About the Competition :
The HSUHK FinTech Innovation Competition, organized by the Department of Economics and Finance (EAF), aims to promote a culture of innovation and creativity among universities students, the competition seeks to raise students’ awareness of critical development in FinTech, both locally and globally. Through comprehensive training in various modes and selected themes, and a showcase of project proposals through on-stage pitching, the competition aims to significantly enrich the student FinTech learning experience.
Theme of 2025:
FinTech Applications in GBA
- How Banks in Hong Kong Develop Cross Border Financial Services in Greater Bay Area (GBA) through FinTech Application?
Background :
The HSUHK FinTech Innovation Competition 2025 is excited to spotlight the immense potential of financial technology (FinTech) in the context of the Greater Bay Area (GBA). As one of the most dynamic and economically vibrant regions in the world, the GBA encompasses Hong Kong, Macau, and nine cities in Guangdong Province, fostering a unique environment for innovation, cross-border collaboration, and technological advancement. With its strategic position as a global financial and technological hub, the GBA offers unparalleled opportunities to explore and expand the applications of FinTech.
This year, the Competition encourages students to focus on how FinTech can address the unique challenges and opportunities in the GBA. Participants are invited to develop groundbreaking solutions that facilitate cross-border financial services, enhance regulatory compliance, improve payment systems, and enable seamless financial integration across the region. Particular attention should be paid to the innovative use of technology in fostering collaboration between financial institutions and businesses across borders, promoting financial inclusion, and driving sustainable economic growth in the GBA.
The Competition is also your platform to reimagine the future of FinTech in the Greater Bay Area. Seize this opportunity to showcase your creativity, technical expertise, and vision for a connected and thriving financial ecosystem. Together, let’s shape the next chapter of FinTech innovation in one of the world’s most exciting economic regions.
Schedule:
Project submission deadline
Project submission deadline : 16 May 2025 23:59 (Friday)
All the shortlisted team, will be informed in the week of 23 May 2025.
Submission Guidelines
- Submit the PDF presentation and any related files (e.g., videos) via email to florenceli@hsu.edu.hk
- The deadline for submission is 16 May 2025, 23:59 (Friday).
Organiser
Participating University
