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Hong Kong launches AI research hub and new Asian expertise platform
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the Global Cybersecurity Alliance (GCSA) have launched a new Centre for AI and Cybersecurity Research. Announced on October 19, 2026, the center aims to connect academic research with real-world security applications, focusing on areas such as AI, cybersecurity, and governance. Professor Ho Chen, Chair of Cybersecurity at HKU’s School of Computing and Data Science, has been appointed as the acting director.
Separately, Asia Coach Group and OmniHub AI have announced a strategic partnership to launch Asia Masterclass. This new knowledge platform is designed to bring the expertise of Asian mentors, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals to a global audience. The platform will utilize OmniHub AI’s technology to provide multilingual subtitles, translation, and a 24/7 AI learning assistant to help overcome language and geographical barriers.
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Asia Coach Group · Global Cybersecurity Alliance · Ho Chen · OmniHub AI · The University of Hong Kong
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Asia Masterclass is a knowledge platform designed to share Asian expertise globally. europeanbusinessmagazine.com · panafricanvisions.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] OmniHub AI provides technology for Asia Masterclass including multilingual subtitles and a 24/7 AI learning assistant. europeanbusinessmagazine.com · panafricanvisions.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The University of Hong Kong and the Global Cybersecurity Alliance launched a Centre for AI and Cybersecurity Research. digitalchew.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Asia Coach Group and OmniHub AI partnered to launch Asia Masterclass. europeanbusinessmagazine.com · panafricanvisions.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Professor Ho Chen was named acting director of the new research centre. digitalchew.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The research centre focuses on AI, cybersecurity, and governance. digitalchew.com