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Monthly Talk in March 2022  

HKU-SCF High School Student Workshop Series - “Digital Asset and Non-Fungible Token”

HKU-SCF FinTech Academy is pleased to announce the launch of the HKU-SCF High School Student Workshop Series.  Our first workshop, co-organized with the HKU FinTech Student Association (HKU FTSA), titled “Digital Asset and Non-Fungible Token”.

Non-Fungible Token (NFT) has risen rapidly since 2020 and has become one of the most popular applications in the FinTech field. The news and media have been constantly talking about it, but do you understand what it is and its potential impact on the world?

Through this interactive workshop, you will gain fundamental knowledge on digital assets and NFT, the technologies behind them, and the application of the NFT in the financial industry and our daily lives.

Programme Date: 26 March, 2022 (Saturday)

Programme Time: 9:30am - 1:00pm

Format: Online (Updated)

Target Participants: S4 - S6/ Grade 10 - 12 Secondary School Students

(Academy members have the priority to join the workshop and please apply early as seats are limited!)

Registration Deadline: 4 March, 2022 (Friday)

Register Now: https://admissions.hku.hk/tasterapp/application/auth/login

(Please ensure you have submitted a personal statement why you are interested in joining this wokrshop; in less than 100 words)

Speakers:

·       Dr. Allen Au, Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, HKU

·       Dr. John Yuen, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, HKU

·       Mr Carri Yeung, Assistant Director of Strategic Development, Popsible Limited

·       Ms Linda Chan, Co-founder & CEO, Pictta

^*Depending on the development of COVID-19 in Hong Kong, the event may be conducted in virtual format. Selected participants will be notified of any changes to the event.