Press Release
Hong Kong FinTech Week 2023 “Fintech Redefined.”
Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) today (October 18) unveiled details of Hong Kong FinTech Week 2023 (HKFW). The eighth edition of HKFW, themed “Fintech Redefined.” will take place from October 30 to November 5. This flagship event lies at the core of global fintech innovations and aims to shape the future of fintech across various dimensions of financial services and beyond.
Gathering global leaders at the forefront of innovation, technology, and finance
Organised by the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and InvestHK, and co-organised by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and the Insurance Authority (IA), HKFW is set to attract more than 30 000 attendees and garner over 5 million online views from more than 90 economies.
Over 300 distinguished speakers and 540 exhibitors are expected to join the main physical conference taking place between November 2 and 3 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
This year’s conference will bring together global leaders and world-leading fintech innovations to explore the future development of fintech through six key themes – global regulations and focuses such as sustainable and green finance; funding and venture capital as well as family office investments; exploring the realms of artificial intelligence (AI), Web3 and emerging frontiers; unveiling the latest opportunities within the dynamic Greater Bay Area; Hong Kong’s innovation journey; and business showcases.
The Acting Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan, said, “Hong Kong’s fintech industry is entering a new era, where it is no longer solely about technology but also its real-life application. We are excited to witness this transformation and its impact on the financial ecosystem. The upcoming HKFW 2023, with its theme ‘Fintech Redefined.’, will serve as a remarkable platform to showcase pioneering advancements and opportunities in the industry, demonstrating how the real-life applications of fintech can improve financial inclusion, enhance customer experience and drive sustainable growth.”
New models, rules and value creation
Various captivating metaverse experiences will also feature at this year’s conference, presenting cutting-edge technologies under immersive and educational engagements. The experiences will also demonstrate the possibilities of the metaverse in connecting business and promoting Hong Kong culture through virtual games and augmented and virtual reality devices.
In addition, the cross-boundary Greater Bay Area Day will be resumed on October 31, presenting ample opportunities and synergies between Hong Kong and Shenzhen. A full day forum will be organised in Shenzhen, followed by a series of concurrent company tours to Mainland tech giants.
There will be dedicated spaces such as the Investor Lounge, Venture Stage, workshops and events specifically designed for investors. Additionally, InvestHK is excited to introduce the Women in Tech Lounge, a unique space with special workshops, panels, and networking events tailored to empower and connect women in the tech industry.
The Acting Director-General of Investment Promotion of InvestHK, Dr Jimmy Chiang, said, “Hong Kong FinTech Week is the ultimate gathering for anyone eager to explore the frontiers of finance and technology, and witness the deepening collaborations within our thriving ecosystem as well as exciting convergence across diverse industries. Continuously pushing the boundaries of excellence, we are thrilled to have HKFW as an anchor event of VIVA HONG KONG, a remarkable lineup of financial, tech, Web3 and cultural events from the end of October to November, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and startups from around the world to be part of the dynamic momentum reinforcing Hong Kong’s status as Asia’s World City, financial centre and fintech hub.”
InvestHK will also host the much anticipated grand finale of the Global Scaleup Competition. The event will feature 13 finalists carefully selected by a panel of 50 international judges, including investors who collectively manage over US$54 billion in assets. This event is part of the broader Global Fast Track 2023 programme, which aims to foster connections between fintech firms, corporate clients, investors, and industry partners. This year, the program received an overwhelming response, with over 500 applications from 63 economies worldwide, setting a new record.
List of esteemed speakers at the main conference:
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and regulators:
- The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee;
- The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan;
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Christopher Hui;
- The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong;
- The Acting Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Dr Bernard Chan;
- The Chief Executive of the HKMA, Mr Eddie Yue;
- The Chief Executive Officer of the SFC, Ms Julia Leung;
- The Chief Executive Officer of the IA, Mr Clement Cheung;
- The Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan;
- The Director-General of Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises, Mr Philip Yung; and
- The Acting Director-General of Investment Promotion of InvestHK, Dr Jimmy Chiang.
Mainland Government and regulators:
- The Director of the Guangzhou Municipal Local Financial Supervision and Administration, Mr Qiu Yitong;
- The Director of the Shenzhen Municipal Financial Regulatory Bureau, Mr He Jie;
- The senior representative of the Shanghai Stock Exchange; and
- The senior representative of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange.
