Hong Kong Data Science Society

Calling all innovators! We are looking for young talents to take part in our inaugural Swire Hotels this year.

We want to invite technologists, data scientists, design thinkers, hoteliers, and business consultants to come together to accelerate the future of the luxury hospitality industry, and develop cutting-edge solutions to real world problems in an exciting, supportive environment.

Apply today to push your limits, get noticed, build and expand network in the luxury hotel community and win great prizes including staycation packages, cash prizes and MORE!

Program details:
Application Deadline: 8 February 2023
Initial Submission: 1 March 2023
Final Hackathon Day: 25 March 2023

Click here to apply: http://bit.ly/3IVBw8e

We are grateful for the invitation and the opportunity to speak at Generation X CLAP@JC's Junior Data Engineers Program (Cohort2). Generation Hong Kong has been training up young people to have a meaningful and sustainable career since 2018, and its programs emphasize on the essential skills for a successful career and life development planning. Our sharing was part of Generation's pre-employment training bootcamp that aim to empower the next generation of tech talents. For further details, feel free to visit their web sites or social media channels Generation Hong Kong.

To learn more of what Generation Hong Kong does, please click here >> https://www.linkedin.com/posts/generation-hong-kong_create-a-talent-ecosystem-that-provides-opportunities-activity-6851526736451108864-2G55

Generation Hong Kong on LinkedIn: Create a talent ecosystem that provides opportunities and unlocks Create a talent ecosystem that provides opportunities and unlocks the talent pipeline Looking for a right candidate is sometimes tough for employers ...

Hi HKDSS Members, see if anyone is interested to join the “Navigating the Next Normal Towards a Sustainable Future” on 10-11 January 2022.

The 15th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) will discuss key issues reshaping the ever-changing economic landscape and how the industry may achieve the goal of a sustainable future under the overarching theme “Navigating the Next Normal Towards a Sustainable Future”. The AFF in 2022 will continue to bring insights and inspirations through a comprehensive hybrid platform. In-depth discussions on various pressing topical issues such as global economic outlook, climate and sustainability, alongside a series of InnoTalks and Fireside Chats covering the latest in innovation and technology, will drive thought leadership and global discourse, while the Fintech Showcase and the FintechHK Startup Salon, will host worldwide financial institutions, technology firms and startups presenting the latest solutions and next-gen business ideas.

HKDSS members can enjoy a Special Early Bird Discount: HKD1,200 person with a registration code MPF14D. Register at https://bit.ly/3qc3wtd

In 2020, Web 3.0 collided with financial services and the movement towards decentralised infrastructure continues to accelerate. Decentralised finance (DeFi) has the potential to transform financial transactions and reach individuals and businesses traditionally excluded from the financial system.

Learn how new technologies such as AI, machine learning, blockchain, 5G and the internet of things are impacting the financial services. Industry leaders like Al Kelly, Visa, Professor Bernard Yin Yeung, National University of Singapore, Dhivya Suryadevara, Stripe, Calvin Choi, AMTD, Michael Miebach, Mastercard will also be sharing their views on some of the latest Global Web 3.0 trends and the growth areas in financial services over the next 5-10 years.

Web 3.0 will shape new business models, enterprises, careers and the new digital economy. Gain valuable insights on Web 3.0 in Financial Services at core strategy and deep-dive sessions and acquire a qualification at Singapore FinTech Festival. To find out more, click here: https://bit.ly/2Yzn6Wb.

HKDSS members will enjoy 5% off digital tickets (applicable for existing ticket rates). Register today: https://bit.ly/3kcXpmF

Join these leading academics, practitioners and thought leaders who will share their knowledge at SFF 2021. Attend their sessions and earn a Web 3.0 Knowledge Certificate in Financial Services issued by the Asian Institute of Digital Finance, National University of Singapore (NUS). Sessions will be available in the SFF event platform, live and on-demand, and you can complete the certification up to 9 months after SFF.

HKDSS members will enjoy 5% off digital tickets (applicable for existing ticket rates). Register today: https://bit.ly/3kcXpmF

SINGAPORE FINTECH FESTIVAL IS BACK! This year’s event will foster an open dialogue between the public and private sector to advance FinTech in the digital economy.

