🚀 Hong Kong and UAE Strengthen Financial Cooperation
#HongKong #UAE #FinancialCooperation #InvestInUAE #Insurtech #DigitalAssets #CrossBorderPayments #CBDC #mBridge #CentralBanks
According to Odaily, Hong Kong's Deputy Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Joseph Chan, highlighted the growing financial cooperation between Hong Kong and Dubai during his opening speech at the Invest in UAE Forum. Over the past year, a licensed insurtech company from Hong Kong has entered into a strategic partnership with the oldest insurance company in the UAE. This collaboration, which focuses on digital asset custody insurance, has received approval from the UAE Central Bank to operate locally.
In the realm of cross-border payments, Chan noted that the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and the UAE Central Bank, along with three other central banks and the Innovation Hub of the Bank for International Settlements, are collaborating on a project named mBridge. This initiative explores the application of wholesale central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). The project completed its pilot phase in 2022, involving 20 banks from four jurisdictions. This year, the project has reached the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage and aims to further expand participation from both the public and private sectors.#HongKong #UAE #FinancialCooperation #InvestInUAE #Insurtech #DigitalAssets #CrossBorderPayments #CBDC #mBridge #CentralBanks
🚀 Hong Kong Fintech Week 2023 To Highlight New Financial Technology Pathways
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According to Foresight News, the Hong Kong Investment Promotion Agency has announced that the 9th Hong Kong Fintech Week will take place from October 28 to November 1. The event's theme is 'Lighting Up New Pathways in Fintech.'
Director-General of Investment Promotion, Stephen Phillips, emphasized that fintech has always been a crucial pillar of Hong Kong's economy. This year's Fintech Week will feature eight thematic forums focusing on cutting-edge technology and cross-industry connections. The forums will cover topics such as global forums, artificial intelligence and frontier technology, blockchain and digital assets, payment technology and financial innovation, insurtech, green fintech and social responsibility, and wealth and investment technology.#HongKongFintechWeek #Fintech #FinancialTechnology #Innovation #Blockchain #DigitalAssets #ArtificialIntelligence #PaymentTechnology #Insurtech #GreenFintech #WealthManagement
🚀 Hong Kong Government Focuses On Digital Currency And Fintech Development
#HongKong #DigitalCurrency #Fintech #CBDC #MobilePayments #VirtualAssets #Innovation #GenerativeAI #WealthTech #Insurtech #Web3 #Startups #FintechGrowth
According to PANews, Hong Kong's Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Christopher Hui, announced at the 'APAC Fintech Innovation Lab 2024' demo day that the government will prioritize areas such as central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), mobile payments, and virtual asset trading to advance cutting-edge financial services. The event, co-organized by Accenture and Cyberport, highlighted innovations in generative AI, wealth tech, insurtech, and Web3.0, aiming to accelerate the growth of regional fintech companies and assist startups in exploring new opportunities.#HongKong #DigitalCurrency #Fintech #CBDC #MobilePayments #VirtualAssets #Innovation #GenerativeAI #WealthTech #Insurtech #Web3 #Startups #FintechGrowth
🚀 Hong Kong Launches Global Fast Track Program 2025
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According to PANews, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has announced the commencement of the eighth Global Fast Track Program 2025. The program is now open for applications, with a deadline set for September 21. This year's Global Fast Track Program encompasses seven key verticals: fintech, artificial intelligence, green technology, blockchain and digital assets, insurtech and healthtech, as well as innovation and technology.#HongKong #GlobalFastTrackProgram #Fintech #ArtificialIntelligence #GreenTechnology #Blockchain #DigitalAssets #Insurtech #Healthtech #Innovation #Technology
🚀 French Health-Insurance Startup Alan Secures Over €100 Million in Funding
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French health-insurance company Alan has successfully raised over €100 million, bringing its valuation to more than €5 billion, according to a company statement. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the significant investment milestone for the startup. Alan continues to expand its presence in the health-insurance sector, leveraging this new funding to enhance its services and market reach.#FrenchStartup #HealthInsurance #Funding #Investment #Alan #SeriesFunding #InsurTech #Healthcare #StartupGrowth #Valuation