Industry leaders:
- The Chief Executive Officer of Citi Hong Kong & Macau, Ms Aveline San;
- The Group Chief Executive of Standard Chartered PLC, Mr Bill Winters;
- The Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Coinbase, Mr Brian Armstrong;
- The Chairman of Longling Capital, Mr Cai Wensheng;
- The Chief Executive Officer of Yuga Labs, Mr Daniel Alegre;
- The Global Head of Christie’s Ventures, Mr Devang Thakkar;
- The Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain and HashKey Group, Dr Xiao Feng;
- Corporate Vice President of Tencent, Head of Tencent Financial Technology, Mr Forest Lin;
- The Chief Economist of Circle International Financial, Mr Gordon Liao;
- The Chief Executive Officer of J P Morgan Hong Kong and Head of Strategy Asia Pacific, Ms Harshika Patel;
- The Vice President and Chief Information Officer of WeBank, Mr Henry Ma;
- The Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Crypto.com, Mr Kris Marszalek;
- The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Sinovation Ventures and the President of Sinovation Ventures Artificial Intelligence Institute, Dr Lee Kai-fu;
- The Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of General Catalyst, Mr Hemant Taneja;
- Partner of Qiming Venture Partners, Mr Kuantai Yeh;
- The Chairman of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd, Mrs Laura Cha;
- Founding Partner of Hillhouse Capital, Mr Luke Li;
- The Managing Member of The Department of XYZ and the Board Director of Gemini, Mr Matthew Homer;
- The Global Partner of Fosun, the Co-Chairman of the board and the Chief Executive Officer of Fosun Capital, Mr Mike Xu;
- The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Ledger, Mr Pascal Gauthier;
- The Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of The Sandbox, Mr Sebastien Borget;
- The Co-founder and Executive Chairman of Animoca Brands, Mr Siu Yat;
- The Chief Executive of Bank of China (Hong Kong), Mr Sun Yu;
- The Global Head of Product of Wise, Mr Surendra Chaplot;
- The Group Executive of the HSBC Group and Co-Chief Executive of HSBC Asia- Pacific, Mr Surendra Rosha;
- The Co-founder of Chainlink, Mr Sergey Nazarov;
- The Chief Executive Officer of Onyx by J P Morgan and the Global Head of Financial Institution Payments, Mr Umar Farooq; and
- The Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Digital Asset, Mr Yuval Rooz.
HKFW will also include a series of fantastic events under VIVA HONG KONG featuring a diverse range of financial, tech, Web3 and cultural events throughout the city such as ApeFest Hong Kong, the Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit and the StartmeupHK Festival. More information of VIVA HONG KONG can be found at www.fintechweek.hk/viva-hk.
Selected keynote sessions will be live-streamed via the official HKFW app and YouTube channel, as well as several metaverses including in Mainland China.
Further information can be found at https://www.fintechweek.hk/, or follow via official social media accounts:
LinkedIn: Hong Kong Fintech Week
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HongKongFinTechWeek
About Hong Kong FinTech Week
Hong Kong FinTech Week 2023, organised by the FSTB and InvestHK, and co-organised by the HKMA, the SFC and the IA, is Asia’s global financial technology event for scaling new heights. It is expected to host over 300 speakers, 540 sponsors and exhibitors, welcoming over 30,000 attendees and attracting over 5 million views from over 90 economies to the event. The week-long event will feature multitrack conferences with prominent speakers, exhibitions, a deal floor, workshops, networking and satellite events, demo sessions and metaverse experiences.
About InvestHK
InvestHK is the department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government responsible for attracting foreign direct investment. It has set up a dedicated fintech team in Hong Kong to attract the world’s top innovative fintech enterprises, start-up entrepreneurs, investors, and other stakeholders to set up and scale their business via Hong Kong into Mainland China, Asia, and beyond. For more information, please visit www.hongkong-fintech.hk.
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KUN confirmed as Primary Exhibition Sponsor of Hong Kong Web3 Festival
As a global pioneer in the payments industry, KUN is proud to participate as a sponsor at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025, joining Web3 users, industry leaders, and technology experts from around the world to discuss the future of blockchain technology and digital payments. As a sponsor for the second consecutive year, we look forward to sharing KUN’s practical experience and innovative achievements in Web2+Web3 cross-border payment solutions. We are also eager to engage with partners from various sectors to explore new opportunities that empower the global economy.
KUN (KUN.global) is an innovative digital payment technology company based in Hong Kong and Singapore, built on Web2+Web3 payment licenses and compliance systems. Its business spans emerging markets in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The company primarily provides secure, convenient, and efficient one-stop digital payment solutions for enterprises and individual clients in cross-border trade, overseas services, and the Web3 industry. KUN is dedicated to building the next-generation global digital payment network for the future.
KUN has developed three core product lines:
- KUN.crypto: The Stablecoin Payment and Management Platform
- PayX: The One-Stop Payment Service Provider for Emerging Markets
- K-Card: Your Reliable Card Solutions Partner
KUN depends on technological innovation and compliance, empowering businesses to tackle the challenges of cross-border payments and digital asset management while driving the healthy development of the industry.
We look forward to seeing you at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025 and embarking together on an exciting journey toward the future of Web3!
Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025: https://www.web3festival.org/hongkong2025/?lang=zh#/en
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MAGAVERSE Shakes the Crypto World with $1M Donation to Trump-Endorsed Organizations
MAGAVERSE, the trailblazing memecoin project, has made history with a stunning $1,000,000 donation to organizations endorsed by former President Donald Trump. The donation, aimed at supporting MAGA initiatives and advancing the cause of freedom, has positioned MAGAVERSE as a serious player in both the cryptocurrency world and the political landscape.
