Although we live in Asia's financial center, when you hear “FinTech conference,” your mind probably still jumps to suits, spreadsheets, and jargon-heavy panels. But Hong Kong’s FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025 is rewriting that script. It’s a five-day cultural moment where finance, AI, and ambition collide under one skyline.
While the main conference will be held from November 3–4, 2025,at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, the full FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025 will run through November 7, marking the 10th anniversary of both events. Last year’s FinTech Week welcomed over 37,000 attendees, 800+ speakers, and 700 exhibitors from more than 100 economies. This year, the event is expected to scale up— but with the vibe remaining refreshingly human.
The theme, “Curating the New Fintech Era,” sets the tone for a future-forward experience. Attendees can expect 11 themed forums covering everything from AIand HealthTech to Web3 and Wealth Management. Alongside regulators and global policy leaders, the prestigious speaker lineup includes Nobel LaureateGeoffrey Hinton, Binance CEO Richard Teng, HSBC’s Georges Elhedery, and more.
What makes this event lifestyle-worthy goes beyond the tech. Immersive showcases and a new AI concierge named “Samantha,” who curates personalized schedules via WhatsApp or WeChat, bring a human touch to high-tech networking. It’s connection without the name tags, innovation without the intimidation.
For startups, the Global Fast Track program will spotlight semi-finalists from seven verticals pitching live on stage. It’s a glimpse into the next wave of lifestyle-enhancing tech, from sustainable finance to smart wellness platforms.
“Start-ups are an important part of any economy. Behind every start-up, there must be an innovative business idea. These new ideas call for changes and refresh our economy. Apart from the favorable business environment in Hong Kong, the start-ups here are supported by a strong network of incubators and accelerators, a pool of experienced angels and venture capitalists, a host of government-backed programs, and a welcoming business community,” said Mr. Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development.
Explore more at the event’s official website here, and you can follow their Instagram and Facebook for instant updates.
Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai
