Hong Kong FinTech Week 2026

Hong Kong FinTech Week 2026 focuses on the integration of traditional finance with the digital asset ecosystem, emphasizing AI-driven innovation and asset tokenization.

To address a Quantum Preparedness Index score of 2.3 out of 10, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology launched a Post-Quantum Cryptography Toolkit. This initiative provides frameworks for governance, cryptographic asset mapping, and supplier engagement to assist banks in transitioning to quantum-resistant security by 2030.

Developments in AI and commerce include a memorandum of understanding between the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation and Visa to pilot AI-driven commerce and digital payment applications, specifically focusing on agentic commerce and logistics. Regarding regulation, SFC Chief Executive Julia Leung advocated for an agile approach to agentic AI, suggesting that safeguards should scale based on the autonomy and risk level of tasks.

On the legislative front, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Joseph Chan announced plans to present a bill this year that would mandate licenses for firms dealing with, advising on, managing, or holding virtual assets for clients. HKMA Chief Executive Eddie Yue further emphasized that resilience and public trust are critical for the success of tokenization and blockchain-based market operations.

Tokenization efforts have expanded with HashKey Exchange adding the SBI Japan High Dividend Equity Strategy Token to its HashKey Earn service. Managed by SBI Asset Management, this tokenized fund allows qualified investors to subscribe and redeem using the USDC stablecoin. The move is part of an SBI Group strategy to build a Japan-originated on-chain capital market.

International participation includes a South African delegation, featuring firms such as Vaultavo and AlphaOmega Intelligence, aiming to strengthen financial and technology ties between Africa and Asia.