SFF 2021 will take place with a hybrid format, bringing together a digital platform with a flagship event in Singapore, as well as a distributed network of World FinTech Festival events in key FinTech hubs.

Join us at the world’s largest and most inclusive FinTech Festival and forge business partnerships, network with peers and hear from industry leaders!

Hong Kong Data Science Society is a Supporting Organisation of SFF 2021. HKDSS members will enjoy 5% off digital tickets (applicable for existing ticket rates). Register today: https://bit.ly/3kcXpmF

Singapore FinTech Festival We are back this November with a week-long celebration of FinTech. Join us online or in-person to forge business partnerships, network with peers and hear from industry leaders. The first 3 days of the experience are brought to you by the Singapore Fintech Festival. The final 2 days are curated by p...

The Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2021 is BACK in November! It is a FinTech event that brings together heads of state, financial and technology leaders, FinTech founders, policy makers, investors and multilateral agencies. Launching its first event on 4 August 4-5:30pm (GMT +8/SGT), SFF is the event to look out for all data scientists and those interested in the FinTech industry.

Register now >>https://zoom.us/webinar/register/5816244223339/WN_Z41J8w7qQ_OOBROg9iQDAw

Hong Kong Data Science Society x Sia Partners are co-authoring a whitepaper on Ethical AI. We are keen to share more about our findings on the current usage of AI in firms and the ethical implications for its adoption.

Stay tuned on our Facebook and Linkedin pages for more info!

Organised by CloserStill Media, Power Your Organisation Forward with the Data Cloud is a fireside chat webinar that discusses how companies can align technology with business strategy and gain trusted insights.

Join the free webinar on March 25 (Thursday) at 2pm HKT!

https://www.bigmarker.com/closerstill-media/Power-Your-Organisation-Forward-with-the-Data-Cloud?utm_bmcr_source=CSM

Power Your Organisation Forward with the Data Cloud Can your decisions on database technology today put your long-term survival at risk? It sounds sensational yet current times have exposed, often painfully, the changing demands facing most businesses. Customers are increasingly putting the digital experience on par with price. Businesses are under i...

Know that a lot of you are in the field of business analytics.
Here's a job shout out to from GLG seeking to be a part of strategic initiatives and thoughtful analysis work.

GLG is looking for an associate/senior associate on the Client Solutions Operations team with 1-2 years of experience. This individual will report to the SVP of Client Solutions Operations.
If you are interested in the position, please contact [email protected] or visit https://glginsights.com/careers/jobs/associatesenior-associate-business-data-analytic-apac-4270791003/ for more information.

Associate/Senior Associate, Business & Data Analytic, APAC GLG is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate on the Client Solutions Operations team to partner with our business units to assess, develop and execute strategic initiatives that accelerate top and bottom-line growth, alongside Business Development and Client Solutions leaders across APAC.  This ind...

LAST WEEK TO GO! - Hear from the best minds at SFF 2020, featuring over 800 global speakers including:

1 Nobel Laureate, 4 Heads of State, 20 Technology Leaders, 20 Eminent Academicians, 50 Global Influencers, 50+ Policy Makers, 60 Financial Industry Leaders, 60 Global Investors, 100+ Founders, 110+ FinTech Influencers

Get your digital premium pass and learn from the titans of the global FinTech community.

Register now >> https://bit.ly/3jCFjqE

SFF x SWITCH 2020 Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) and the Singapore Week of Innovation and TeCHnology (SWITCH) will come together as SFF x SWITCH. Together, it will form a comprehensive showcase of innovative technologies across 5 Key sectors to prime business transformation.

Join Bill Gates, Co-Chair and Trustee of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation at on 7-11 December, 2020!

Hear from more than 600 global leaders addressing key issues to help society get back on its feet in 2021.

Get your digital pass now: https://bit.ly/3jCFjqE

SFF x SWITCH 2020 Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) and the Singapore Week of Innovation and TeCHnology (SWITCH) will come together as SFF x SWITCH. Together, it will form a comprehensive showcase of innovative technologies across 5 Key sectors to prime business transformation.