This bold move matches the $1,000,000 contributions from industry leaders like Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos, sending a powerful message of gratitude and dedication from the MAGAVERSE community.
“It was important to our MAGAVERSE community that we put our money where our mouth is,” said Lee Hutchinson, community leader of MAGAVERSE. “This was our way of saying thank you to a man who has not only saved America but also championed crypto’s future.”
The impact of this donation has been felt far and wide, as MAGAVERSE has garnered national attention and earned a special place in Washington D.C.’s prestigious events this week. Members of the MAGAVERSE team are attending inaugural galas and official balls as special guests, further solidifying their reputation as key players in the crypto and political spheres.
“They are the talk of the town,” a prominent DC insider commented. “Meme coins have traditionally been underestimated, but MAGAVERSE’s $1M donation has changed the narrative. People are now recognizing the influence and vision of this innovative group.”
A Bright Future for $MVRS
The official ticker for MAGAVERSE, $MVRS, is experiencing newfound momentum as MAGA influencers and crypto enthusiasts flock to join the project. With whispers of major announcements on the horizon, the MAGAVERSE core team has hinted at exciting developments that promise to reshape the community and expand its reach.
This milestone donation demonstrates the growing impact of the MAGAVERSE community and the project’s commitment to both political and financial innovation. As the nation watches, MAGAVERSE continues to prove that meme coins are more than a trend – they are a force to be reckoned with.
For more information about MAGAVERSE, visit https://mvrs.wtf/.
Follow their journey on social media at:
Twitter: https://x.com/mvrs
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Paul CHAN Mo-po, Vitalik Buterin among the Top Speakers at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025
Hong Kong Web3 Festival today announced the first-round speaker lineup for its upcoming 2025 edition, which will take place from 6 to 9 April, 2025. The event will bring together representatives from a broad range of experts and leaders in the Web3 space, including:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Vitalik Buterin, Co-founder, Ethereum
XIAO Feng, Chairman, Wanxiang Blockchain; Chairman and CEO, HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
David Bailey, CEO, Bitcoin Magazine
Genki Oda, Chairman, Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Sreeram Kannan, CEO, EigenLabs
Smokey Bera, Co-founder, Berachain
John Patrick Mullin, CEO, Mantra
Alexander Pack, Managing Partner, Hack VC
Lasse Clausen, Founding Partner, 1kx
Keywolf, Partner and CPO, SlowMist
Blue, Partner and CTO, SlowMist
Rita Liu, CEO, RD Technologies
Devon Sin, Alternate Chief Executive, ZA Bank
YU Chen, Chief Advisor, 鲲KUN
Michael, Co-founder, Brevis
Alex Rawitz, Co-founder, DIMO
Bugra Celik, Director of Digital Assets, HSBC
Stanley Huo, Partner & Head of Asia, Hivemind Capital
Terence Kwok, Founder and CEO, Humanity Protocol
Tetsuya Sanada, CEO, BlockSmith & Co.
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group and organized by W3ME, Hong Kong Web3 Festival is Asia’s premiere crypto gathering that convenes the world’s smartest minds in the Web3 and crypto space. Its previous editions, which took place in April 2023 and 2024, brought together over 250 exhibitors, more than 800 speakers, 80,000 visitors and 300 side events.
The Web3 Festival 2025 has forged a strategic alliance with the region’s trade statutory body, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Furthermore, the event has revealed an impressive lineup of 2025 sponsors so far, including:
Title: OKX Web3
Platinum: CKB Eco Fund, SlowMist
Gold: Alchemy Pay, Beyond Gaming Labs, OneKey
Primary: Google Cloud, Hotcoin, 鲲KUN
Secondary: CertiK
Tertiary: Fufuture, Keyblock Solutions, MoneyCollect, PingCap
Knowledge: Brevis
Open Stage: Primecoin
The conference will feature keynote speeches, fireside chat, and panel discussions across various forums, including PayFi session hosted by the host together with RD Technologies, DePIN session by Arkreen, Bitcoin session by CKB Eco Fund, Crypto Finance Forum 2025 by MetaEra, Web3 Security and Compliance Session by SlowMist, Web3 Scholars Conference 2025 by DRK Lab, and more.
Taking an area of over 14,000㎡at the iconic HKCEC, which is 1.5 times larger than previous ones, the conference will create an ideal networking and learning environment, with regular conference areas and exhibition spaces embracing professionals, investors, enthusiasts, and leading projects worldwide who will delve into the latest progress, solutions, trends, and policies in Web3 and crypto.
$399 tickets are available for grabs now! Secure a spot at this fabulous gathering to meet industry leaders and professionals: https://www.web3festival.org/hongkong2025/#/en
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