Hong Kong Can Become AI Literacy Hub, Industry Leaders Say
SCMP · 1 SOURCESabout 4 hours ago1 MIN
Summary
Industry leaders speaking at the Belt and Road Summit on Thursday said Hong Kong has the potential to become a global hub for artificial intelligence literacy and trustworthy AI development. Ellen Lau Sin-tung, executive director of Preface AI, highlighted a significant gap between corporate leadership and frontline staff during digital transformation efforts, noting that employees are often held back by fears that AI will replace their jobs .
Key Points
- The panel discussion titled "From innovation to implementation: Hong Kong's AI advantage in Belt and Road Initiative" was co-organised by the South China Morning Post
- Lau emphasised that even with the best AI tools, staff without literacy cannot complete digital transformation
- She noted different AI firms are visiting Hong Kong to promote their models and companies remain open-minded about trying them
- Sony Angel Han from IBM Consulting Hong Kong said there is no lack of enthusiasm for AI adoption
- Lau described Hong Kong as a hub where everyone tries new things while maintaining regulated practices
Why It Matters
As companies across the Belt and Road regions accelerate digital transformation, Hong Kong's position as an AI literacy hub could attract regional talent and investment while setting global standards for responsible AI adoption in professional services .
As companies across the Belt and Road regions accelerate digital transformation, Hong Kong's position as an AI literacy hub could attract regional talent and investment while setting global standards for responsible AI adoption in professional services .