HKDSS would like to better understand current AI thought processes and would like to invite you to participate in our AI ethics survey. Tell us more on what you think about AI adoption in your company!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDGItwiBkvkDeFWeWqqE9J5XWIX0qRb5xilXkxwt66duB7Fw/viewform?gxids=7757

The Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) is the world’s largest and most inclusive FinTech event that brings together heads of state, financial and technology leaders, FinTech founders, policy makers, investors and multilateral agencies. Last year, the week-long event brought together over 60,000 attendees from 140 countries.

This year, SFF returns on 7-11 December with a unique hybrid format combining a 24-hour online event platform and over 30 physical events in FinTech hubs around the world. In December, SFF will unite the global FinTech community to discuss key global challenges, with a focus on post-pandemic recovery.

Learn more at https://www.fintechfestival.sg/

Get your ticket here: https://bit.ly/3jCFjqE

SFF x SWITCH 2020 Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) and the Singapore Week of Innovation and TeCHnology (SWITCH) will come together as SFF x SWITCH. Together, it will form a comprehensive showcase of innovative technologies across 5 Key sectors to prime business transformation.

Advance your career in the banking domain essential with machine learning skills and practical advice. Hands-on Artificial Intelligence for Banking helps you to leverage the power of AI to further navigate the finance industry!

We’ve secured a 20% off discount for HKDSS members (discount code: 20AIBANK)! Get your hands on this intelligent financial applications practical guide on Packt or Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Hands-Artificial-Intelligence-Banking-applications-ebook/dp/B07MR3LLHY.

HKDSS has created a survey to better understand current AI thought processes and the maturity in AI adoption as we believe that successful AI adoption lies in people’s trust in AI systems.

We would like to invite you to participate in the survey. By contributing to the survey, you are providing valuable contextual information about current ethical AI ecosystem in Hong Kong. Thank you in advance and wishing everyone the best of health!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDGItwiBkvkDeFWeWqqE9J5XWIX0qRb5xilXkxwt66duB7Fw/viewform

Ethical AI Survey Artificial intelligence is maturing rapidly as an incredibly powerful technology with seemingly limitless applications. The ability to automate routine tasks - such as our daily commute - whilst also augmenting human capabilities is already prevalent in everyday life. Combining human creativity and....

What is your company’s response to COVID-19? Have you created any noteworthy projects or have some interesting findings about COVID-19 that you’d like to share?
PM us Facebook and we’ll repost your innovations with the data science community!

Made these Hong Kong Covid 19 visualizations using D3 with Kirill Pavlov

It should automatically update every day as long as my code holds! If you look at it on your phone use widescreen mode.

https://observablehq.com/…/covid-19-analysis-hong-kong

It contains number of confirmed cases, number of daily confirmed cases and number of cases by types in Hong Kong.

(and yes I know I didn't write the best code...)

Join the SG FinTech Festival to learn what's brewing in the world of , on 12 November!

Highlights include:
- A fireside chat with Joseph Lubin of ConsenSys, on where blockchain technology is heading and his vision of a future enabled by blockchain and ;

-Panel discussion "Blockchain and the Tokenisation of Everything" featuring the Institute of International Finance, Tally Capital, Pantera Capital and Temasek International.

- Panel discussion "Securities Dematerialisation to Assets Tokenisation" featuring Paxos, SIX, Australian Securities and Investments Commission, Sygnum and Saudi Payments.

Get your tickets: https://bit.ly/2z1eQ1m
Programme: https://www.fintechfestival.sg/agenda

The countdown begins: just one more month to go to the ! Have you gotten your tickets yet? https://bit.ly/2z1eQ1m

Don't miss the opportunity to hear from our stellar line-up of over 300 speakers at the FinTech Conference, and a host of other exciting activities during the week including the Demo Day, and .

FinTech Conference programme: https://www.fintechfestival.sg/agenda
Speaker Line-up: https://www.fintechfestival.sg/speakers

A lot of signs are pointing towards the Hong Kong economy slipping into a recession? How will Artificial Intelligence create opportunities in these uncertain times?

Chain of Demand and Fasta.ai are hosting a sharing ONE 御一空間 on how you can use and to help retailers and brands learn how to make the most of their data and turn potential threats into opportunities during an economic downturn. Join us on 22 October, 7:30 pm and reserve your spot now! https://bit.ly/2p9Vaq4

How Retailers Create Opportunities During A Recession With AI & Big Data Join us for a night of conversation on the future of retail and how AI and big data can be used to mitigate risk during unstable times.

