finoverse.com if you can't find it.

The Executive Pass includes the 4 November morning conference and lunch. Executive Pass holders can add the two-day site-visit extension (4–5 November) at a 30% discount - USD 560.

Public transport - bus, MTR, or taxi.

Yes - visit www.fintechweek.hk/travel-perks for our exclusive hotel deals near HKCEC, including distances, rates, and direct booking links.

Yes - Cathay Pacific is offering up to 10% off flights worldwide to Hong Kong for attendees. See www.fintechweek.hk/travel-perks for the event booking code.

Doors open 08:00 – 18:00 on both Main Conference days (2 and 3 November 2026).

You can collect your badge in either of two ways:

No reserved parking is available for the event - public transport is recommended.

No cloakroom or luggage storage facility is available on-site.

Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is provided by HKCEC.

Organiser, Speaker, Executive, and Investor Pass holders can enjoy complimentary drinks and food at the exclusive VIP Lounge at Club Manhattan during Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK 2026. For other pass holders, please note that complimentary catering is not provided at the Main Conference, although F&B areas are available for purchase at HKCEC. The Immersive Executive Tour is also an exception, as set out in Section 7.

Yes, all three are available.

The VIP Lounge is an exclusive space at Club Manhattan reserved for Organiser, Speaker, Executive, and Investor Pass holders during Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK 2026, offering complimentary food and drinks away from the main conference floor. Located at 3/F, Shopping Arcade, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai), the Lounge is open from 09:00 to 15:30 on 2 November 2026 and 09:00 to 16:00 on 3 November 2026.

No booking is required. Simply present your Organiser, Speaker, Executive, or Investor badge (or VIP ticket) at the VIP Lounge registration counter for access. Eligible pass holders can collect their VIP ticket at the main registration counter.

No formal dress code - business casual is suggested.

Yes, HKCEC is wheelchair accessible.

Only registered guests may attend. Unregistered guests can purchase a pass on-site.

Yes - request one after the event by emailing fintechweek@finoverse.com.

There is an on-site information desk for exactly this.

Please see Section 11, Photography and Filming.

Your personal AI networking agent Samantha helps you find relevant people at Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK 2026 and build a personalised itinerary of sessions and community events. Samantha can also recommend booths and roundtables, answer practical questions and send email summaries of discussions relevant to your interests.

Register for the event, then check your email for instructions to verify and activate your access.

No additional download is needed. You can use WhatsApp or the web app. Follow the instructions in your activation email.

The call with Samantha takes about 10 minutes. You can speak English or Mandarin.

Your registration provides background. The call helps Samantha understand details that make a match useful, such as the kind of customer you want or the project you need help with. The conversation also helps personalise session and community event recommendations.

Explain what you’re working on, what you need and what you can offer others. For example, “We help banks detect payment fraud and want to find a partner for a pilot” gives Samantha more to work with than “I want to network.”

No. Each account is linked to one person, one email address and one WhatsApp number. If you are booking for colleagues, register each of them separately so every attendee gets their own introductions and their own itinerary.

Samantha suggests people and explains why you might want to meet. You choose which introductions to accept. When both people agree, Samantha introduces you by email.

No. Your WhatsApp number and phone number are never shared with anyone, at any point. When you and the other person both accept an introduction, Samantha AI introduces you by email, and your email address is the only detail shared. If you decline, nothing is shared.

You control what you share. The information you give Samantha AI is used only to arrange your experience at Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK 2026: your introductions, your personalised itinerary and your questions during the week.

Your WhatsApp number is never shared with other attendees, sponsors or exhibitors, and an introduction only goes ahead once both people accept it. Every match is reviewed by our team before it reaches you.

Your personal information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Hong Kong data privacy laws. If you have a question about your data, email fintechweek@finoverse.com.

No. The person needs to be participating in the service and agree to the introduction. Being listed as an attendee or speaker does not guarantee availability for a meeting.

It is a plan of sessions and community events based on your interests and goals. For example, if you’re exploring AI for fraud prevention, Samantha can help you find relevant talks and gatherings where you could continue the conversation.

No. Some community events require a separate registration, ticket or invitation. Check the entry details for each event you want to attend.

Yes. Samantha is available 24/7 to help with questions such as finding the venue, locating your ticket or checking lunch times.

You can host your meetings at two designated zones on the exhibition floor:

You receive your personalized itinerary after having a call with Samantha. If you had your call more than a week before the event, expect it closer to the event.

Ask them to pass on the getting-started instructions associated with your attendee registration. Have the conversation yourself so Samantha understands your own interests and goals.

Check your spam or junk folder. If someone registered on your behalf, check with them too. If you still need help, email the event team at fintechweek@finoverse.com.

Email the event team at fintechweek@finoverse.com and we will help.

Exhibitors, sponsors and delegations may bring their own crew to photograph and film at their own booth or pavilion. Each photographer or videographer must apply for a Media Pass through Media Accreditation (www.fintechweek.hk/media), and wear it at all times.

Wide shots of your booth, general crowd movement and busy networking moments are fine. The event Terms and Conditions tell all attendees that photography and filming take place at the event. Please don't make any individual visitor the focus of these shots.

You need clear consent before publishing anything that features an identifiable visitor. This includes close-ups, product demos with a visitor and one-on-one interviews. Tell them who you are and how the footage will be used. Then ask them to agree verbally or sign a short release. If someone says no, don't film them, or remove them from the footage. We recommend displaying a sign at your booth while filming is in progress.

Recording conference sessions is for personal reference only. Footage or photos of official sessions may not be used for commercial marketing without prior written approval from the organiser. This applies even where your own speaker appears. To request approval or official footage, contact fintechweek@finoverse.com. Selected sessions are also livestreamed for pass holders (see Section 6).

Only with that exhibitor's permission. Please don't film other exhibitors' products, demos or screens without it.

Keep all equipment within your booth. Tripods, lights and cables must not block aisles or neighbouring booths. Drones are not permitted. Large equipment [such as jibs, sliders or extra lighting] needs prior approval from the organiser team. All filming must follow HKCEC venue rules and instructions from event staff.

Yes, from within your booth, following the rules above. Livestreams must not show stage content. They also must not show identifiable visitors without their consent. Keep audio at a level that doesn't disturb neighbouring booths.

Yes. Official photographers and videographers will cover the exhibition floor, including booths, for event coverage and promotion. Exhibitor staff and visitors may appear in this material, as set out in the Terms and Conditions.

Yes. Exhibitors can get official event photos from gump.ai, the same way as general attendees. There's no dedicated exhibitor link. Upload your requirements on gump.ai and its AI will find the photos relevant to your company.

Yes. The official team, media and exhibitors will photograph, film and record throughout the event. By attending, you agree to this, as set out in the Terms and Conditions. If you have concerns, contact fintechweek@finoverse.com before the event. You can decline any close-up or interview request from an exhibitor.

Yes, for personal use only. Commercial use isn't permitted without authorisation. Neither are professional recording equipment or zoom lenses.

Yes. The official virtual platform for Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK 2026 is Highbar, a web-based platform available at https://hkftwxsmuhk.highbar.events. Your login details will be sent to you by email.

The event virtual platform features:

Go to https://hkftwxsmuhk.highbar.events and log in with your primary registered email address. Complete your profile setup to begin exploring the platform.

Only registered attendees of Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK 2026 can access the platform.

No. Highbar is a web-based application, so you can simply access the virtual platform via https://hkftwxsmuhk.highbar.events.

Yes, for pass holders. Livestreamed sessions are available on our virtual platform to registered pass holders only, using the login details sent with your registration. The sessions available for livestreaming are: