On April 27, the 2024 Pujiang Innovation Forum – “New Space for Collaborative Innovation: Shanghai–Hong Kong Technology Innovation Dialogue”, jointly hosted by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China and the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government, was held in Hong Kong. The event focused on in-depth exchanges on science and technology innovation and future industrial development in Shanghai and Hong Kong, exploring ways to accelerate the formation of a Shanghai–Hong Kong innovation ecosystem and promote cooperation in scientific research, startup incubation, industrial development, and technology-enabled finance.

The event was attended by Gong Zheng, Deputy Secretary of the Shanghai Municipal Party Committee and Mayor of Shanghai, and Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR Government. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong SAR Government, and Luo Dajin, Director of the Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Commission, delivered keynote speeches.

As a central SOE headquartered in Shanghai and a leading FinTech enterprise with deep international market engagement, GienTech actively participated in the forum, sharing industry insights, innovative technologies, and practical achievements.

Strengthening Shanghai–Hong Kong Collaboration

Empower Global Digital Transformation

In July 2023, GienTech launched its new brand “GienTech” for the Hong Kong and overseas markets, empowering global clients through its “Origien + Products + Services” framework. As one of the world’s leading international financial centers, Hong Kong has long been a key market for GienTech. With nearly 16 years of presence in Hong Kong, the company remains committed to delivering high-quality services and supporting Hong Kong’s continued development as a global financial hub in the digital era.

On the morning of April 27, Mr. Feng Minggang, Executive Vice President (Acting Head of Operations) of GienTech, attended the event and, on behalf of the company, signed a Strategic Cooperation Agreement on Generative AI Research with the Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI). GienTech also signed a Strategic Cooperation Agreement on AI Core Technologies for Financial Services with the University of Hong Kong–Standard Chartered FinTech Academy. Looking ahead, GienTech will continue to advance collaboration between Shanghai and Hong Kong in technology innovation and financial services, jointly exploring new frontiers in FinTech development.

Mr. Feng Minggang, Executive Vice President (Acting Head of Operations) of GienTech, attended the event

“Origien” Products and Solutions Showcased at the Event

During the Shanghai–Hong Kong Innovation Youth Roundtable, Ms. Sandy Zhu, General Manager of GienTech’s Hong Kong and Macau Business Division, shared insights on GienTech’s internationalization journey through integrated innovation. Established in Hong Kong in 2007, GienTech Hong Kong employs over 400 software engineers, delivering software services to leading institutions such as The Hong Kong Jockey Club, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing, Bank of Communications, and The Bank of East Asia. Leveraging Hong Kong as a strategic hub, GienTech aims to capitalize on its global footprint, R&D capabilities, and professional talent pool to seize opportunities in global digital transformation and become a key enabler of worldwide digital innovation.

Ms. Sandy Zhu, General Manager of GienTech’s Hong Kong and Macau Business Division, delivered a speech

Origien Empowering the Next Phase of Financial Digitalization

As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, financial institutions are increasingly exploring AI applications across areas such as marketing, risk management, and operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs. However, the financial industry is subject to stringent regulatory requirements, making security, stability, and sustainability critical considerations. In this context, building a financial-grade digital infrastructure that balances business agility with robust security and reliability is essential to successful digital transformation.

Mr. Jeff Zhou, General Manager of GienTech’s Overseas Delivery Division, delivered a keynote speech

At the Shanghai Chuangxiang Forum held on the afternoon of April 27, Mr. Jeff Zhou, General Manager of GienTech’s Overseas Delivery Division, delivered a keynote speech titled “FinTech Driving Digital Transformation and Intelligent Innovation.” GienTech is actively developing Origien, a next-generation digital infrastructure built on a cloud-native microservices architecture. Origien meets the industry’s requirements for high security, high reliability, high performance, superior user experience, rapid development, and sustainable green practices, supporting broader economic and social digital transformation. Combined with Origien + Generative AI platforms, GienTech enables financial institutions to achieve cost optimization, business innovation, and enhanced user experience across customer-facing, marketing, operational, and IT domains.

China’s Central Financial Work Conference has emphasized strengthening Shanghai’s role as an international financial center and further enhancing Hong Kong’s position as a global financial hub. Leveraging Shanghai–Hong Kong collaboration and aligning closely with national strategies, GienTech remains committed to deepening cross-regional innovation cooperation and advancing the sustainable development of financial technology.