Banking & Finance

Financial Innovation

FinTech is crucial for Hong Kong’s digital economy and its position as an international financial centre. It empowers businesses and individuals with faster, smarter, and more inclusive services, strengthening Hong Kong’s competitive edge in the digital age.

At the heart of this vision is FinTech driven by AI, Blockchain, Data Science, and Cybersecurity, creating transformative solutions that enhance financial services and reshape the industry. By harnessing these technologies, FinTech start-ups addressing industry challenges and unlocking new opportunities. AI is empowering intelligent trading algorithms and automating operations; Blockchain is enabling virtual assets and smart contracts; Data Science is delivering personalised financial services; and Cybersecurity is safeguarding digital transactions. In this dynamic environment, the possibilities are constantly expanding and inspiring innovation.

Cyberport nurtures a thriving FinTech ecosystem, accelerating Hong Kong’s position as a premier hub for financial innovation. Through comprehensive support to start-ups and industry incumbents, we catalyse innovation, application, adoption, and investment. Furthermore, specialised training programmes inspire students and upskill professionals, ensuring a robust talent pipeline for Hong Kong.

Hong Kong’s Largest FinTech Community Comes to Life

With more than 440 companies – nearly half of the city’s total – Cyberport hosts Hong Kong's largest FinTech community. This vibrant ecosystem includes three unicorns and the city’s licensed virtual banks, insurers, and asset trading platforms. Pioneers from over 30 countries and regions are pushing the boundaries of FinTech and shaping the future of finance. We have supported countless start-ups that have proven themselves in this financial hub, achieved remarkable success globally, and expanded into key financial markets worldwide.

FinTech Community Verticals

RegTech
WealthTech
Green and Sustainable Fintech
Digital Assets / Cryptocurrency
InsurTech
PayTech
CreditTech
Blockchain
FinTech Cybersecurity
Virtual Banking and Insurance
FinTech Enterprise Solution

Propelling Financial Innovation Forward

Cyberport leads strategy propelling Hong Kong’s financial innovation forward, including government-commissioned programmes and collaborations with regulators and industry players, all aimed at empowering start-ups to innovate at the forefront of FinTech and strengthening Hong Kong’s FinTech ecosystem. We are confident in the future of FinTech, placing Hong Kong at the pedestal of the global ecosystem.

Latest initiatives include:

Accelerating Green FinTech and Green Finance Development

Catalysing co-creation between financial institutions, enterprises and start-ups

Commissioned by the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and administered by Cyberport, the Green and Sustainable FinTech Proof-of-Concept Funding Support Scheme offers up to HK$150,000 per project to drive Green FinTech innovation and adoption. The Scheme has received over 100 applications, of which 60 outstanding proposals are ultimately selected.

Showcasing Hong Kong’s green innovation landscape
During Hong Kong Green Week 2024, the Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group, in conjunction with Cyberport and InvestHK, organised the “Green Fintech: Catalyst for Scaling Sustainable Finance” and launched the Prototype Hong Kong Green FinTech Map, featuring over 50 enterprises, including more than 20 from our community, connecting corporations with sustainable FinTech solutions, amplifying start-up visibility.

Driving industry dialogue and advancement

Cyberport co-hosted the first Hong Kong Green FinTech Summit with Finoverse and the World Green Organisation, bringing together financial experts to explore emerging technologies, including AI and Web3.0, in Green FinTech.

FinTech Innovation and Application

Creating spaces for technological experimentation

In partnership with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Cyberport launched the FinTech Supervisory Sandbox 3.1 Pilot and Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen A.I.) Sandbox. These risk-managed platforms enable start-ups and financial institutions to develop innovative solutions with regulatory guidance and technical support. The connection of start-ups with HKMA initiatives including Project Ensemble and e-HKD Pilot Programme, paves the way for advancing Hong Kong’s development in asset tokenisation and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). It also facilitates financial institutions’ participation in the Anti-money Laundering Regtech Lab to promote development and adoption.

Greater Bay Area Development
Building FinTech talent bridges across the Greater Bay Area (GBA)

The GBA Fintech Two-Way Internship Scheme for Post-secondary Students, launched by the FSTB and administered by Cyberport, offers two-to-six-month, full-time, subsidised internships. Nearly 30 financial institutions and FinTech companies across the Mainland cities of the GBA, as well as Hong Kong, are participating. The programme nurtures FinTech talents and strengthens regional FinTech development through cross-city experience.

Comprehensive FinTech Support Covering All Bases

Cyberport provides an array of support that nurtures I&T aspirations from seed to success, spanning incubation and seed funding to market expansion and venture capital. We welcome everyone from students to unicorns, local and international innovators to our community where innovation thrives. Through dedicated programmes, we help organisations across sectors harness technology for digital transformation and sustainable growth.

Discover highlights of our FinTech-specific initiatives below. For our full range of activities, please visit our Programmes page.

Talent Cultivation Programmes for Students

Cyberport University Partnership Programme (CUPP) – An entrepreneurship and innovation training programme focusing on FinTech and Web3.0, with a week-long bootcamp hosted at a world-class university.

Industry Development Programmes for Start-Ups

Green and Sustainable FinTech Proof-of-Concept Funding Support Scheme – An FSTB-commissioned initiative providing up to HK$150,000 per project to accelerate Green FinTech development.

Upskilling and Continuing Professional Development Programmes

Cyberport Academy – Dedicated programmes equipping industry practitioners and aspiring innovators with cutting-edge FinTech knowledge and skills, including the Cyberport Financial Practitioners FinTech Training Programme, commissioned by the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB).

HKU-Cyberport Leading FinTech Ventures Programme – A 10-module programme jointly offered with HKU Business School, equipping FinTech entrepreneurs and industry professionals with multidisciplinary expertise including technology, financial services, and entrepreneurship.

Jobs in FinTech Companies

Cyberport Career Fair – An annual flagship recruitment event connecting talent with over 2,000 I&T career opportunities, from FinTech to emerging technologies.

Showcases at Industry-Leading Events

Cyberport regularly showcases start-ups at major industry events to facilitate knowledge exchange and foster partnerships. These platforms connect innovators to global opportunities while highlighting Hong Kong’s FinTech advances. Key events include Cyberport Venture Capital Forum, Hong Kong FinTech Week, Asian Financial Forum, FinTech Innovation Lab Asia Pacific, and Belt and Road Summit.

Success Stories

Cyberport’s FinTech companies continue to make their mark on the international stage. Their achievements – spanning prestigious industry accolades, strategic partnerships, global expansions, and notable fundraising milestones – underscore Hong Kong’s launchpad for global FinTech success.

Awards Secured by Our Community

Successful Partnerships

Funding Initiatives