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MORNING SESSIONS

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Co-Creation Workshop

Guided discussions to co-create new solutions

09:00

Breakfast

Discussion

12:00

Executive Luncheon

Sophia Media Backstage

Sneak preview for media & journalists with NTT & Sophia 

11:00

Reception

11:15

Sharing & QA

11:45

Interaction

Innovation Ecosystem Meet-up

Globally, NTT has been driving open innovations.  Our visiting guests from NTT Holdings and NTT DOCOMO will share what open innovation means for our company, as well as introduce:

  • The NTT Startup Challenge held in South East Asia;
  • How NTT DOCOMO encourage innovations from within through the company Intrapreneurship program;
  • The profile of NTT DOCOMO Ventures and its funded ventures.

This section is for startups & innovation ecosystem partners.

11:30 - 12:00

Sharing & Introduction

Kazuhiro Mori | Takashi Hara
Incubation Team, Global Business Division, NTT | General Manager, NTT DOCOMO, New Business Development
12:00 - 12:15

Q&A and Ideas Exchange

12:15 - 1:15

Networking Lunch

Canapes & Drinks

NTT Finance & Innovation Summit 2026

EVENT AGENDA

28th January, 2026 (Wed) | Cloud 39, The Henderson, Central

FinTech Social Mixer

 Engaging in Open Dialogues and Relaxed Networking with Innovators and Ecosystem Partners. 
 
Connect and exchange ideas with the innovators and industry pioneers to spark collaboration in a casual setting.  

IOWN & All-Photonics Network Session

Unlocking the Possibilities of All-Photonics Network in Hong Kong, Powered by IOWN. 
 
Witness the groundbreaking launch of the All-Photonics Network in Hong Kong and gain insights from IOWN leaders on their vision for the future.

Fintech & AI Session

Exploring the Financial Technology and Innovations Leading to the Finance Future
 
Hear from leading industry experts and pioneering FinTech startups as they share the latest trends and reveal the potential unlocked by disruptive financial solutions.

FinTech Social Mixer

Engaging in Open Dialogues and Relaxed Networking with Innovators and Ecosystem Partners. 

12:45

FinTech Social Mixer

Steffanie Yuen
Managing Director and Head of Hong Kong, Endowus
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Steffanie Yuen (Endowus)_2

IOWN & All-Photonics Network Session

Unlocking the Possibilities of All-Photonics Network in Hong Kong, Powered by IOWN. 

14:00

Welcome Drink Reception & Showcase Visit

14:30

Welcome Remarks

Daisuke Kuroda
Chief Executive Officer, NTT Com Asia
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Daisuke Kuroda

Opening & Launch Ceremony + Group Photo

The IOWN Future – Technology & Evolution

C. Sean Lawrence
Vice President, Head of IOWN Development Office, NTT Inc.
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From Connectivity to Competitiveness: All-Photonics Network as a Game Changer for Financial Institutions

Steven So
Chief Technology Officer, NTT Com Asia
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15:30

Break & Showcase Visit

Future-themed & Hikari-themed Sake Tasting @ SakeBar

Fintech & AI Session

Exploring the Financial Technology and Innovations Leading to the Finance Future

16:00

The Next Chapter for Hong Kong as a Global Financial Hub

Reimagined the Finance Ecosystem – A Regional AI Fabric Powered by Next Generation IOWN Technology

Steven So
Chief Technology Officer, NTT Com Asia
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Fireside Chat: Two Worlds, One Future: How Banks and Fintech Shape Financial Innovation.

Explore how banks are overcoming the limitations of legacy core systems, adopting AI responsibly, and shaping technology roadmaps under strict regulatory requirements. Gain insights into the technologies driving fintech innovation and learn how CTOs and CIOs build trust, maintain agility, and navigate regulatory uncertainty in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.
Stephen Tsang
Chief Revenue Officer, NTT Com Asia
Tim Taylor
Chief Technology Officer, thetechconsultancy
Stephen Leung
Chief Executive Officer , IDA
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Fintech Panel Discussion: From Sandbox to Production - ​Building Disruptive Financial Solutions in a Regulated World​

Discover best practices for fintechs to ensure compliance, security, and interoperability in Hong Kong’s regulated banking environment. Explore growth opportunities through initiatives like AI Sandbox and Tokenization, and gain insights into building a truly collaborative financial ecosystem.
Victor Yim
Head of AI & Data Science, Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited
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Closing Remarks

Stephen Tsang
Chief Revenue Officer, NTT Com Asia
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Moderator Stephen Tsang_r2
17:30

Sunset Sake Fiesta & Showcase Visit

Night-themed & Ocean-themed Sake Tasting @ SakeBar
19:00

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