The International AI x FinTech Commercialisation and Education (IAFCE) Forum

Introduction

Organised by The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK), the International AI x FinTech Commercialisation and Education (IAFCE) Forum serves as a premier global platform bridging academic research, cutting-edge technology, and commercial implementation. The forum is driven by four core objectives:

  • Accelerate Commercial Translation: Bridge the gap between academic innovation and market deployment by showcasing high-impact AI and FinTech research ready for commercial adoption.

  • Foster Global Academic Exchange: Convene leading universities, researchers, and thought leaders from around the world to share multi-disciplinary insights on the future of financial technology.

  • Advance Future-Ready FinTech Education: Shape next-generation curricula and pedagogical frameworks that equip students and professionals with market-relevant AI and financial skills.

  • Build Cross-Sector Ecosystems: Facilitate strategic dialogue and long-term partnerships among academia, financial institutions, tech innovators, and regulatory bodies globally.

Date & Time & Venue

2 Jun 2027 (Wed) – Pre-Forum Lead-Up Event

3-4 Jun 2027 (Thu-Fri)

@HSUHK Campus

Programme Rundown

The Forum’s research agenda will be focused as follow stream:

  • Responsible AI and governance in financial institutions: Covering explainability, model risk, accountability, data governance, cybersecurity, operational resilience, assurance, and regulatory compliance.
  • AI, digital finance and cross-border financial infrastructure: Covering AI in banking, payments, digital assets, tokenization, settlement, trade finance, risk management, and cross-border financial services.
  • FinTech innovation, SME finance and financial inclusion: Covering alternative data, digital identity, supply-chain finance, digital banking, access to capital, and the scaling of financial technologies.
  • Fintech education and knowledge transfer relevant to our university members: Including latest AI/FinTech development, curriculum and pedagogical design, and industry integration.
FULL VERSION OF PROGRAMME
* The Conference schedule is subject to change.

Organizing Committee

Professor Sam PARK

Distinguished University Professor
Department of Management
Dean, School of Business, HSUHK

Professor Roman MATOUSEK

Head of Department of Economics and Finance
Director of Centre for Global Finance and FinTech
Head and Professor
Department of Economics and Finance, HSUHK

Registration

Venue

Contact

Tel: 3963 5269
Email: iafce@hsu.edu.hk

 

Our Members

Founding Members

  • UCL Institute of Finance and Technology
  • Institute of Digital Finance
  • Hanyang University Business School
  • Adam Smith Business School
  • University of Edinburgh Business School
  • Sogang Business School
  • POLIMI School of Management / Fintech & Insurtech Observatory

In no particular order

Associate Members

  • Central University of Economics and Finance
  • China Europe International Business School
  • University of Indonesia
  • UCSI University
  • Ateneo de Manila University
  • Comenius University
  • Sejong University
  • Queen Mary University of London
  • University of Oregon
  • Wuhan University
  • Oregon State University
  • Huazhong University of Science and Technology
  • University of St. Gallen

In no particular order

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