Mark your calendars for the Singapore FinTech Festival, including this session which you do not want to miss!

On Day 1 of the FinTech Conference (11 November), this plenary session "2020: Banking on Economic Uncertainty & the Data Conundrum" will feature our distinguished panel of speakers from Standard Chartered, Citi, HSBC and DBS.

Join the session to learn how these banking titans are making strategic choices and preparing for the future of financial services.

Register now: https://bit.ly/2z1eQ1m

FinTech friends from around the world: have you registered for the Singapore FinTech Festival? You’ll be happy to hear about our preferential airfares and hotel rates!

Flights: enjoy discounted airfares of up to 22% when you fly with our official airline partners. Check out available locations and book at https://www.fintechfestival.sg/official-airlines

Hotel: don't miss preferential rates, available for official SFF 2019 hotels https://www.fintechfestival.sg/official-hotels

Finally, don’t forget to book your pass at https://bit.ly/2z1eQ1m if you plan to attend, as it will help show the organizers the value of HONG KONG DATA SCIENCE SOCIETY (HKDSS) and the strong network we can bring to this event.

AXA Hack for Health is an exciting hackathon where tech enthusiasts and medical talents come together to devise innovative health solutions. REGISTER NOW!

Registration: https://axahackforhealth.eventbrite.hk
Deadline: 27 September, 2019

AXA Hack for Health AXA Hack for Health Calling all tech enthusiasts and medical talents! This is a FREE event. Your deposit will be fully refunded to you after your completion of the event. At AXA, we want you to “know you can”. Know you can achieve your goals, build on self-belief, and achieve the better life you...

REGISTER NOW!

The world’s largest FinTech festival 2019 edition is back in Singapore on 11-15 November!

Attended by 45,000 participants from 130 countries in 2018, the event brings together key executives and decision makers from global financial institutions and corporates, start-ups and unicorns.

This year, the festival features FinTech Conference & Exhibition, FinTech Awards, Global FinTech Hackcelerator Demo Day, Global Investor Summit and Innovation Lab Crawl.

Get plugged into this leading platform where you can accelerate dialogues within the FinTech community, explore opportunities and gain access to the latest innovations and developments in the market.

SFF X SWITCH Notes:1. All fees payable for the tickets are in Singapore Dollars and are subject to an additional 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST). 2. Early Bird Rate Registration Period: Early Bird Rate will be applicable till 16 August 2019, 23.59 hrs, Singapore Time. For registrations received thereafter, Regul...

Hong Kong Data Science Society updated their phone number.

Apache MXNet Meetup
Want to know how easy it is to work with Apache MXNet's state of the art AI models? Join HK's first official Apache MXNet Meetup now!

Date: 7/3/2019 (19:00-21:00)
Venue: Room 102, 1/F, KK Leung Building, HKU
Registration: https://aws-apache-mxnet-meetup.splashthat.com/?fbclid=IwAR1D7fOzso3Iruyxx5mQ0eWJNEybLp2YBV_vqsJXO29_o4WGPCFXPmuxeiI

Apache MXNet Meetup This is the first official Apache MXNet meet up in HK. It is co-organized with HKU Department of Computer Science as one of the mini series of Fintech Forum. Years back, AI is a black magic and only can be mastered by those hardcore researchers. With more open source projects, building your own AI...

[FREE SEMINAR - ADVANCED IN ALGO TRADING WITH MACHINE LEARNING]

HKUSPACE invites Hong Kong Data Science Society, AIHK and PyData Hong Kong to deliver a seminar on "Advances in Algo Trading with Machine Learning" to HKUSPACE student who studying Big Data and related programmes, so members and friends of Hong Kong Data Science Society, AIHK and PyData Hong Kong are welcome to participate in this event.

There are some spots that are reserved for HKDSS members, please specify you are an HKDSS member when you registered.

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Advances in Algo Trading with Machine Learning Mon, Nov 26, 2018, 7:00 PM: HKUSPACE invites Hong Kong Data Science Society, AIHK and PyData Hong Kong to deliver a seminar on "Advances in Algo Trading with Machine Learning" to HKUSPACE student who