Greater Bay Area Fintech Talent Push
The flagship GBA Fintech Talent Initiative enters its third year with a bold Shenzhen expansion, AI focus, and new corporate partners joining the cross-border program.
The 2025 edition of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) Fintech Talent Initiative has officially launched, marking a milestone with its expansion into Shenzhen.
Organized by Bloomberg, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), and the Hong Kong United Youth Association (HKUYA), the program will now welcome 50 students from Shenzhen alongside more than 300 from Hong Kong.
Focus on an AI-Driven Future
This year’s theme, «Empowering the Greater Bay Area for an AI-driven Future», will give participants practical skills and insights into how artificial intelligence is reshaping finance and technology.
Training modules, company visits, and immersive site engagements in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen aim to prepare students for the rapidly evolving demands of tomorrow’s workforce.
New Partners Strengthen the Program
A total of 20 institutions across finance and technology are backing the initiative, including four new corporate partners: Bank of East Asia, Fubon Bank (Hong Kong), ICBC (Asia), and Infini Capital Management.
Firms like Futu Securities, CSOP Asset Management, and HSBC will provide dedicated on-site training across both cities.
Leaders Highlight Strategic Impact
«The GBA Fintech Talent Initiative plays a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant and sustainable fintech ecosystem in the region,» said Eddie Yue, Chief Executive of the HKMA.
He noted that the Shenzhen expansion and AI focus directly align with Hong Kong’s vision for a digitally advanced Greater Bay Area.
Equipping the Next Generation
Stephen Chua, Chairman of HKUYA, added: «This program is instrumental in equipping our youth with the cutting-edge skills and invaluable networking opportunities necessary to excel in the rapidly transforming fintech landscape of the Greater Bay Area».
Bing Li, Head of APAC at Bloomberg, stressed the importance of cross-sector cooperation: «At Bloomberg, we believe that the strength of the GBA’s financial future lies in its collaborative ecosystem and a robust pipeline of skilled talent».
Growing Legacy
Since its launch, the initiative has trained more than 600 Hong Kong students in intensive fintech skills and career development.
With the new cross-border expansion and AI-driven focus, organizers say the program is set to shape a new generation of fintech leaders for the region.
