DSDPA | NEXX

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Strategic Partner

Co organisers

Supporting Organisations

Academic Partner

F&B Partner

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Keynote Speakers

Allan Zeman GBM, GBS, JP
Chairman, LKF Group

Nick Chan BBS, MH JP

Member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong SAR and Partner at Squire Patton Boggs

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Cecilia Yau
Partner
China Media Insutry Leader
PwC

Mann Yim
Chairperson
DSDPA HK

Event Overview:

The Digital Security and Data Protection Alliance (Hong Kong), in collaboration with PwC, is proud to host this landmark forum addressing the critical intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The event marks the official Inauguration Ceremony of DSDPA HK, established to foster a more secure and resilient digital ecosystem for businesses in the region.

Highlights :

Expert Insights: Hear from industry leaders and policymakers, including representatives from the Legislative Council, PwC, Samsung HK, CLP, and Maxim’s Group.
Critical Discussions: Explore the evolving landscape of Responsible AI, data privacy regulations, and emerging cybersecurity risks.
Networking: Connect with professionals across fintech, risk management, compliance, and the AI startup community.
Recognition: The forum will also feature the launch of the latest edition of the NEXX AI and Innovation Awards.

Focus Topics

Where Business meets Technology

AI copilots for finance, operation & market expansion
Data platformsand real‑time analytics
Compliance, governance, and audit in a digital world
Future of work: skills, culture, and operating models

Why Attend

Practical insights from distinguished leaders

Business transformation & AI adoption that actually ship
Modern risk, controls, and cyber‑resilience for business leaders
Data strategy, FP&A excellence, and value creation
Peer‑to‑peer exchange with top operators

Date : 15th May, 2026 (Fri)
Time : 2:00 - 5:30pm

Venue : 21/F Edinburgh Tower, The Landmark, 15 Queen’s Road, Central

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Solo Session Speakers

CY Cheung
Cybersecurity and Privacy
PwC

Jade Hwang
Consultant
GoGBA Business Support Centre (Futian)

Erik Chan
Partner Digital Transformation
and AI Consulting
PwC

Panel Speakers

(Moderator)

Alvin Wong
Advisor, DSDPA HK
(Ex-COO Group ICT Business and Products, HGC Global Communications)

Michael Cheung
Director of Cyber Security Operation
CLP

Henry Yu
Chairperson
Sub Committee – AML
DSDPA HK

Dr. Tony Cheong
Senior Director, Head of Enterprise Biz
Samsung HK

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Fireside Chat Speakers

Mann Yim
Chairperson
DSDPA HK

Louis Mah
Director Of Group Information Technology
Maxim's Group

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Time Session Details

2:00 – 2:30pm Registration & Networking Guest arrival, check-in, welcome refreshments and networking.

2:30 – 2:35pm Opening by MC Welcome guests and acknowledge organisers, co-organisers and supporting organisations.

2:35 – 2:45pm Welcome Remarks Representative from Digital Security and Data Protection Alliance of Hong Kong (DSDPA HK) & PwC

Cecilia Yau, Partner - China Media Industry Leader, PwC

Mann Yim, Chairperson, DSDPA HK

2:45 – 3:00pm Keynote I Allan Zeman GBM, GBS, JP, Chairman, LKF Group

3:00 – 3:05pm Group Photo Group photo with committee members, organisers, speakers, officiating guests and supporting organisations.

3:05 – 3:15pm Award Ceremony 2nd edition of NEXX AI and Innovation Awards

(Enterprise and Start-ups divisions )

Award presenters:

Allan Zeman, GBM, GBS JP, Chairman , LKF Group

Prof. Alvin Leung, Associate Dean, College of Business, CityU

3:15 – 3:25pm Solo Session I "Building Safe Enterprise-grade AI Agent Systems"

CY Cheung, Partner – Cybersecurity and Privacy at PwC

3:25 – 3:35pm Solo Session II "Enterprise AI Adoption Trends"

Erik Chan, Partner - Partner Digital Transformation
and AI Consulting at PwC

3::35 – 3:45pm Solo Session III Jade Hwang, Consultant, GoGBA Business Supporting Centre (Futian)

3:45 – 4:00pm Coffee Break Break and Networking

4:00– 4:45pm Panel Discussion "Digital Security and Data Protection for Business : Responsible AI, Risk, Data Privacy and Trust"

(Conducted in Cantonese)

Moderator : Alvin Wong, Advisor, DSDPA HK (Ex-COO Group ICT Business and Products, HGC Global Communications)

Speakers :

Michael Cheung, Director of Cyber Security Operations, CLP

Henry Yu, Chairperson, Sub Committee – AML , DSDPA HK

Dr. Tony Cheong, Senior Director, Head of Enterprise Biz, Samsung HK

4:45 – 5:00pm Keynote Nick Chan, BBS, MH JP, Member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong SAR and Partner at Squire Patton Boggs

5:00 – 5:15pm Fireside chat Mann Yim, Chairperson, DSDPA HK and

Louis Mah, Director Of Group Information Technology, Maxim’s Group

5:15 – 5:25pm DSDPA Inauguration Official inauguration of the Digital Security and Data Protection Alliance (DSDPA HK) and group photo.

5:25 – 6:00pm Networking Networking

About the Awards

There are two divisions : Start-up and Enterprise

The NEXX AI and Innovation Award aims to recognize start-ups, corporates and organizations that demonstrate outstanding commitment and achievements in driving transformative change through the application of artificial intelligence and innovative strategies. It celebrates forward-thinking leadership, impactful implementation, and measurable contributions to advancing digital transformation across industries in the AI era.

Basic Requirements for Nomination

Demonstrated adoption of AI technologies in own products, services, or business operations and marketing strategy
Evidence of strategic planning or organizational transformation enabled by AI
Measurable outcomes or impact resulting from AI application (e.g. improved efficiency, customer engagement, decision-making)
A clear commitment to ethical and responsible use of AI
Proven leadership or advocacy in fostering AI innovation within the organization or industry
Demonstration of structured workshops, training programs, or partnerships designed to equip employees with basic AI skill

1st Edition of awardees (Enterprise and Start-up divisions) in 2025 :

www.nexxhk.com/ai-innovation-forum2025

Award presenter (Start-up Division) : Ms. Cari Wu · Assistant Commissioner (Mainland and Industry Collaboration), Digital Policy Office (DPO)

<<Awardees of Start-up Division >>

Canpanion Group

VIRE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS – Klipy AI

Laurry & Co.

Pubrio

RealAI Technology HK

Fase Technology Group

Be Better International

Vizzle

HK Simfinity Holdings

PowerGuard AI

Award presenter (Corporate Division) : Dr. Allan Zeman, GBM，GBS，JP

<<Awardees of Corporate Division >>

Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK)

Fairwood Holdings

MyTV SUPER (TVB)

StockX

HKTVmall

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery

10 Design

Uni-China Group

Past Industry Engagementnt

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